S12 2BY is a safe, established residential area on Hollybank Way, 0.7km from Woodthorpe Estate in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Richmond ward and the Sheffield, Heeley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k, up 2.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S12 2BY are sourced from Output Area E00040586 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLYBANK WAY, S12 2BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLYBANK WAY, S12 2BY.
307
45
£ 31,300 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S12 2BY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates S12 2BY — age 45, 84% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 2.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S12 2BY. The average age is 45.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 192,500
6 sales · Mean £ 189,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S12 2BY has low crime rates — 25 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
Intake Primary School
Stradbroke Primary School
Woodthorpe Primary School
Outwood Academy City
Gleadless Primary School
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Prince Edward Primary School
Woodhouse West Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Intake Post Office/My66 Ltd1.0 km
- Hollinsend Convenience Store0.8 km
- Premier Frecheville0.9 km
- Co-operative Group0.5 km
- Just 4 You1.0 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Intake Fish Bar1.0 km
- Remember When Takeaway Cabin0.9 km
- The Admiral0.9 km
- Five Eleven Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Golden City0.9 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Remember When...'0.9 km
- Richmond Deli & Grill0.6 km
- St Catherines of Sienna Church0.4 km
- Hollybank Sheltered Dwellings0.6 km
- Kaz's Kafe1.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Embassy Ballroom & Foxwood Public House0.8 km
- Hollin Bush0.6 km
- The Ball Inn0.9 km
- The Noah's Ark0.3 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-operative0.3 km
- Premier0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darnall2.7 km
- Woodhouse3.4 km
- Sheffield4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Hollybank Road/Holly Gardens0.2 km
- Hollybank Road/Carpenter Gardens0.2 km
- Normanton Hill/Hollybank Road0.2 km
- Normanton Hill/Richmond Gate0.2 km
- Normanton Hill/Hollybank Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S122BY · Data under Open Government Licence