S2 1BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Manor Estate in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Manor Castle ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S2 1BB is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 77% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 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 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00040623 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S2 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S2 1BB.
335
34
£ 30,200 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S2 1BB 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 1BB has a significant social housing presence — 77% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 34-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 1BB. The average age is 34.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 1BB is moderate at 60 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
Woodthorpe Primary School
St Theresa's Catholic Primary School
Archdale School
Sheffield Park Academy
Prince Edward Primary School
Stradbroke Primary School
Acres Hill Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Family Fish Bar0.3 km
- No 1 Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Little Jacks0.9 km
- United Fried Chicken0.6 km
- Planet Pizza & Grill0.6 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Travelodge Sheffield0.6 km
- Woodthorpe Tenants & Residents0.8 km
- St Theresa's Parish Centre0.5 km
- Mehr's Massala, Apna Style (CEASED TRADING)0.3 km
- Steel Inn Cafe0.7 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Manor Post Office0.9 km
- Rubans Convenience Store0.3 km
- Singhs Premier0.9 km
- Beauty 4 Britain0.3 km
- Euro Garages (Parkway Service Stn)0.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Premier0.6 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Three Feathers0.8 km
- Fretson Green Club0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darnall1.4 km
- Sheffield3.3 km
- Woodhouse3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Prince of Wales Road/Harborough Avenue0.1 km
- Prince of Wales Road/Harborough Avenue0.2 km
- Harborough Avenue/Prince of Wales Road0.2 km
- Harborough Avenue/Prince of Wales Road0.2 km
- Prince of Wales Road/Ravencarr Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S21BB · Data under Open Government Licence