France Street is in Parkgate, Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S62 6BL is located in the Rawmarsh East 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 France Street, Parkgate, Rotherham, S62 6BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S62 6BH, S62 6BN, S62 6FJ, S62 6BG, S62 6BT, S62 6BJ, S62 6BP, S62 6BF, S62 6BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S62 6BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 51.1% | -3.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 45.8% | 48.9% | 3.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.4% | 42% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.1% | 34.1% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -10.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.8% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 9.1% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 8.8% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 49.3% | 44.4% | -4.9% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 35.4% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 14.2% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 19% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 9.6% | -9.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 18.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.4% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 20.5% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 21.4% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 6% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.5% | 93.5% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 95.9% | 92% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.1% | 37.2% | 8.9% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around France Street was 1474.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 803.0% higher than the Rawmarsh East average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
France Street has the highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Rawmarsh East and the 3rd highest crime rate of 869 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 378.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71 France Street, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-08-29 | £175,484 |
| 69 France Street, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-08-07 | £170,470 |
| 89 France Street, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-03-25 | £213,149 |
| 31 France Street, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2024-12-12 | £76,691 |
| 33 France Street, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2023-03-31 | £105,101 |
S62 6BL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 151 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawmarsh Nursery School Barbers Crescent , Rawmarsh S62 6AD | 4out of 4 | 803 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Nursery School The Arnold Centre , Goldsmith Road S65 2LY | - not rated | 2,999 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School Ashwood Road , Parkgate S62 6HT | - not rated | 307 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Ashwood Primary School Ashwood Road , Parkgate S62 6HT | 2out of 4 | 307 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Green Lane , Rawmarsh S62 6JY | 3out of 4 | 870 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh St Mary's CofE Primary School New Street , Rawmarsh S62 5AF | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Village Primary School Eldon Road , Eastwood Village S65 1RD | 3out of 4 | 1,572 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawmarsh Community School - A Sports College Monkwood Road , Rawmarsh S62 7GA | - not rated | 1,607 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Community School Monkwood Road , Rawmarsh S62 7GA | 3out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spurley Hey School Cranworth Road , S65 1LN | - not rated | 1,994 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | - not rated | 2,529 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | 3out of 4 | 2,529 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 | 2,713 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 4,157 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 4,166 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 , Thrybergh S65 4BJ | - not rated | 3,248 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 | 1,002 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Marys Centre New Street , Rawmarsh S62 5AF | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Greasbrough Centre Church Street , Greabrough S61 4EL | - not rated | 2,034 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan Centre Estate Road , Rawmarsh S62 7JD | - not rated | 2,136 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blenheim Centre Doncaster Road , S65 1NN | - not rated | 2,457 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Pot | 3/5 Rawmarsh Hill | 169 yd | |
| Dolce Gelateria | 2 Rawmarsh Hill | 216 yd | |
| Dessert Station | 21 Broad Street | 245 yd | |
| Init Burgers | 21 Broad Street | 245 yd | |
| Parkgate Fisheries | 15 Broad Street | 245 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alex | Hollybush Street | 56 yd | |
| Parkgate Inn | 2 Greasbrough Road | 269 yd | |
| The Little Haven Ltd | 96 Broad Street | 283 yd | |
| The Station Hotel | 95 Aldwarke Road | 471 yd | |
| Fitzwilliam Arms Hotel | Taylors Lane | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local Legend Ltd | 122 Broad Street | 173 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 43-45 Broad Street | 174 yd | |
| Desire Shakes and Cakes | 130 Broad Street | 175 yd | |
| Sicily Pizza | 150 Broad Street | 176 yd | |
| Chicken Stop | 146 Broad Street | 176 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | Taylors Lane | 580 yd | |
| Asda | Taylors Lane | 580 yd | |
| Tesco | High Street | 778 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit B Rawmarsh Shopping Centre | 888 yd | |
| Iceland Foods | 2 Gate Park | 961 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkgate Stp School Lane | artificial grass pitch | 421 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Rotherham) UNIT 10 UNIT 10 STODDART WAY | health and fitness suite | 447 yd |
| School Lane (Closed) School Lane | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Rawmarsh Leisure Centre (Closed) Barbers Avenue | grass pitches | 496 yd |
| Rawmarsh Leisure NETHERFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Roundwood Golf Sports And Social Club ROUNDWOOD GOLF COURSE ROUNDWOOD GOLF COURSE GREEN LANE | golf, grass pitches | 955 yd |
| The Gym (Rotherham) Rotherham Road | health and fitness suite | 1,010 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 | 73.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.