S2 1AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Manor Estate in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Manor Castle ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S2 1AG is a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 81% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield. Full-time employment stands at 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for S2 1AG are sourced from Output Area E00040619 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S2 1AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S2 1AG.
284
37
£ 30,200 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S2 1AG 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
S2 1AG has a significant social housing presence — 81% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S2 1AG. The average age is 37.5. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S2 1AG is moderate at 68 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
Pipworth Community Primary School
Sheffield Park Academy
Woodthorpe Primary School
Athelstan Primary School
Stradbroke Primary School
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Archdale School
Acres Hill Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Three Feathers0.5 km
- Anglers Rest0.9 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Beauty 4 Britain0.6 km
- Euro Garages (Parkway Service Stn)0.5 km
- Rosy's Newsagent/Off Licence0.9 km
- Richmond Convenience Store0.9 km
- Rubans Convenience Store0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.4 km
- Premier0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Handsworth Charcoal Grill0.9 km
- Happy Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Papa John's0.5 km
- Surena Pizza0.6 km
- Family Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Travelodge Sheffield0.5 km
- Richmond Deli & Grill0.9 km
- Mehr's Massala, Apna Style (CEASED TRADING)0.5 km
- St Theresa's Parish Centre0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darnall1.2 km
- Woodhouse3.5 km
- Sheffield3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Castlebeck Avenue/Romandale Gardens0.1 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Danebrook Court0.2 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Castlebeck Croft0.3 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Castlebeck Drive0.3 km
- Castlebeck Avenue/Normancroft Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S21AG · Data under Open Government Licence