Rotherham
§ This page provides an overview of a UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area.
Rotherham constituency encompasses the central parts of the town of Rotherham, including residential, commercial, and cultural districts. The area has a strong industrial past but is working to redefine itself through regeneration, with new investments in business parks, education, and housing. Rotherham's economy includes advanced manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and public services. The town centre has undergone significant redevelopment in recent years, with a focus on improving transport, retail, and public spaces. Clifton Park and Museum provide recreational and cultural value, while rail and bus connections link the town to Sheffield, Doncaster, and Leeds, making it a vital node in South Yorkshire.
Wards in Rotherham
Rotherham is divided into 9 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Boston Castle
- Brinsworth
- Dalton & Thrybergh
- Greasbrough
- Keppel
- Rother Vale
- Rotherham East
- Rotherham West
- Wickersley North
Rotherham is a constituency that covers these wards in Rotherham.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 24,677 | 22.45% | 1,157,053 | 20.88% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 8,552 | 7.78% | 485,848 | 8.77% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 15,383 | 14.00% | 726,186 | 13.11% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 21,059 | 19.16% | 1,017,489 | 18.36% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 21,511 | 19.57% | 1,092,608 | 19.72% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 18,718 | 17.03% | 1,062,078 | 19.17% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 86,251 | 79.70% | 80.85% | 74.42% |
| Pakistani | 8,438 | 7.80% | 5.41% | 2.66% |
| Other White | 3,663 | 3.38% | 3.80% | 6.15% |
| Any other ethnic group | 1,576 | 1.46% | 0.98% | 1.55% |
| African | 1,535 | 1.42% | 1.48% | 2.50% |
| Other Asian | 1,443 | 1.33% | 0.92% | 1.63% |
| Indian | 740 | 0.68% | 1.48% | 3.13% |
| White and Asian | 720 | 0.67% | 0.67% | 0.82% |
| Roma | 667 | 0.62% | 0.17% | 0.17% |
| Arab | 614 | 0.57% | 0.46% | 0.56% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 538 | 0.50% | 0.72% | 0.86% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 444 | 0.41% | 0.46% | 0.78% |
| Chinese | 397 | 0.37% | 0.54% | 0.75% |
| White and Black African | 307 | 0.28% | 0.29% | 0.42% |
| Other Black | 264 | 0.24% | 0.26% | 0.50% |
| Irish | 248 | 0.23% | 0.46% | 0.85% |
| Caribbean | 167 | 0.15% | 0.41% | 1.05% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 131 | 0.12% | 0.11% | 0.11% |
| Bangladeshi | 76 | 0.07% | 0.53% | 1.08% |