Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

LIMPSFIELD ROAD, S9 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIMPSFIELD ROAD, S9 1BJ.

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Population

311

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 33,600 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: S9 1BJ 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.

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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. S9 1BJ's 62% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 4.5% year-on-year.

home £106,000 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S9 1BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Limpsfield Road, 0.5km from Wincobank in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Shiregreen and Brightside ward and the Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough constituency.

For families considering a move, S9 1BJ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £106k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 4.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S9 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00039752 (shared with 3 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 S9 1BJ. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British59.5%
Asian / British Asian24.4%
Black / African / Caribbean4.8%
Other / Mixed11.3%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 81,000

12 sales · Mean £ 78,041

Semi-Detached

£ 123,500

2 sales · Mean £ 123,500

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

S9 1BJ has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences42
Anti-social behaviour27
Vehicle crime16
Criminal damage and arson11
Other crime11

school Local Schools

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Limpsfield Junior School

Good236 pupils0.3 km
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Brightside Nursery and Infant School

Outstanding217 pupils0.3 km
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Wincobank Nursery and Infant Academy

Good201 pupils0.8 km
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Concord Junior Academy

Requires Improvement206 pupils1.0 km
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Hinde House 2-16 Academy

Good1368 pupils1.1 km
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Owler Brook Primary School

Good447 pupils1.1 km
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Fir Vale School

Requires Improvement1000 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Holland & Barrett0.8 km
  • Millies Cookies Kiosk0.8 km
  • Wilko0.9 km
  • Brupaks (UK) Ltd0.5 km
  • Hebdige Catering Butcher0.8 km
  • + 17 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • ChaoBaby0.8 km
  • Las Iguanas/Blazing Bird/Bang Bang Burrito0.8 km
  • Let's Sushi Limited0.8 km
  • Pizza Express0.8 km
  • German Doner kebab0.8 km
  • + 30 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Tasty Plaice0.8 km
  • New Begin0.9 km
  • Big Bite0.5 km
  • KFC0.8 km
  • Ameen Takeaway0.9 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Crown0.3 km
  • Balraj Johal0.8 km
  • The Railway0.2 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aram Supermarket0.9 km
  • Nisa Brightside0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Meadowhall1.1 km
  • Darnall3.6 km
  • Sheffield4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Holywell Road/Limpsfield Road0.2 km
  • Holywell Road/Limpsfield Road0.2 km
  • Jenkin Road/Stupton Road0.2 km
  • Jenkin Road/Tyler Street0.2 km
  • Jenkin Road/Stupton Road0.2 km