S4 7BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Holtwood Road, 0.2km from Pitsmoor 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. 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 rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £147k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 100.9% 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 7BA are sourced from Output Area E00039851 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLTWOOD ROAD, S4 7BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLTWOOD ROAD, S4 7BA.
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37
£ 32,100 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines S4 7BA — 57% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 100.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S4 7BA. 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
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
Flat
£ 195,523
2 sales · Mean £ 195,523
Terraced
£ 152,500
10 sales · Mean £ 139,810
Semi-Detached
£ 144,000
3 sales · Mean £ 144,833
Detached
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S4 7BA has low crime rates — 41 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
Abbeyfield Primary Academy
Byron Wood Primary Academy
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School (Hallam)
Pye Bank CofE Primary School
Astrea Academy Sheffield
Whiteways Primary School
Oasis Academy Fir Vale
Fir Vale School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Corner Stop0.9 km
- Ellesmere Food & News0.8 km
- Shell Carlisle Street1.0 km
- A & M Halal Meat & Poultry0.5 km
- Booze Express0.6 km
- + 25 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Eden Cafe0.9 km
- Oasis Cafe0.9 km
- YPG Coffee Shop0.9 km
- Saba Wanaag Cafe0.9 km
- Sheffield Methodist Circuit0.9 km
- + 27 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Glastonbury Guest House0.3 km
- The Heavenly Nights Guest House0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Bay Horse Inn0.2 km
- Pitsmoor Inn0.2 km
- Royal Oak0.8 km
- The Forest0.9 km
- Staffordshire Arms0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Emin Supermarket0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Damascus Bakery0.9 km
- Spital Chippy0.9 km
- Rutland Sandwich Shop0.6 km
- Nellies0.8 km
- Spital Hill Express0.9 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield2.3 km
- Meadowhall3.9 km
- Darnall4.0 km
Bus Stops
- Burngreave Road/Toll Bar0.1 km
- Burngreave Road/Pitsmoor Road0.2 km
- Burngreave Road/Minna Road0.2 km
- Pitsmoor Road/Pinfold Lane0.2 km
- Pitsmoor Road/Pinfold Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S47BA · Data under Open Government Licence