S20 1AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Chestnut Avenue, 0.5km from Beighton in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Beighton ward and the Sheffield South East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 9.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S20 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00040700 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHESTNUT AVENUE, S20 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTNUT AVENUE, S20 1AL.
235
36
£ 36,700 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S20 1AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and average age 36, S20 1AL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £170k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 9.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S20 1AL. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 170,000
8 sales · Mean £ 169,775
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S20 1AL has low crime rates — 34 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.
school Local Schools
Reignhead Primary School
Becton School
Beighton Nursery Infant School
Brook House Junior
Westfield School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Pizza Max0.3 km
- Beighton Wok0.3 km
- The Crystal1.0 km
- Q C Pizza and Grill1.0 km
- Admiral0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Club Baize1.0 km
- Beighton Top Club0.3 km
- Beighton Welfare (Recreation Ground)0.4 km
- Gypsy Queen1.0 km
- Fox Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Dolly's Pantry0.7 km
- Scarsdale Hundred1.0 km
- The Meeting Place0.5 km
- The Snap Tinn1.0 km
- Starbucks0.4 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Beighton Post Office0.6 km
- Premier Store1.0 km
- Beighton Park Service Station0.9 km
- Beighton Convenience Store0.4 km
- Coop Late Shop0.3 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodhouse1.8 km
- Kiveton Bridge5.2 km
- Darnall5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Queens Road/Lime Street0.2 km
- Queens Road/Oak Road0.2 km
- Robin Lane/Woodhouse Lane0.3 km
- Robin Lane/Woodhouse Lane0.3 km
- Queens Road/Robin Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S201AL · Data under Open Government Licence