S7 1DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ainsty Road, 0.5km from Sharrow Head in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Nether Edge and Sharrow ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
Within the S7 district, this postcode is characterised by many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 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 is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £186k, down 13.7% 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 S7 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00041090 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AINSTY ROAD, S7 1DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AINSTY ROAD, S7 1DJ.
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£ 32,800 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S7 1DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
The IMD places S7 1DJ among England's most economically pressured postcodes — 6% unemployment; council investment and regeneration schemes are active or planned. Crime is moderate, better than deprivation indicators alone might suggest. Property prices are trending down 13.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S7 1DJ. The average age is 34.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 172,500
1 sales · Mean £ 172,500
Terraced
£ 199,950
1 sales · Mean £ 199,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S7 1DJ is moderate at 64 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.
school Local Schools
Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School
Lowfield Community Primary School
Anns Grove Primary School
Nether Edge Primary School
Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy
Kenwood Academy
Clifford All Saints CofE Primary School
Meersbrook Bank Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
27 nearby- Barrowboy0.4 km
- Nether Edge Bowling Club0.8 km
- The Teller0.6 km
- Lantern Theatre0.4 km
- Over The Yardarm Limited0.4 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
141 nearby- Aton Restaurant0.4 km
- The Greek Village0.5 km
- Vintage Tearoom0.9 km
- Virgin Active - Sheffield (Elior)0.5 km
- Amici & Bici Cafe & Restaurant0.2 km
- + 136 more
Supermarkets
15 nearby- Iceland - The Food Warehouse0.8 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.4 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.6 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.8 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
46 nearby- Chach Spark0.8 km
- Jaan Kebab House0.7 km
- Burgery0.4 km
- Delicious Pizzeria/Little Roma Pizzeria1.0 km
- Pinocchios (Take Away)0.4 km
- + 41 more
Retailers - Other
46 nearby- A K Groceries and Halal Meat0.4 km
- Forge Bakehouse Ltd0.2 km
- Polish Deli0.4 km
- Fox Wine & Spirits0.4 km
- Madina Stores0.1 km
- + 41 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Kenwood Hall Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield1.9 km
- Dore & Totley4.7 km
- Darnall4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Abbeydale Road/Chippinghouse Road0.2 km
- Abbeydale Road/St Ronans Road0.2 km
- Abbeydale Road/Wolsley Road0.2 km
- Wostenholm Road/Kenwood Park Road0.2 km
- Wostenholm Road/Priory Place0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S71DJ · Data under Open Government Licence