S2 1AB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Danewood Gardens, 0.7km from Manor Estate in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Manor Castle ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S2 1AB is a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £112k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for S2 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00040588 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DANEWOOD GARDENS, S2 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DANEWOOD GARDENS, S2 1AB.
283
40
£ 30,200 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S2 1AB 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 76% social renting, S2 1AB is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 40-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S2 1AB. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 98,500
2 sales · Mean £ 98,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S2 1AB is moderate at 77 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
Pipworth Community Primary School
Sheffield Park Academy
Athelstan Primary School
Woodthorpe Primary School
Stradbroke Primary School
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Archdale School
Acres Hill Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Three Feathers0.5 km
- Anglers Rest0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Mehr's Massala, Apna Style (CEASED TRADING)0.5 km
- St Theresa's Parish Centre1.0 km
- Travelodge Sheffield0.4 km
- Richmond Deli & Grill1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Golden House1.0 km
- United Fried Chicken0.7 km
- Flamez Dessert0.5 km
- Family Fish Bar0.6 km
- PEJIS 31.0 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Rubans Convenience Store0.6 km
- Richmond Convenience Store1.0 km
- Beauty 4 Britain0.6 km
- Euro Garages (Parkway Service Stn)0.5 km
- Rosy's Newsagent/Off Licence0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Premier0.7 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darnall1.1 km
- Woodhouse3.5 km
- Sheffield3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Castlebeck Avenue/Romandale Gardens0.2 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Danebrook Court0.2 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Castlebeck Croft0.2 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Normancroft Way0.3 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Castlebeck Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S21AB · Data under Open Government Licence