Fretwell Road is in Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S65 3LH is located in the Dalton & Thrybergh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rotherham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fretwell Road, Rotherham, S65 3LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S65 3LS, S65 3LJ, S65 3LG, S65 3LR, S65 3LF, S65 3LN, S65 3LL, S65 3LP, S65 3LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S65 3LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 51.6% | -4.9% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 43.5% | 48.4% | 4.9% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 3LH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.5% 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 | 48.8% | 57.5% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 19.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.8% | 32.2% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 2.6% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 51.8% | 44.5% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 35% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 8% | 13.9% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 5% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 3LH this area, 34.3% 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 10.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.5% | 34.3% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 16.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.9% | 13.3% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 20.2% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 14.6% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 2.8% | 10.7% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -23.1% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 5% | 1.2% | -3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.8% | 92.9% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 92.6% | 94.3% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.6% | 1.2% | -2.4% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| 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 | 92% | 93.5% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.9% | 76.7% | -16.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 35% | 13.5% | 21.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 67.1% | 37.2% | 29.9% |
| Christian | 26.1% | 46.2% | -20.1% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fretwell Road was 178.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.6% higher than the Dalton & Thrybergh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fretwell Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Dalton & Thrybergh and the 135th highest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 137.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% 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 Fretwell Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2018-10-19 | £108,389 |
| 18 Fretwell Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2008-02-22 | £125,446 |
| 18 Fretwell Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2006-03-03 | £139,709 |
| 18 Fretwell Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £54,500 | 2005-02-25 | £107,508 |
S65 3LH area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in S65 3LH area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 1,177 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Nursery School and Childrens Centre Barbers Crescent , Rawmarsh S62 6AD | 4out of 4 | 2,715 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Greave Junior School High Greave Road , S65 3LZ | 3out of 4 | 18 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Greave Infant School High Greave Road , East Herringthorpe S65 3LZ | 2out of 4 | 67 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Croft CofE Primary Academy Dalton Lane , Dalton Parva S65 3QJ | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Dene Primary Doncaster Road , East Dene S65 2DF | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleridge Primary Coleridge Road , Eastwood S65 1LW | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,609 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's Catholic High School Herringthorpe Valley Road , S65 3BE | 4out of 4 | 1,878 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | 3out of 4 | 3,341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawmarsh Community School Monkwood Road , Rawmarsh S62 7GA | 3out of 4 | 3,832 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wickersley School and Sports College Bawtry Road , Wickersley S66 1JL | 4out of 4 | 3,941 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 | 2,507 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 3,255 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 | 2,211 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 | 2,924 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rotherham Aspire New Street , Rawmarsh S62 5AF | 3out of 4 | 3,082 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellern Mede Moorgate School 136 Moorgate Road , S60 3AZ | - not rated | 3,577 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newman School East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | 3out of 4 | 3,786 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan Centre Estate Road , Rawmarsh S62 7JD | 3out of 4 | 4,341 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gemiza | Laudsdale Fisheries, Laudsdale Road | 167 yd | |
| WRR Coffee Shop | Gala Leisure Ltd, Aldwarke Lane | 656 yd | |
| Katies Cafe 2 | 9 Sycamore Centre, Sycamore Road | 701 yd | |
| K’s Cafe | 255a Doncaster Road | 803 yd | |
| Seoulful Rolls | Enden House, Magna Lane | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Herringthorpe Sports & Social Club | East Herringthorpe Sports & Social Club, Laudsdale Road | 140 yd | |
| Silverwood Miners Welfare & Resource Centre | Doncaster Road | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chippy | Laudsdale Road | 156 yd | |
| Tasty House | 331 Doncaster Road | 560 yd | |
| Panku Rotherham | Asda Stores Ltd, Aldwarke Lane | 575 yd | |
| 46 Smash Burger & Pizza House | 4 Club Buildings, Doncaster Road | 612 yd | |
| Yummy King | 7 Club Buildings, Doncaster Road | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Aldwarke Lane | 576 yd | |
| Lidl | Doncaster Road | 612 yd | |
| Iceland | Sycamore Road | 701 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 138 Doncaster Road | 851 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| High Greave Federation HIGH GREAVE ROAD | grass pitches | 108 yd |
| Mowbray Gardens Pool (Closed) Mowbray Street | swimming pool | 262 yd |
| Magna Lane Recreation Ground (Closed) Magna Lane | grass pitches | 627 yd |
| Silverwood Miners Welfare Recreation Ground 12A MILLHOUSE COURT 12A MILLHOUSE COURT DONCASTER ROAD | grass pitches | 734 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 | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.