Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

S1 2AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S1 2AB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

215

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 35,000 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S1 2AB 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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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines S1 2AB — 48% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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

S1 2AB is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.7km from Park Hill in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Manor Castle ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.

For renters and young professionals, S1 2AB offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. By day, the area transitions to a regional business centres character: business quarters in major regional cities. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 66% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield.

Safety: Crime rates are high (354 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for S1 2AB are sourced from Output Area E00185205 (shared with 754 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 S1 2AB. The average age is 32.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British51.9%
Asian / British Asian12.7%
Black / African / Caribbean16.5%
Other / Mixed18.9%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 7%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near S1 2AB are high at 354 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting305
Violence and sexual offences284
Anti-social behaviour241
Public order203
Other crime149

school Local Schools

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Grace Owen Nursery School

Good104 pupils0.5 km
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Pye Bank CofE Primary School

Good450 pupils0.8 km
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Astrea Academy Sheffield

Good809 pupils0.9 km
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Byron Wood Primary Academy

Good427 pupils1.2 km
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UTC Sheffield City Centre

Good489 pupils1.3 km
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Wybourn Community Primary & Nursery School

Good546 pupils1.3 km
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Netherthorpe Primary School

Good240 pupils1.4 km
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Seven Hills School

Outstanding201 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

56 nearby
  • G T News0.8 km
  • Hotel Chocolat0.8 km
  • Parkhill Provisions0.8 km
  • Holland & Barrett1.0 km
  • Sheffield Galleries & Museums Trust Ltd0.7 km
  • + 51 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

41 nearby
  • Craft & Dough & The Wigt & Pen0.8 km
  • Mojo0.9 km
  • Bar Public Limited0.8 km
  • Cavells Cafe Bar0.6 km
  • Maggie May's1.0 km
  • + 36 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

205 nearby
  • Admiral0.4 km
  • Adsetts Learning Centre0.8 km
  • Chinese Table Ltd0.6 km
  • Central United Reformed Church0.7 km
  • Genting Club Sheffield0.5 km
  • + 200 more
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Supermarkets

15 nearby
  • Costcutter0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.6 km
  • Alaoma International Foods, Drinks & Spices Ltd0.7 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.6 km
  • Poundland PLC0.5 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

33 nearby
  • Cooplands0.4 km
  • Greggs of Yorkshire0.8 km
  • Feast0.7 km
  • Edo Sushi0.5 km
  • Greggs of Yorkshire0.5 km
  • + 28 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

11 nearby
  • Leopold Hotel0.9 km
  • Ibis Hotel0.4 km
  • Premier Inn0.5 km
  • Novotel Sheffield0.9 km
  • Hampton by Hilton Sheffield0.7 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sheffield0.9 km
  • Darnall3.4 km
  • Meadowhall4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Furnival Road/Exchange Street0.1 km
  • Furnival Road/Exchange Street0.1 km
  • Wicker/Derek Dooley Way0.2 km
  • Wicker/Blonk Street0.2 km
  • Exchange Street/Wharf Street0.2 km