S7 1FH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Abbeydale Road, 0.6km from Sharrow Head in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Nether Edge and Sharrow ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
The people who live in S7 1FH are typical of 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 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 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 1FH are sourced from Output Area E00041090 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBEYDALE ROAD, S7 1FH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEYDALE ROAD, S7 1FH.
383
34
£ 32,800 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S7 1FH 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
Economic hardship is measurable here. S7 1FH's IMD rank, 6% unemployment, and 24% social renting combine to signal above-average deprivation — though affordable prices and community resilience are noted strengths. Crime is moderate, better than deprivation indicators alone might suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S7 1FH. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S7 1FH is moderate at 63 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
Meersbrook Bank Primary School
Carfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
48 nearby- Rontec Woodbank Service Station1.0 km
- A K Groceries and Halal Meat0.5 km
- Forge Bakehouse Ltd0.1 km
- Polish Deli0.3 km
- Fox Wine & Spirits0.5 km
- + 43 more
Pub, NightClub
28 nearby- Barrowboy0.4 km
- Nether Edge Bowling Club0.9 km
- The Teller0.6 km
- Lantern Theatre0.5 km
- Over The Yardarm Limited0.3 km
- + 23 more
Restaurant, Cafe
132 nearby- Aton Restaurant0.4 km
- The Greek Village0.4 km
- Vintage Tearoom0.9 km
- Virgin Active - Sheffield (Elior)0.4 km
- Amici & Bici Cafe & Restaurant0.1 km
- + 127 more
Supermarkets
14 nearby- Iceland - The Food Warehouse0.8 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.9 km
- Tesco Express0.5 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.8 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
48 nearby- Chach Spark0.8 km
- Jaan Kebab House0.7 km
- Burgery0.5 km
- Delicious Pizzeria/Little Roma Pizzeria1.0 km
- Pinocchios (Take Away)0.5 km
- + 43 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Kenwood Hall Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield2.0 km
- Dore & Totley4.7 km
- Darnall4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Abbeydale Road/Chippinghouse Road0.1 km
- Abbeydale Road/St Ronans Road0.1 km
- Abbeydale Road/Wolsley Road0.2 km
- Abbeydale Road/Farrar Road0.2 km
- Broadfield Road/Saxon Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S71FH · Data under Open Government Licence