Is S35 0BZ a safe place to live?

Yes, S35 0BZ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 25 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in S35 0BZ?

The average property price in S35 0BZ is currently around £313k.

What is the population of S35 0BZ?

The population for the S35 0BZ area is approximately 300 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

DON AVENUE, S35 0BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DON AVENUE, S35 0BZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

300

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10

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10/10

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2/10

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4/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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6/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates S35 0BZ — age 41, 78% ownership, 3% 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 down 56.1% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S35 0BZ is a safe, established residential area on Don Avenue, 0.0km from Wharncliffe Side in Wharncliffe Side. Administratively it sits within Stocksbridge and Upper Don ward and the Penistone and Stocksbridge constituency.

For serious buyers, S35 0BZ is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 78% 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £313k, down 56.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S35 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00041217 (shared with 8 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 S35 0BZ. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 194,000

5 sales · Mean £ 189,600

Detached

£ 287,500

8 sales · Mean £ 305,700

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

S35 0BZ 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.

Violence and sexual offences14

Anti-social behaviour7

Criminal damage and arson5

Vehicle crime4

Other theft3

school Local Schools

Wharncliffe Side Primary School

Good183 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Wharncliffe Side Post Office0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Wharncliffe Arms0.3 km

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Wharncliffe Side Chinese Take-Away0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Chapeltown6.2 km
Penistone9.8 km
Sheffield9.8 km

Bus Stops

Main Road/Green Lane0.3 km
Main Road/Brightholmlee Lane0.3 km
Main Road/Brightholmlee Lane0.4 km
Brightholmlee Lane/Dixon Drive0.4 km
Brightholmlee Lane0.4 km