S4 7AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Devon Road, 0.2km from Crabtree, Lower in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Burngreave ward and the Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough constituency.
For families considering a move, S4 7AJ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £380k. 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 S4 7AJ are sourced from Output Area E00039882 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DEVON ROAD, S4 7AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEVON ROAD, S4 7AJ.
464
40
£ 32,100 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S4 7AJ 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
S4 7AJ has a highly multicultural community character — 50% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 40 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S4 7AJ. The average age is 40.1. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 380,000
1 sales · Mean £ 380,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S4 7AJ is moderate at 83 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
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School (Hallam)
Abbeyfield Primary Academy
Whiteways Primary School
Oasis Academy Fir Vale
Byron Wood Primary Academy
Fir Vale School
Owler Brook Primary School
Pye Bank CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Euro Mini Market0.9 km
- Mini European Market0.9 km
- Baghdad Supermarket0.9 km
- Boots the Chemist0.7 km
- Go Local0.8 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Clocktower Restaurant0.7 km
- Northern Perk0.7 km
- Bagel Shack LTD0.9 km
- Krunchies (Flavours in Every Crunch)0.9 km
- St Cuthbert's Community Kitchen0.8 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- JJ Mini Market0.9 km
- Tesco Express0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Fresco0.9 km
- Kashmir Grill0.9 km
- Noor Pizza0.5 km
- Chai & Co0.7 km
- Marcia's All Nations Caribbean Takeaway0.6 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Pitsmoor Inn0.7 km
- Normanton Inn0.8 km
- Bay Horse Inn0.7 km
- Firth Park W M C0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Glastonbury Guest House0.3 km
- The Heavenly Nights Guest House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield2.8 km
- Meadowhall3.4 km
- Darnall4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Barnsley Road/Devon Road0.1 km
- Barnsley Road/Osgathorpe Road0.1 km
- Norwood Road/Barnsley Road0.1 km
- Norwood Road/Barnsley Road0.1 km
- Barnsley Road/Crabtree Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S47AJ · Data under Open Government Licence