Shepherd Lane is in Thurnscoe, Rotherham and in Barnsley district. S63 0JS is located in the Dearne North 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 Shepherd Lane, Thurnscoe, Rotherham, S63 0JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S63 0JQ, S63 0JJ, S63 0JH, S63 0JL, S63 0JR, S63 0JT, S63 0SR, S63 0JU, S63 0SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S63 0JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.2% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.8% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 S63 0JS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.1% 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 | 30.7% | 28.3% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 51.1% | -1.2% | 44.2% | 6.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 11% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.2%) 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 | 31.3% | 33.3% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 35.9% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 25.5% | 20.7% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 8.0% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 6.7% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.8% | 26.3% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 13.6% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 11.4% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 9.3% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 15.3% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 21.2% | 11.6% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
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 | 98.4% | 98.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 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 | 98.4% | 96.7% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 64.8% | 46.2% | 18.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shepherd Lane was 136.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.2% higher than the Dearne North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shepherd Lane has the 22nd highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Dearne North and the 212th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45B Shepherd Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-06-27 | £203,137 |
| 15 Shepherd Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2024-06-21 | £114,110 |
| 17 Shepherd Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-11-24 | £124,880 |
| 45B Shepherd Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-08-04 | £178,797 |
| The Old Barn Shepherd Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-08-03 | £171,177 |
S63 0JS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 S63 0JS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gooseacre Primary Academy Gooseacre Avenue , Off Merrill Road S63 0NU | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hill Primary Academy Tudor Street , Thurnscoe S63 0DS | 2out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Lockwood Road , Goldthorpe S63 9JY | 2out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highgate Primary Academy Nicholas Lane , Goldthorpe S63 9AS | 3out of 4 | 1,384 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldthorpe Primary Academy Doncaster Road , Goldthorpe S63 9HY | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Dearne Academy Goldthorpe Road , Goldthorpe S63 9EW | 2out of 4 | 1,963 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Laurel Academy Maple Road , S64 9SD | 1out of 4 | 5,202 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Robert Ogden School Clayton Lane , Thurnscoe S63 0BG | - not rated | 1,220 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thurnscoe Tap | 2-4 Station Road | 171 yd | |
| Storm in a Coffee Cup Cafe | Robert Ogden School, Clayton Lane | 374 yd | |
| Millies Cafe | Canteen, Thurnscoe Business Centre, Princess Drive | 501 yd | |
| Charlottes at Harrisons Antiques | Hickleton Sidings, Lidget Lane | 959 yd | |
| GT Snax | 17 Vincent Terrace, Lidget Lane | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thurnscoe Social & Ex-Ser Club | Thurnscoe Exservicemens Club, Houghton Road | 454 yd | |
| Thurnscoe Coronation WMC Ltd | Thurnscoe Coronation Wmc, Coronation Street | 533 yd | |
| Thurnscoe W M C | Thurnscoe Working Mens Club, High Street | 647 yd | |
| The Officials Club | 115 Lidget Lane | 663 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | Butchers Arms, 134 High Street | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon House | 4 The Shopping Centre, Shepherd Lane | 2 yd | |
| Galleon Fish Bar | 7 The Shopping Centre, Shepherd Lane | 2 yd | |
| Chop Suey House | 19 Station Road | 171 yd | |
| Huby's | 46 Houghton Road | 396 yd | |
| Signori's Pizzas | Signoris Pizzas, Houghton Road | 566 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Home Bargains, Station Road | 171 yd | |
| Asda | Asda, Welfare Road | 281 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hickleton Sports Ground SHEPHERD LANE | grass pitches | 139 yd |
| Gooseacre Primary Academy GOOSEACRE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,009 yd |
| Common Road Playing Field PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD COMMON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 41.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 17.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.34 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.34 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.