Is S6 6AS a safe place to live?

Yes, S6 6AS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 31 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in S6 6AS?

The average property price in S6 6AS is currently around £520k.

What is the population of S6 6AS?

The population for the S6 6AS area is approximately 368 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

HIGH MATLOCK ROAD, S6 6AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH MATLOCK ROAD, S6 6AS.

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Population

368

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 48,900 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S6 6AS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10

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10/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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5/10

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10/10

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10/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, S6 6AS combines high owner-occupation (96%), strong property values (£520k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 13.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S6 6AS is a sought-after residential area on High Matlock Road, 0.4km from Little Matlock in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Stannington ward and the Sheffield, Hallam constituency.

For serious buyers, S6 6AS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £520k, up 13.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S6 6AS are sourced from Output Area E00041207 (shared with 6 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 S6 6AS. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%

Asian / British Asian2.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

54%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 362,500

20 sales · Mean £ 438,215

Semi-Detached

£ 215,000

3 sales · Mean £ 206,066

Terraced

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

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

S6 6AS has low crime rates — 31 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.

Violence and sexual offences56

Anti-social behaviour19

Shoplifting15

Public order15

Criminal damage and arson11

school Local Schools

Nook Lane Junior School

Good249 pupils0.7 km

Shooter's Grove Primary School

Good411 pupils0.8 km

Stannington Infant School

Outstanding181 pupils0.8 km

Forge Valley School

Good1437 pupils1.0 km

Loxley Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby

Co-op Late Shop0.4 km
Stannington News0.7 km
Village Store0.4 km
Rubans Convenience Store0.7 km
Stannington Road Post Office0.9 km
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restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby

Nathan's Shop0.4 km
The Peacock Inn0.6 km
Reserved CB0.8 km
The Rose & Crown0.9 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Wisewood Inn0.9 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Co-operative Food0.4 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby

Chilli Point0.6 km
Nosh's Chippy1.0 km
Salt & Vinegar0.4 km
Yanni's Plaice0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Sheffield5.2 km
Dore & Totley7.7 km
Darnall8.5 km

Bus Stops

High Matlock Avenue/Little Matlock Gardens0.2 km
High Matlock Avenue/Riber Close0.2 km
Stannington Road/Wood Lane0.3 km
Stannington Road/Wood Lane0.3 km
Wood Lane/Marchwood Road0.3 km