Norfolk Court is in Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S65 1HP is located in the Boston Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rotherham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norfolk Court, Rotherham, S65 1HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S65 1HN, S65 1HA, S65 1EY, S65 1EZ, S65 1HD, S65 1HB, S65 1HE, S65 1ET, S65 1PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S65 1HP is primarily male, with 68.2% of the population 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 | 35.1% | 31.8% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -19.2% |
| Male | 64.9% | 68.2% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 19.2% |
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 S65 1HP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.3% 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 | 48.1% | 55.3% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.7% | 20.7% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -23.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 15.3% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 1.3% | -8.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (63.1%) 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 | 29.8% | 35.1% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -13.3% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 28% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 26.9% | 19% | -7.9% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 12.9% | 13.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 9.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 4.8% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
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 S65 1HP this area, 43% 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 14.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 53.8% | 43% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 24.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 18.5% | 7.1% | 9.6% | 8.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 10.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.4% | 10.6% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.3% | 14.6% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -19.2% |
| Other | 8.2% | 0% | -8.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 9.9% | 4.7% | -5.2% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
| Black African | 6.4% | 4.7% | -1.7% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 62.6% | 64% | 1.4% | 81.4% | -17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 5.8% | 4.6% | 0.6% | 5.2% |
| Other | 9.9% | 10.5% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 8.9% |
In this area, 66.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.3% | 66.7% | 2.4% | 83.2% | -16.5% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 6.4% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 4.7% | 6.4% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 26.3% | 15.2% | -11.1% | 5.6% | 9.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 63.2% | 67.1% | 3.9% | 83.2% | -16.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 17.6% | 14.1% | 9.8% | 7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.3% | 5.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.9% | 5.3% | -7.6% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.2% | 4.1% | -11.1% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.3% | 76.7% | -23.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 3.6% | 0.2% | 3.4% |
| No passport held | 33.5% | 13.5% | 20.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 37.1% | 46.2% | -9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 22.9% | 6.5% | 16.4% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norfolk Court was 551.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 110.6% higher than the Boston Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norfolk Court has the 6th highest crime rate of 131 local areas in Boston Castle and the 11th highest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 333.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 138.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Norfolk Court, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2013-07-01 | £52,300 |
S65 1HP area has a very high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 11% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Other | 25 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Nursery School and Children's Centre The Arnold Centre, Goldsmith Road , S65 2LY | 4out of 4 | 1,944 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Nursery School and Childrens Centre Barbers Crescent , Rawmarsh S62 6AD | 4out of 4 | 3,340 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ann's Primary School St Leonard's Road , Eastwood S65 1PD | - not rated | 521 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Village Primary School Eldon Road , Eastwood Village S65 1RD | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleridge Primary Coleridge Road , Eastwood S65 1LW | 3out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Dene Primary Doncaster Road , East Dene S65 2DF | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Primary School Clough Bank , S61 1TD | 3out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Community School Middle Lane , S65 2SN | 1out of 4 | 980 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | 3out of 4 | 2,161 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's Catholic High School Herringthorpe Valley Road , S65 3BE | 4out of 4 | 2,434 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wingfield Academy Wingfield Road , S61 4AU | 3out of 4 | 2,855 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winterhill School High Street , Kimberworth S61 2BD | 3out of 4 | 3,265 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 186 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 1,718 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 , S65 4BJ | - not rated | 4,572 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE Brunswick Road , Broom S60 2RR | - not rated | 2,005 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellern Mede Moorgate School 136 Moorgate Road , S60 3AZ | - not rated | 2,745 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelford School Oakdale Road , Kimberworth S61 2NU | 3out of 4 | 2,901 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newman School East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | 3out of 4 | 3,371 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rotherham Aspire New Street , Rawmarsh S62 5AF | 3out of 4 | 3,520 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&K Cafe | 73 Carlisle Street | 107 yd | |
| Rotherham Opportunities College | St Anns Road | 134 yd | |
| Wharncliffe Restaurant | Eastwood Lane | 142 yd | |
| Aramark@Rotherham College Town Centre Campus | Eastwood Lane | 142 yd | |
| Passion Cafe | The Guardian Centre, Drummond Street | 198 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plough | 39 Effingham Street | 255 yd | |
| POT8'S | 15-21 Doncaster Gate | 336 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | Red Lion Yard | 422 yd | |
| The County | Bridgegate | 437 yd | |
| Rhinoceros | 35-37 Bridgegate | 437 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Fry | 8 Drummond Street | 198 yd | |
| Salt N Vinegar | 64 Effingham Street | 255 yd | |
| Abby's | 2 Essoldo Chambers, High Street | 424 yd | |
| Bella Pizza | 4 Essoldo Chambers, High Street | 424 yd | |
| Shaun's Authentic Carribbean Uptown Takeaway | 6c Wellgate | 447 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Drummond Street | 198 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 2-4 Howard Street | 350 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 126 Fitzwilliam Road | 562 yd | |
| Sprouts Supermarket | 174 Wellgate | 713 yd | |
| Lidl | 17 Masbrough Street | 876 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rotherham Leisure Complex EFFINGHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 400 yd |
| Revolution Gym And Fitness (Closed) 35-37 35-37 Bridgegate | health and fitness suite | 423 yd |
| Ultra Flex Rotherham EFFINGHAM STREET | health and fitness suite | 586 yd |
| Concrete Fitness (Closed) 8-10 8-10 Main Street | health and fitness suite | 628 yd |
| Clifton Park CLIFTON MOUNT | tennis courts | 668 yd |
| Clifton Community School MIDDLE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Eldon Road Recreation Ground ELDON ROAD | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Rotherham) GREASBOROUGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 962 yd |
| Total Rebuild CANKLOW ROAD | health and fitness suite | 984 yd |
| Clifton Lane BROOM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,005 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 | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.