Hood Hill is in Wentworth, Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S62 7UB is located in the Hoober 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 Hood Hill, Wentworth, Rotherham, S62 7UB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S62 7UW, S62 7UR, S62 7UP, S62 7UA, S62 7UQ, S62 7US.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S62 7UB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 52.6% | 49.1% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 47.4% | 50.9% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of S62 7UB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.4% | 28.3% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 56.1% | -9.7% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 5.2% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 7.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 39.3% | 45% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 39% | 33.2% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 14% | 14.4% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.3% | 18.9% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 9.2% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 15.7% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 6.5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 16.1% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 32.7% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.4% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 98.5% | 96.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hood Hill was 72.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.2% lower than the Hoober average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hood Hill has the 44th highest crime rate of 91 local areas in Hoober and the 420th highest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hood Hill Lodge Hood Hill, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-05-26 | £483,697 |
| Hood Hill Lodge Hood Hill, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2002-08-23 | £682,991 |
S62 7UB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 retired residents living in S62 7UB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lound Junior School Lound Side , Chapeltown S35 2UT | 3out of 4 | 2,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wentworth CofE Junior and Infant School Churchfield Lane , Wentworth S62 7TX | 3out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoyland Springwood Primary School Clough Fields Road , Hoyland S74 0ER | 3out of 4 | 2,309 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Pack Horse Lane , High Green S35 3HY | 3out of 4 | 2,390 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lound Infant School Sherburn Gate , Chapeltown S35 2EU | 3out of 4 | 2,392 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirk Balk Academy West Street , Hoyland S74 9HX | 2out of 4 | 2,845 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ecclesfield School Chapeltown Road , Ecclesfield S35 9WD | 1out of 4 | 3,139 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapeltown Academy Hydra Business Park , Nether Lane S35 9ZX | - not rated | 3,393 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paces High Green School for Conductive Education Paces High Green Centre , Pack Horse Lane S35 3HY | 3out of 4 | 2,267 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park House School Wentworth Way , Tankersley S75 3DH | - not rated | 3,216 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harley Village Mission Rooms Trust | 37 Harley Road | 539 yd | |
| The Norfolk Arms | 29 White Lane | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Horseshoe | 9 Harley Road | 539 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harley Recreation Ground Occupation Road | grass pitches | 279 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.