Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

S2 1BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S2 1BB.

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Population

335

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 30,200 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: S2 1BB 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.

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2/10
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7/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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Area Character

S2 1BB has a significant social housing presence — 77% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S2 1BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Manor Estate in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Manor Castle ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, S2 1BB is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 77% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 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 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00040623 (shared with 5 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 S2 1BB. The average age is 34.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British70.5%
Asian / British Asian5.7%
Black / African / Caribbean11.9%
Other / Mixed11.9%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

Crime around S2 1BB is moderate at 60 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 offences122
Anti-social behaviour46
Criminal damage and arson28
Other theft27
Vehicle crime22

school Local Schools

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Pipworth Community Primary School

Good449 pupils0.4 km
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Woodthorpe Primary School

Good423 pupils0.5 km
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St Theresa's Catholic Primary School

Good238 pupils0.5 km
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Archdale School

Good96 pupils0.5 km
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Sheffield Park Academy

Good1155 pupils0.6 km
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Prince Edward Primary School

Good456 pupils1.1 km
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Stradbroke Primary School

Good489 pupils1.1 km
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Acres Hill Community Primary School

Good225 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Family Fish Bar0.3 km
  • No 1 Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Little Jacks0.9 km
  • United Fried Chicken0.6 km
  • Planet Pizza & Grill0.6 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Travelodge Sheffield0.6 km
  • Woodthorpe Tenants & Residents0.8 km
  • St Theresa's Parish Centre0.5 km
  • Mehr's Massala, Apna Style (CEASED TRADING)0.3 km
  • Steel Inn Cafe0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Manor Post Office0.9 km
  • Rubans Convenience Store0.3 km
  • Singhs Premier0.9 km
  • Beauty 4 Britain0.3 km
  • Euro Garages (Parkway Service Stn)0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Premier0.6 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Three Feathers0.8 km
  • Fretson Green Club0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darnall1.4 km
  • Sheffield3.3 km
  • Woodhouse3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Prince of Wales Road/Harborough Avenue0.1 km
  • Prince of Wales Road/Harborough Avenue0.2 km
  • Harborough Avenue/Prince of Wales Road0.2 km
  • Harborough Avenue/Prince of Wales Road0.2 km
  • Prince of Wales Road/Ravencarr Road0.2 km