Rawmarsh, Rotherham
Rawmarsh, Rotherham is a former industrial and mining area in north Rotherham, South Yorkshire.
Location Reference
Rawmarsh, Rotherham — Overview
South Yorkshire · Postcode area: S62
Rawmarsh is a village in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham in South Yorkshire, approximately two miles north-north-east of Rotherham town centre. It is associated with nearby areas including Parkgate, Swinton, Greasbrough and Wath-upon-Dearne. Local reference points include All Saints Church, Rawmarsh War Memorial and the former Parkgate and Rawmarsh railway station. Rawmarsh falls within Apex Pest Control Ltd's Rotherham service area.
A former industrial and mining village north of Rotherham with a population of over 18,000, forming part of the continuous Sheffield Urban Area.
Rawmarsh has a history rooted in coal mining and the iron and steel industries. The village grew rapidly during the Victorian era as collieries and ironworks drove demand for workers' housing. The Parkgate Iron and Steel Works was a major local employer. All Saints Church serves as the historic parish church. The former Rawmarsh and Parkgate railway station, now a heritage site, recalls the village's industrial railway connections. Rawmarsh forms part of the Sheffield Urban Area with a population of approximately 18,500.
Structured Entity Data
| Location | Rawmarsh |
|---|---|
| Disambiguated Name | Rawmarsh, Rotherham |
| Parent City | Rotherham |
| County | South Yorkshire |
| Postcode District | S62 |
| Post Town | Rotherham |
| Administrative Area | verify ward, Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council |
| Districts | Rawmarsh, Parkgate, Haugh, Aldwarke, Ryecroft |
| Property | Mix of Victorian terraced housing from the industrial and mining era, inter-war semis and some post-war residential development. |
| Commercial | Local shops and services along Rawmarsh High Street and Parkgate retail area serving the community. |
| Transport | Bus routes along Rawmarsh Road and Parkgate Road connecting to Rotherham town centre and Swinton. |
| Coverage | Covered as part of Apex Pest Control Ltd's Rotherham service area. |
| Source References | Wikipedia · Wikidata (Q3930610) · Google Maps |
Named Local Places
Landmarks & Features
- All Saints Church Rawmarsh
- Rawmarsh War Memorial
- Former Parkgate and Rawmarsh railway station
- Parkgate retail area
- Rawmarsh High Street
Roads & Routes
- Rawmarsh Road
- Parkgate Road
- Broad Street
- Church Street
- Warren Vale Road
Notable Local Places
- All Saints Church
- Rawmarsh War Memorial
- Parkgate retail area
- Rawmarsh High Street
- Aldwarke
About Rawmarsh, Rotherham
Rawmarsh is a village in the Metropolitan Borough of Rotherham, situated approximately two miles north-north-east of Rotherham town centre within the S62 postcode district. The village forms part of the continuous Sheffield Urban Area and had a population of approximately 18,500 at the 2011 census. Nearby areas include Parkgate to the south, Swinton to the south-west and Greasbrough to the south.
Rawmarsh developed during the Victorian era around coal mining and the iron and steel industries. The Parkgate Iron and Steel Works — the most significant local employer — shaped the village's industrial character and its dense terraced housing stock. All Saints Church is the historic parish church. The former Rawmarsh and Parkgate railway station served the industrial communities of the area and is now preserved as a heritage site. Rawmarsh War Memorial stands in the village centre.
Rawmarsh High Street and the adjacent Parkgate retail area provide local shopping and services. Bus routes along Rawmarsh Road and Parkgate Road connect the village to Rotherham town centre. The village falls within Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council's administrative area.
Rawmarsh, Rotherham — Structured Facts
Structured location data for Rawmarsh, Rotherham.
Location Name
Rawmarsh
Disambiguated Name
Rawmarsh, Rotherham
Parent City
Rotherham
County / Region
South Yorkshire
Postcode District
S62
Administrative Area
verify ward, Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council
Nearby Areas
Parkgate, Swinton, Greasbrough, Wath-upon-Dearne
Property Types
Victorian terraced housing, inter-war semis, post-war residential
Coverage Status
Covered as part of Apex Pest Control Ltd's Rotherham service area.
Rawmarsh — Landmarks, Roads & Nearby Areas
Named local places, routes and nearby areas associated with Rawmarsh, Rotherham.
Local Landmarks
Roads & Routes
Nearby Areas
Local Character & Environment
Rawmarsh, located in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, features a mix of Victorian terraced housing and areas of former industrial land. The area is characterised by its proximity to the River Don corridor, contributing to its varied topography. Notable landmarks include All Saints Church Rawmarsh and the Rawmarsh War Memorial. Key roads in the area include Rawmarsh Road and Parkgate Road.
Service relationship
Rawmarsh is within the Rotherham service area of Apex Pest Control Ltd. Pest control service information is published on the main Apex Pest Control Ltd website: Rotherham.
Areas Near Rawmarsh
Local area reference pages for places near Rawmarsh within the Rotherham service area.
Parkgate
An adjoining area south of Rawmarsh known for the former Parkgate Iron and Steel Works and retail park, S62.
Swinton
A town south-west of Rawmarsh on the River Don, approximately three miles away in the Rotherham borough, S64.
Greasbrough
A village south-west of Rawmarsh within the Rotherham borough, S61.
Wath-upon-Dearne
A former mining and market town north of Rawmarsh in the Dearne Valley, S63.
Getting to Apex Pest Control from Rawmarsh
Driving directions from All Saints Church Rawmarsh and our Google Maps business listing.
Driving route: Rawmarsh to Apex Pest Control HQ
Apex Pest Control — Rotherham Service Area
Frequently Asked Questions — Rawmarsh, Rotherham
Location and coverage questions about Rawmarsh, Rotherham.