S2 1AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 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 1AR 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 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield. Full-time employment stands at 16% — 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. 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 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00040619 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S2 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S2 1AR.
284
37
£ 30,200 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S2 1AR 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 81% social renting, S2 1AR is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 37-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 1AR. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S2 1AR 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
Woodthorpe Primary School
Athelstan 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
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Beauty 4 Britain0.6 km
- Euro Garages (Parkway Service Stn)0.5 km
- Rosy's Newsagent/Off Licence0.9 km
- Richmond Convenience Store1.0 km
- Rubans Convenience Store0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.4 km
- Premier0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Handsworth Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- Happy Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Papa John's0.5 km
- Surena Pizza0.6 km
- Family Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Travelodge Sheffield0.5 km
- Richmond Deli & Grill1.0 km
- Mehr's Massala, Apna Style (CEASED TRADING)0.5 km
- St Theresa's Parish Centre0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darnall1.1 km
- Woodhouse3.5 km
- Sheffield3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Castlebeck Avenue/Romandale Gardens0.1 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Danebrook Court0.2 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Castlebeck Croft0.2 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Castlebeck Drive0.3 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Normancroft Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S21AR · Data under Open Government Licence