Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

DARLEY GROVE, S6 6FT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DARLEY GROVE, S6 6FT.

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Population

368

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Avg Age

41

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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 6FT 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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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

S6 6FT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 96% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £375k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

S6 6FT is a sought-after residential area on Darley Grove, 0.3km from Little Matlock in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Stannington ward and the Sheffield, Hallam constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in S6, S6 6FT offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k.

Census 2021 statistics for S6 6FT 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 6FT. 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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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 460,000

1 sales · Mean £ 460,000

Semi-Detached

£ 244,000

3 sales · Mean £ 241,333

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

S6 6FT has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour10
Violence and sexual offences9
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson6
Shoplifting6

school Local Schools

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Nook Lane Junior School

Good249 pupils0.6 km
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Stannington Infant School

Outstanding181 pupils0.7 km
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Shooter's Grove Primary School

Good411 pupils0.9 km
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Loxley Primary School

Outstanding210 pupils1.0 km
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Forge Valley School

Good1437 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Co-op Late Shop0.4 km
  • Stannington News0.9 km
  • Village Store0.4 km
  • Rubans Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Supersize Sweets T/A Riverside Spirits0.6 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Nathan's Shop0.4 km
  • The Peacock Inn0.6 km
  • Admiral Rodney1.0 km
  • Reserved CB0.8 km
  • The Rose & Crown0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Chilli Point0.8 km
  • Salt & Vinegar0.4 km
  • Yanni's Plaice0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Wisewood Inn0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sheffield5.3 km
  • Dore & Totley7.9 km
  • Darnall8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • High Matlock Avenue/Little Matlock Gardens0.1 km
  • High Matlock Avenue/Riber Close0.1 km
  • Acorn Drive/Friar Close0.4 km
  • Stannington Road/Wood Lane0.4 km
  • Stannington Road/Wood Lane0.4 km