South Avenue is in Swinton, Mexborough and in Rotherham district. S64 8JP is located in the Swinton Rockingham 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 South Avenue, Swinton, Mexborough, S64 8JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S64 8JN, S64 8JL, S64 8JR, S64 8HB, S64 8HA, S64 8EZ, S64 8JJ, S64 8JH, S64 8EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S64 8JP has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52.8% | 50% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.2% | 50% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 28.3% | 39.8% | 11.5% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 38.6% | -10.6% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 6.9% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 31.8% | 41.6% | 9.8% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 42.1% | 33.4% | -8.7% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 16.4% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 6.3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 S64 8JP this area, 31.4% 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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.5% | 31.4% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 12.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 13.6% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 5.4% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 15.9% | 6.6% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.7% | 16.3% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4.7% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 100% | 98.1% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 99% | 97.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Avenue was 67.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.4% lower than the Kilnhurst & Swinton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Avenue has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 69 local areas in Kilnhurst & Swinton East and the 420th lowest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 South Avenue, Mexborough, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-04-18 | £131,296 |
| 15 South Avenue, Mexborough, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-07-20 | £177,699 |
| 4 South Avenue, Mexborough, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2017-08-04 | £245,682 |
| 15 South Avenue, Mexborough, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2009-07-09 | £162,421 |
S64 8JP 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 | 71 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,964 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swinton Fitzwilliam Primary School Broadway , Swinton S64 8HF | 3out of 4 | 280 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Primary Academy Lime Grove , S64 8TQ | 1out of 4 | 1,033 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swinton Queen Primary School Queen Street , Swinton S64 8NE | 3out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kilnhurst St Thomas' CofE Primary Academy Meadow View Road , Kilnhurst S64 5UA | 3out of 4 | 1,388 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Thorogate Junior and Infant School Thorogate , Rawmarsh S62 7HS | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swinton Academy East Avenue , Swinton S64 8JW | 3out of 4 | 308 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 | 1,398 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wath Academy Sandygate , Wath-on-Dearne S63 7NW | 1out of 4 | 1,998 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Community School Monkwood Road , Rawmarsh S62 7GA | 3out of 4 | 2,639 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Laurel Academy Maple Road , S64 9SD | 1out of 4 | 3,206 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,405 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton School Storey Street , Swinton S64 8QG | 4out of 4 | 1,046 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan Centre Estate Road , Rawmarsh S62 7JD | 3out of 4 | 2,366 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rotherham Aspire New Street , Rawmarsh S62 5AF | 3out of 4 | 2,791 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway Diner | 37 Broadway | 191 yd | |
| The Alder Tree | 29 Broadway | 197 yd | |
| Park View Bar, Restaurant & Function Suite | Park Road | 624 yd | |
| Spice Lounge Indian Restaurant | 112 Church Street | 745 yd | |
| Potteries Tea Room | 20 Church Street | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swinton House Club | 20 Fitzwilliam Street | 541 yd | |
| Ring O Bells | Ring O Bells, 37 Church Street | 692 yd | |
| Rockingham Tap | 12 Rockingham Road | 731 yd | |
| The Gate Inn | Church Street | 745 yd | |
| The High House | 27 Wentworth Road | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway Chippy | 35 Broadway | 191 yd | |
| Happy Village | 51 Rockingham Road | 609 yd | |
| Carl's Plaice | 100 Church Street | 745 yd | |
| The Upper Crust Sandwich Bar | 18a Church Street | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | 71 Station Street | 950 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swinton Academy EAST AVENUE | grass pitches | 198 yd |
| Piccadilly Recreation Ground (Closed) Wentworth Road | grass pitches | 289 yd |
| Swinton Recreation Ground PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 345 yd |
| Swinton Fitzwilliam Primary School BROADWAY | grass pitches | 373 yd |
| Brookfield Primary Academy LIME GROVE | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Milton School STOREY STREET | 989 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% |
| Median download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 41.26 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 41.26 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 5.81 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.