Dale Road is in Rawmarsh, Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S62 5AP is located in the Rawmarsh West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wentworth and Dearne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dale Road, Rawmarsh, Rotherham, S62 5AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S62 5AR, S62 5AW, S62 7AA, S62 7AY, S62 7AB, S62 5AN, S62 7AU, S62 7DB, S62 7BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S62 5AP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents 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 | 52.2% | 49.4% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 47.8% | 50.6% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 S62 5AP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.9% 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 | 41.3% | 52.9% | 11.6% | 37.9% | 15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 29.6% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -14.6% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 10.9% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 5.1% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.2% | 40.2% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 33.1% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 15% | 16% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 7% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 3.7% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 S62 5AP this area, 38.5% 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37% | 38.5% | 1.5% | 18.2% | 20.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 10.5% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 21.5% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 8.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 6.5% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 8.4% | -1.4% | 16.9% | -8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.6% | 13.1% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.5% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.8% | 98.9% | 4.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 96.1% | 98.1% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 98.6% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 31% | 13.5% | 17.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.1% | 37.2% | 16.9% |
| Christian | 35.6% | 46.2% | -10.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 10.1% | 6.0% | 4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dale Road was 119.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.5% higher than the Rawmarsh West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dale Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Rawmarsh West and the 259th highest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 86.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Dale Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-10-14 | £190,000 |
| 58 Dale Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-11-23 | £140,657 |
| 60 Dale Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-01-28 | £194,072 |
| 56 Dale Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2003-02-28 | £202,324 |
| 56 Dale Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £41,000 | 2000-11-03 | £177,667 |
S62 5AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in S62 5AP area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 771 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 | 4,332 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawmarsh Rosehill Junior School Kilnhurst Road , Rawmarsh S62 5QH | 3out of 4 | 562 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Ryecroft Infant School South Street , Rawmarsh S62 5QW | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Green Lane , Rawmarsh S62 6JY | 3out of 4 | 735 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkwood Primary School Estate Road , Rawmarsh S62 7JD | 1out of 4 | 905 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School Thorogate , Rawmarsh S62 7HS | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawmarsh Community School Monkwood Road , Rawmarsh S62 7GA | 3out of 4 | 474 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swinton Academy East Avenue , Swinton S64 8JW | 3out of 4 | 2,683 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Pius X Catholic High School A Specialist School in Humanities Wath Wood Road , Wath-upon-Dearne S63 7PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,224 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wingfield Academy Wingfield Road , S61 4AU | 3out of 4 | 3,520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wath Academy Sandygate , Wath-on-Dearne S63 7NW | 1out of 4 | 3,792 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,039 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrybergh Academy and Sports College Arran Hill , S65 4BJ | - not rated | 3,692 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 | 405 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan Centre Estate Road , Rawmarsh S62 7JD | 3out of 4 | 882 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milton School Storey Street , Swinton S64 8QG | 4out of 4 | 3,508 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pavilion | Victoria Park, Rosehill Road | 459 yd | |
| Marina Fish Bar & Restaurant | Bellows Road | 474 yd | |
| Chit-Chat Cafe | Rawmarsh Methodist Church, High Street Centre, High Street | 591 yd | |
| Hunger Stop Cafe | 4 Kilnhurst Road | 632 yd | |
| Pops Outdoor Adventure | The Bowling Green Pavilion, Rosehill Park | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Unit | 10c Dale Road | 397 yd | |
| Horse & Jockey | Dale Road | 398 yd | |
| Something Brew Inn | 2 Stocks Lane | 447 yd | |
| The Star | 44 High Street | 469 yd | |
| The Queens Hotel | Kilnhurst Road | 618 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cakes N Shakes | 8 Dale Road | 398 yd | |
| La Pitza | 1 Dale Road | 412 yd | |
| Chubby's | 1a Birchwood Avenue | 479 yd | |
| East Dragon | 2 Kilnhurst Road | 632 yd | |
| UK Pizza | 6 Kilnhurst Road | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | Unit B Rawmarsh Shopping Centre | 526 yd | |
| Tesco | High Street | 645 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 115 Claypit Lane | 835 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hill Sixty PEASHILL STREET | grass pitches | 263 yd |
| Rawmarsh Rosehill School Kilnhurst Road | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Rawmarsh Community School MONKWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 585 yd |
| Rosehill Victoria Park ROSEHILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 741 yd |
| Rawmarsh Leisure Centre (Closed) Barbers Avenue | grass pitches | 928 yd |
| Rawmarsh Thorogate School Thorogate | grass pitches | 967 yd |
| Rawmarsh Leisure NETHERFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 996 yd |
| Monkwood Primary Academy Estate Road | grass pitches | 1,016 yd |
| Claypit Lane Recreation Ground THRYBERGH HALL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.