S7 1FS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Abbeydale Road, 0.5km from Nether Edge in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Nether Edge and Sharrow ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, S7 1FS 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. By day, the area transitions to a multiethnic urban high streets character: urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. With residents averaging 32 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 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 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £55k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 1FS are sourced from Output Area E00041078 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBEYDALE ROAD, S7 1FS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEYDALE ROAD, S7 1FS.
497
32
£ 32,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S7 1FS 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
Cultural diversity defines S7 1FS — 50% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. 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 1FS. 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
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
Terraced
£ 55,000
2 sales · Mean £ 55,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S7 1FS has low crime rates — 47 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.
school Local Schools
Nether Edge Primary School
Lowfield Community Primary School
Anns Grove Primary School
Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School
Meersbrook Bank Primary School
Carfield Primary School
Kenwood Academy
Mercia School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
48 nearby- B & M Retail Limited0.4 km
- KST Trade Ltd0.4 km
- A M News0.7 km
- Rontec Woodbank Service Station0.6 km
- A K Groceries and Halal Meat0.9 km
- + 43 more
Restaurant, Cafe
101 nearby- Cheeba Cheeba Coffee Shop0.4 km
- Mavi Ruya Turkish Bar & Grill0.4 km
- Tony's Kitchen0.4 km
- Aton Restaurant0.0 km
- Bloomers0.7 km
- + 96 more
Takeaway Shop
42 nearby- Sugar Desserts & Co0.4 km
- Chach Spark0.4 km
- Food Target Ltd0.7 km
- Jaan Kebab House0.3 km
- Silly Samosa0.8 km
- + 37 more
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- Barrowboy0.0 km
- Nether Edge Bowling Club0.6 km
- The Teller0.2 km
- Lantern Theatre0.6 km
- Over The Yardarm Limited0.1 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Iceland - The Food Warehouse0.4 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Pear Thai Oriental Supermarket0.8 km
- Ranet Retail0.5 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.7 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Kenwood Hall Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield2.3 km
- Dore & Totley4.3 km
- Darnall5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Abbeydale Road/Avenue Road0.0 km
- Abbeydale Road/Empire Road0.1 km
- Broadfield Road/Bedale Road0.1 km
- Broadfield Road/Bedale Road0.1 km
- Broadfield Road/Clyde Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S71FS · Data under Open Government Licence