Briery Walk is in Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S61 4QU is located in the Greasbrough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rotherham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Briery Walk, Rotherham, S61 4QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S61 4QX, S61 4QB, S61 4QE, S61 4QF, S61 4QT, S61 4NH, S61 4NW, S61 4QZ, S61 4NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S61 4QU is primarily male, with 54.5% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.8% | 45.5% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -5.5% |
| Male | 53.2% | 54.5% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 5.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around S61 4QU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 49% | 45.9% | -3.1% | 37.9% | 8.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.1% | 23.8% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -20.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 14.8% | 16.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 8.1% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40% | 31.5% | -8.5% | 48.4% | -16.9% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 31.1% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 21% | 4.2% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 13.7% | 6.9% | 4.0% | 9.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around S61 4QU this area, 36.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 10.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 36.8% | -2.0% | 18.2% | 18.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 16.2% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 16.2% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 4.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 13% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.6% | 10.8% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -23.0% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.2% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 4.1% | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 91.4% | 94.1% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 92.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 92.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 92.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 1.8% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.1% | 76.7% | -24.6% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 44.3% | 13.5% | 30.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Briery Walk was 497.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 270.9% higher than the Greasbrough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Briery Walk has the highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Greasbrough and the 14th highest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 244.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Briery Walk, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2024-08-15 | £46,054 |
| 81 Briery Walk, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-03-20 | £112,869 |
| 71 Briery Walk, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2006-10-30 | £91,265 |
| 85 Briery Walk, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2004-04-08 | £132,545 |
| 83 Briery Walk, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2004-03-23 | £139,455 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawmarsh Nursery School and Childrens Centre Barbers Crescent , Rawmarsh S62 6AD | 4out of 4 | 2,929 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Nursery School and Children's Centre The Arnold Centre, Goldsmith Road , S65 2LY | 4out of 4 | 4,358 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greasbrough Primary School Munsbrough Rise , Greasbrough S61 4RB | 3out of 4 | 296 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rockingham Junior and Infant School Roughwood Road , Wingfield Estate S61 4HY | 1out of 4 | 806 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roughwood Primary School Roughwood Road , Kimberworth Park S61 3HL | 3out of 4 | 1,540 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redscope Primary School Kimberworth Park Road , S61 3JT | - not rated | 1,869 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Primary School Clough Bank , S61 1TD | 3out of 4 | 2,100 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wingfield Academy Wingfield Road , S61 4AU | 3out of 4 | 668 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Community School Monkwood Road , Rawmarsh S62 7GA | 3out of 4 | 2,584 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winterhill School High Street , Kimberworth S61 2BD | 3out of 4 | 2,669 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | 1out of 4 | 3,462 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | 3out of 4 | 4,785 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RNN Group Town Centre Campus , Eastwood Lane S65 1EG | - not rated | 2,874 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 4,282 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinde House 2-16 School Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | 3out of 4 | 5,437 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotherham Aspire New Street , Rawmarsh S62 5AF | 3out of 4 | 2,784 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan Centre Estate Road , Rawmarsh S62 7JD | 3out of 4 | 2,863 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey School Little Common Lane , Kimberworth S61 2RA | 4out of 4 | 2,928 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelford School Oakdale Road , Kimberworth S61 2NU | 3out of 4 | 3,130 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE Brunswick Road , Broom S60 2RR | - not rated | 4,698 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greasbrough Knit & Natter Group | Community Centre, 7 Fitzwilliam Square | 566 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | 9 Potter Hill | 484 yd | |
| Crown Inn | Crown Inn, Potter Hill | 493 yd | |
| The Mill Dam | Grayson Road | 533 yd | |
| Ship Inn | Ship Inn, 6 Main Street | 583 yd | |
| The Keppels (Bar) | The Keppels, 57 Wingfield Road | 618 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jumbo Chinese Takeaway Rotherham | 11 Potter Hill | 493 yd | |
| Taste of China | 17 Potter Hill | 493 yd | |
| Valentinos Pizzeria | 13 Potter Hill | 493 yd | |
| The Sandwich Shop | 37 Main Street | 583 yd | |
| Five Oceans Chippy | 70 Church Street | 679 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greasbrough Primary School MUNSBROUGH RISE | grass pitches | 205 yd |
| Greasborough Recreation Ground GRAYSON ROAD | grass pitches | 508 yd |
| Wingfield Academy WINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 717 yd |
| Wingfield Pool (Closed) Wingfield Road | swimming pool | 826 yd |
| Rockingham Junior And Infant School ROUGHWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 921 yd |
| Kimberworth Park WINGFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 926 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 77.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.