Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

CAUSEWAY HEAD ROAD, S17 3DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAUSEWAY HEAD ROAD, S17 3DW.

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Population

465

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 59,600 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S17 3DW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, S17 3DW combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£737k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £737k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S17 3DW is a sought-after residential area on Causeway Head Road, 0.2km from Causeway Head in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Dore and Totley ward and the Sheffield, Hallam constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in S17, S17 3DW offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £737k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for S17 3DW are sourced from Output Area E00040095 (shared with 15 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 S17 3DW. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.8%
Asian / British Asian6.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed5.6%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 695,000

4 sales · Mean £ 716,000

Semi-Detached

£ 535,350

1 sales · Mean £ 535,350

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

S17 3DW has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences9
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Dore Primary School

Outstanding488 pupils0.9 km
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The Rowan School

Outstanding96 pupils1.2 km
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King Ecgbert School

Outstanding1396 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • News Plus0.4 km
  • The Village Greens0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Sheffield Tigers Rugby Club1.0 km
  • The Dore Club0.5 km
  • Devonshire Arms0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Almas0.5 km
  • Caffe D' Amour0.4 km
  • Dore Cafe0.5 km
  • Dore Moor Coffee Shop0.4 km
  • Dore Moor Inn0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • It's All About Eco0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Union Jack0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dore & Totley1.9 km
  • Dronfield5.9 km
  • Grindleford6.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Causeway Head Road/Causeway Gardens0.1 km
  • Causeway Head Road/Kerwin Road0.1 km
  • Causeway Head Road/Parkers Lane0.1 km
  • Causeway Head Road/Heather Lea Avenue0.1 km
  • Causeway Head Road/The Causeway0.3 km