S7 1EA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Edge, Nether in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Nether Edge and Sharrow ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, S7 1EA offers 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. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 1EA are sourced from Output Area E00041078 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S7 1EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S7 1EA.
497
32
£ 32,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S7 1EA 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
S7 1EA 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S7 1EA. The average age is 32.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S7 1EA has low crime rates — 49 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.
school Local Schools
Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School
Lowfield Community Primary School
Nether Edge Primary School
Anns Grove Primary School
Meersbrook Bank Primary School
Kenwood Academy
Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy
Carfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
44 nearby- B & M Retail Limited0.6 km
- KST Trade Ltd0.6 km
- A M News0.9 km
- Rontec Woodbank Service Station0.8 km
- A K Groceries and Halal Meat0.6 km
- + 39 more
Restaurant, Cafe
118 nearby- Cheeba Cheeba Coffee Shop0.6 km
- Mavi Ruya Turkish Bar & Grill0.6 km
- Tony's Kitchen0.6 km
- Aton Restaurant0.2 km
- Bloomers0.9 km
- + 113 more
Takeaway Shop
39 nearby- Sugar Desserts & Co0.5 km
- Chach Spark0.6 km
- Food Target Ltd0.9 km
- Jaan Kebab House0.5 km
- Baked & Caked0.5 km
- + 34 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Barrowboy0.2 km
- Nether Edge Bowling Club0.7 km
- The Teller0.4 km
- Lantern Theatre0.5 km
- Over The Yardarm Limited0.2 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Iceland - The Food Warehouse0.6 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Ozmen Ltd0.8 km
- Bramall Lane Premier0.9 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Kenwood Hall Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield2.1 km
- Dore & Totley4.5 km
- Darnall5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Abbeydale Road/St Ronans Road0.1 km
- Abbeydale Road/Chippinghouse Road0.1 km
- Abbeydale Road/Avenue Road0.2 km
- Broadfield Road/Cutts Terrace0.3 km
- Abbeydale Road/Empire Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S71EA · Data under Open Government Licence