York Lane is in Morthen, Rotherham and in Rotherham district. S66 9JH is located in the Sitwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rother Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about York Lane, Morthen, Rotherham, S66 9JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S66 9JH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 47% | 48.7% | 1.7% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 53% | 51.3% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 S66 9JH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% 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 | 23.2% | 25.7% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 58.6% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 10% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 4% | 3.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.5% | 59% | 6.5% | 48.4% | 10.6% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 30.1% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 6.6% | 7.1% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.2% | 15.5% | 0.3% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 9.9% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 14.8% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 4.9% | -1.7% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 21.8% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 33.1% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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 | 0.5% | 3.8% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 92.3% | 91.8% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.7% | 96.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 76.7% | 18.2% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.7% | 37.2% | -9.5% |
| Christian | 63.5% | 46.2% | 17.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Sikh | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around York Lane was 120.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.2% higher than the Aughton & Swallownest average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
York Lane has the 24th highest crime rate of 97 local areas in Aughton & Swallownest and the 257th highest crime rate of 870 local areas in Rotherham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. James York Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-09-26 | £346,420 |
| St. James York Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2022-01-14 | £308,015 |
| 3 Manor Farm York Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2021-10-22 | £718,931 |
| Old Wildfell York Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2021-06-25 | £734,471 |
| 2 Manor Farm York Lane, Rotherham, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £499,999 | 2012-09-18 | £880,291 |
S66 9JH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 23% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
S66 9JH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aughton Early Years Centre Main Street , Aughton S26 3XH | 2out of 4 | 3,744 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Nursery School and Children's Centre The Arnold Centre, Goldsmith Road , S65 2LY | 4out of 4 | 4,798 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurcroft Infant School Locksley Drive , Thurcroft S66 9NT | - not rated | 1,946 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurcroft Junior Academy Green Arbour Road , Thurcroft S66 9DD | 3out of 4 | 2,394 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whiston Worrygoose Junior and Infant School Hall Close Avenue , Whiston S60 4AG | 4out of 4 | 2,402 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's CofE (Aided) Primary School Morthen Road , Wickersley S66 1EU | 4out of 4 | 2,743 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Listerdale Junior Academy Beech Avenue , Brecks S65 3HN | 3out of 4 | 2,992 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wickersley School and Sports College Bawtry Road , Wickersley S66 1JL | 4out of 4 | 2,993 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's Catholic High School Herringthorpe Valley Road , S65 3BE | 4out of 4 | 4,046 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston Academy Aughton Road , Swallownest S26 4SF | 3out of 4 | 4,452 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood High School Moorgate Road , S60 2UH | 3out of 4 | 4,751 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Rotherham College Moorgate Road , S60 2BE | - not rated | 5,249 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Willows School Locksley Drive , Thurcroft S66 9NT | 3out of 4 | 2,225 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newman School East Bawtry Road , S60 3LX | 3out of 4 | 3,457 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellern Mede Moorgate School 136 Moorgate Road , S60 3AZ | - not rated | 4,178 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| ROTHERHAM OPPORTUNITIES COLLEGE Brunswick Road , Broom S60 2RR | - not rated | 4,601 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeywood School Rother Way , Hellaby Industrial Estate S66 8QN | - not rated | 4,658 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.0% |
| 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 | 10.0% |
| Median download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 294.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 40.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.