Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

ABBEYFIELD ROAD, S4 7AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEYFIELD ROAD, S4 7AY.

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Population

393

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 32,100 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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9/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

S4 7AY has a highly multicultural community character — 57% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 60.2% year-on-year.

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

S4 7AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Abbeyfield Road, 0.2km from Pitsmoor in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Burngreave ward and the Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough constituency.

For families considering a move, S4 7AY represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 57% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £290k, up 60.2% year-on-year. 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 7AY are sourced from Output Area E00039851 (shared with 4 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 S4 7AY. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British43.3%
Asian / British Asian39.2%
Black / African / Caribbean5.8%
Other / Mixed11.6%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 181,000

4 sales · Mean £ 185,500

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

Crime around S4 7AY is moderate at 50 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 offences99
Anti-social behaviour47
Vehicle crime24
Criminal damage and arson23
Public order22

school Local Schools

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Abbeyfield Primary Academy

Good416 pupils0.2 km
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St Catherine's Catholic Primary School (Hallam)

Outstanding464 pupils0.3 km
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Byron Wood Primary Academy

Good427 pupils0.4 km
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Pye Bank CofE Primary School

Good450 pupils0.9 km
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Whiteways Primary School

Good449 pupils1.0 km
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Astrea Academy Sheffield

Good809 pupils1.0 km
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Oasis Academy Fir Vale

Good415 pupils1.1 km
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Fir Vale School

Requires Improvement1000 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

23 nearby
  • Ellesmere Food & News1.0 km
  • A & M Halal Meat & Poultry0.3 km
  • Booze Express0.6 km
  • Family Choice Store0.4 km
  • Marshall News0.2 km
  • + 18 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Glastonbury Guest House0.0 km
  • The Heavenly Nights Guest House0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Bay Horse Inn0.4 km
  • Royal Oak1.0 km
  • Normanton Inn0.6 km
  • Pitsmoor Inn0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • MJ's1.0 km
  • Deweys Cafe1.0 km
  • Dip N Drip0.9 km
  • Malton Salvation Army0.4 km
  • Intensive Support Service (ISS) NHS0.5 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Prime Pizza0.9 km
  • Nellies0.9 km
  • Pizza Palace0.4 km
  • Noor Pizza0.8 km
  • Marcia's All Nations Caribbean Takeaway0.9 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sheffield2.5 km
  • Meadowhall3.7 km
  • Darnall4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Scott Road/Barnsley Road0.1 km
  • Scott Road/Barnsley Road0.1 km
  • Barnsley Road/Orphanage Road0.2 km
  • Barnsley Road/Firshill Close0.2 km
  • Barnsley Road/Norwood Road0.2 km