Rotherham Road is in Little Houghton, Barnsley and in Barnsley district. S72 0EY is located in the Darfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Barnsley East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rotherham Road, Little Houghton, Barnsley, S72 0EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S72 0EX, S72 0HU, S72 0HD, S72 0HE, S72 0EZ, S72 0HA, S72 0HH, S72 0HB, S72 0HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S72 0EY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 52.5% | 49.6% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 50.4% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 27.8% | 37.7% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 39.7% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -4.5% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 9.6% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 8.8% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 (65.6%) 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 | 39.4% | 36.1% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 29.5% | 0.4% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 19.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 12.3% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 8.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 S72 0EY this area, 36.1% 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 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 36.1% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 17.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 6.3% | -7.1% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.6% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 14.7% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.6% | 18.5% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.6% | 96.1% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 94.8% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.8% | 13.5% | 9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rotherham Road was 168.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.5% higher than the Darfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rotherham Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Darfield and the 140th highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 24.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Rotherham Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-08-29 | £84,887 |
| 43 Rotherham Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2023-08-08 | £63,665 |
| 43 Rotherham Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2023-04-28 | £57,975 |
| 56 Rotherham Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-01-17 | £191,228 |
| 42 Rotherham Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2019-07-26 | £68,111 |
S72 0EY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
S72 0EY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 69 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandhill Primary School Dearne Street , Great Houghton S72 0EQ | 2out of 4 | 1,322 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Academy Darfield School Street , Darfield S73 9EU | 3out of 4 | 1,559 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gooseacre Primary Academy Gooseacre Avenue , Off Merrill Road S63 0NU | 3out of 4 | 2,589 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary Academy Darfield Snape Hill Road , Darfield S73 9LT | 3out of 4 | 2,617 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upperwood Academy Dartree Walk , Darfield S73 9NL | 3out of 4 | 2,628 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherwood Academy Dove Valley Way , Wombwell S73 8FE | 2out of 4 | 3,548 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Dearne Academy Goldthorpe Road , Goldthorpe S63 9EW | 2out of 4 | 3,663 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,400 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Lounge | 128 Doncaster Road | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton Main Welfare & Sports Club Ltd | Sports Ground, Middlecliffe Lane | 936 yd | |
| Middlecliffe W M C | Middlecliffe Working Mens Club, 2 Middlecliffe Lane | 994 yd | |
| Sandhill Golf Clubhouse | Sandhill Golf Course, Middlecliffe Lane | 1,078 yd | |
| Sandhill Tavern | 2-8 Turner Street | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billingley Christmas Trees Ltd | New Hall Farm, Back Lane | 886 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton Main Miners Welfare Ground MIDDLECLIFF LANE | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Sandhill Golf Club MIDDLECLIFF LANE | golf | 816 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 | 86.7% |
| 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 | 75.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.