Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

DIXON LANE, S1 2AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DIXON LANE, S1 2AL.

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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 2AL 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 2AL — 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 2AL is an up-and-coming urban area on Dixon Lane, 0.8km from Park Hill in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Manor Castle ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.

For renters and young professionals, S1 2AL offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. By day, the area transitions to a multiethnic urban high streets character: urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. 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 (473 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for S1 2AL 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 2AL. 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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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

Crime rates near S1 2AL are high at 473 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 offences557
Anti-social behaviour516
Public order347
Shoplifting234
Other crime164

school Local Schools

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Grace Owen Nursery School

Good104 pupils0.4 km
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UTC Sheffield City Centre

Good489 pupils1.0 km
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Pye Bank CofE Primary School

Good450 pupils1.0 km
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Astrea Academy Sheffield

Good809 pupils1.1 km
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Seven Hills School

Outstanding201 pupils1.2 km
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All Saints' Catholic High School

Good1419 pupils1.2 km
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Netherthorpe Primary School

Good240 pupils1.2 km
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Heritage Park School

Requires Improvement107 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

79 nearby
  • Ady Foods Ltd1.0 km
  • Corner Stop0.9 km
  • I C Innovations Limited0.9 km
  • Boutique Monica0.3 km
  • Coffee @ Moor Market1.0 km
  • + 74 more
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Pub, NightClub

65 nearby
  • Kelham Island Ind. Museum0.8 km
  • Bar Public Limited0.5 km
  • Cavells Cafe Bar0.3 km
  • Maggie May's0.7 km
  • Maida Vale0.8 km
  • + 60 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

273 nearby
  • 7 Spices Balti0.6 km
  • Deli & Delights0.3 km
  • Eden Cafe0.9 km
  • Natural Spice0.7 km
  • YPG Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • + 268 more
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Supermarkets

17 nearby
  • Huamei Oriental Store1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's Arundel Gate Local0.6 km
  • Nisa Loca0.2 km
  • Alaoma International Foods, Drinks & Spices Ltd0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
  • + 12 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

12 nearby
  • Leonardo Hotel Sheffield0.9 km
  • Leopold Hotel0.6 km
  • Mercure St Pauls Hotel & Spa0.5 km
  • Ibis Hotel0.1 km
  • Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria0.5 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

42 nearby
  • Feast0.4 km
  • Adnans1.0 km
  • Sandwich Division0.9 km
  • 1986 The Kebab Kafe0.3 km
  • Albies0.3 km
  • + 37 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sheffield0.6 km
  • Darnall3.5 km
  • Meadowhall5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Fitz Sq/Ponds Forge to Mdwhall-Halfwy0.1 km
  • Haymarket/CG210.1 km
  • Haymarket/CG200.1 km
  • Fitzalan Square/Ponds Forge0.1 km
  • Fitzalan Sq - Ponds Forge (S Yorks Supertram)0.1 km