Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

S12 2AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S12 2AN.

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Population

257

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 34,800 /yr

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Employed

33%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: S12 2AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

With 47% social renting, S12 2AN is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S12 2AN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Elm Tree Hill in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Richmond ward and the Sheffield, Heeley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, S12 2AN is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. Average age 61 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for S12 2AN are sourced from Output Area E00040534 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S12 2AN. The average age is 60.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

33%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

S12 2AN has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences115
Anti-social behaviour56
Public order32
Vehicle crime22
Criminal damage and arson21

school Local Schools

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Prince Edward Primary School

Good456 pupils0.3 km
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Sheffield Springs Academy

Good943 pupils0.4 km
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St Theresa's Catholic Primary School

Good238 pupils0.7 km
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Intake Primary School

Good401 pupils0.7 km
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Gleadless Primary School

Requires Improvement438 pupils0.9 km
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Woodthorpe Primary School

Good423 pupils1.0 km
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Archdale School

Good96 pupils1.1 km
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Sheffield Inclusion Centre

Requires Improvement162 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Intake Post Office/My66 Ltd0.3 km
  • Singhs Premier0.6 km
  • Baked 2 Perfection0.4 km
  • NK Cellar Ltd0.8 km
  • City Grocers0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Gleadless & Dist Conservatives0.9 km
  • Embassy Ballroom & Foxwood Public House0.5 km
  • Hollin Bush1.0 km
  • The Ball Inn0.4 km
  • Fretson Green Club0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Londis0.8 km
  • Go Local Covenience Store0.8 km
  • Poundland0.4 km
  • The Cooperative0.8 km
  • Asda Stores Ltd0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

25 nearby
  • Intake Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Kins Kitchen0.8 km
  • The Sandwich Shack0.8 km
  • Yummy Plaza0.7 km
  • City Spice Takeaway0.5 km
  • + 20 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • St Theresa's Parish Centre0.7 km
  • Woodthorpe Tenants & Residents0.7 km
  • Arbourthorne Community Church0.6 km
  • Hollybank Sheltered Dwellings0.7 km
  • Kaz's Kafe0.3 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darnall2.7 km
  • Sheffield3.3 km
  • Woodhouse4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Ridgeway Road/Hurlfield Road0.1 km
  • Manor Top Interchange/Hurlfield Road E20.1 km
  • Manor Top/Elm Tree0.1 km
  • Manor Top Interchange/Hurlfield Road E10.2 km
  • Manor Top to Halfwy-Herdings0.2 km