S12 2FR is a safe, established residential area on Newlands Drive, 0.2km from Intake in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Richmond ward and the Sheffield, Heeley constituency.
For families considering a move, S12 2FR represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £143k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for S12 2FR are sourced from Output Area E00040526 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWLANDS DRIVE, S12 2FR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWLANDS DRIVE, S12 2FR.
342
41
£ 34,800 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S12 2FR 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
S12 2FR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S12 2FR. The average age is 41.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 125,500
8 sales · Mean £ 132,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S12 2FR has low crime rates — 41 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
Prince Edward Primary School
Intake Primary School
Sheffield Springs Academy
Gleadless Primary School
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Woodthorpe Primary School
Archdale School
Sheffield Inclusion Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Intake Post Office/My66 Ltd0.1 km
- Manor Top Local0.6 km
- Baked 2 Perfection0.2 km
- NK Cellar Ltd0.7 km
- Animals 'N' Extras0.4 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Gleadless & Dist Conservatives0.7 km
- Manor Estate Social Club0.9 km
- Embassy Ballroom & Foxwood Public House0.3 km
- Hollin Bush0.7 km
- The Ball Inn0.2 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Londis0.7 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.4 km
- The Co-operative0.8 km
- Poundland0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Intake Fish Bar0.1 km
- Kins Kitchen0.7 km
- The Sandwich Shack0.7 km
- Brando's Pizza & Grill0.7 km
- Delicio's Dessert Parlour0.4 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Gleadless United Reform Church1.0 km
- Woodthorpe Tenants & Residents0.6 km
- Arbourthorne Community Church0.9 km
- Hollybank Sheltered Dwellings0.4 km
- Kaz's Kafe0.1 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darnall2.7 km
- Sheffield3.6 km
- Woodhouse4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Mansfield Road/Newlands Drive0.1 km
- Mansfield Road/Applegarth Drive0.2 km
- Mansfield Road/Woodhouse Road0.2 km
- Woodhouse Road/Mansfield Road0.2 km
- Ridgeway Road/Newlands Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S122FR · Data under Open Government Licence