S1 1LF is a lively urban neighbourhood on Fargate, 0.8km from Kelham Island in Sheffield. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within City ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
Day-to-day life in S1 1LF has the character of a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. With an average age of just 26, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. The area has a notably diverse population — 53% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield.
Safety: Crime rates are high (482 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for S1 1LF are sourced from Output Area E00185217 (shared with 148 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FARGATE, S1 1LF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FARGATE, S1 1LF.
433
26
£ 48,300 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
S1 1LF is a high-turnover rental hub — with 84% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S1 1LF. The average age is 26.4. 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 notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near S1 1LF are high at 482 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
Grace Owen Nursery School
UTC Sheffield City Centre
Springfield Primary School
Netherthorpe Primary School
All Saints' Catholic High School
Seven Hills School
Pye Bank CofE Primary School
Astrea Academy Sheffield
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
348 nearby- FULLY LOADED0.8 km
- Han Chinese Restaurant0.8 km
- Taco Bell0.7 km
- All Things Sweet0.7 km
- Cozy Corner0.9 km
- + 343 more
Retailers - Other
87 nearby- City Mart Sheffield Ltd0.9 km
- De Praise Afro Caribbean Food Store0.9 km
- 24 hours Alcohol Delivery Sheffield/Alcohol & Vapes Sheffield0.7 km
- Heron Foods0.4 km
- Waingate Express0.5 km
- + 82 more
Pub, NightClub
84 nearby- Harrisons 18540.8 km
- The Cavendish/K-Town & chick Box/Locked & Loaded0.7 km
- Meltdown Bar0.3 km
- Ritetrax0.5 km
- Shakespeare's0.6 km
- + 79 more
Takeaway Shop
52 nearby- Chef Ming0.9 km
- K Town Chicken0.7 km
- Khyber Diner0.7 km
- Union Diner0.9 km
- Adnans0.5 km
- + 47 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
14 nearby- Premier Inn0.3 km
- Mercure St Pauls Hotel & Spa0.2 km
- Sheffield 2 - Student Roost0.8 km
- Sheffield Central Travelodge0.5 km
- Three Cranes Hotel0.3 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
18 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Londis St Marys0.9 km
- Co-operative Group Limited0.3 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Alaoma International Foods, Drinks & Spices Ltd0.8 km
- + 13 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield0.5 km
- Darnall3.9 km
- Meadowhall5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Church Street/High Street HS40.1 km
- Cathedral to Middlewood/Malin Br0.1 km
- Cathedral (South Yorkshire Supertram)0.1 km
- Cathedral (South Yorkshire Supertram)0.1 km
- Cathedral to Middlewood/Malin Br0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: S11LF · Data under Open Government Licence