S4 7AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Abbeyfield Road, 0.3km from Crabtree, Lower in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Burngreave ward and the Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 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 rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k, down 21.1% 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 7AZ are sourced from Output Area E00039882 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBEYFIELD ROAD, S4 7AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEYFIELD ROAD, S4 7AZ.
464
40
£ 32,100 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S4 7AZ 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 7AZ has a highly multicultural community character — 50% 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 down 21.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S4 7AZ. 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
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
7 sales · Mean £ 249,892
Detached
£ 181,000
2 sales · Mean £ 181,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S4 7AZ has low crime rates — 36 incidents 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
Byron Wood Primary Academy
Whiteways Primary School
Oasis Academy Fir Vale
Fir Vale School
Pye Bank CofE Primary School
Owler Brook Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Euro Mini Market1.0 km
- Mini European Market1.0 km
- A & M Halal Meat & Poultry0.3 km
- Booze Express0.7 km
- Family Choice Store0.3 km
- + 28 more
Restaurant, Cafe
24 nearby- Clocktower Restaurant0.8 km
- Northern Perk0.8 km
- Breakfast Club0.6 km
- MJ's1.0 km
- Malton Salvation Army0.5 km
- + 19 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- JJ Mini Market1.0 km
- Tesco Express0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Fresco1.0 km
- Pizza Palace0.7 km
- Eastern Eye1.0 km
- Prime Pizza0.6 km
- Speedy's Shakes1.0 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Normanton Inn0.7 km
- Bay Horse Inn0.7 km
- Firth Park W M C1.0 km
- Pitsmoor Inn0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Glastonbury Guest House0.3 km
- The Heavenly Nights Guest House0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield2.7 km
- Meadowhall3.4 km
- Darnall3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Barnsley Road/Devon Road0.1 km
- Scott Road/Sturton Road0.2 km
- Scott Road/Sturton Road0.2 km
- Barnsley Road/Osgathorpe Road0.2 km
- Norwood Road/Barnsley Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S47AZ · Data under Open Government Licence