S2 1AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Danewood Avenue, 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 1AX is a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £54k, 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 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00040619 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DANEWOOD AVENUE, S2 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DANEWOOD AVENUE, S2 1AX.
284
37
£ 30,200 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S2 1AX 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
Social renting makes up 81% of tenure in S2 1AX — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. 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 1AX. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 54,500
1 sales · Mean £ 54,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S2 1AX is moderate at 56 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
Woodthorpe Primary School
Sheffield Park Academy
Athelstan Primary School
Stradbroke Primary School
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Archdale School
Acres Hill Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Three Feathers0.6 km
- Anglers Rest0.9 km
- Fretson Green Club1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Mehr's Massala, Apna Style (CEASED TRADING)0.5 km
- St Theresa's Parish Centre0.9 km
- Travelodge Sheffield0.5 km
- Richmond Deli & Grill0.9 km
- Richmond Hotel0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Golden House0.9 km
- United Fried Chicken0.6 km
- Flamez Dessert0.5 km
- Family Fish Bar0.6 km
- PEJIS 30.9 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Rubans Convenience Store0.6 km
- Co-operative Group1.0 km
- Richmond Convenience Store0.9 km
- Beauty 4 Britain0.6 km
- Euro Garages (Parkway Service Stn)0.5 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Premier0.6 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darnall1.2 km
- Woodhouse3.5 km
- Sheffield3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Castlebeck Avenue/Danebrook Court0.1 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Romandale Gardens0.2 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Castlebeck Drive0.2 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Spinkhill Avenue0.3 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Castlebeck Croft0.3 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: S21AX · Data under Open Government Licence