S3 7NF is a mixed residential area on Brightmore Drive, 0.3km from Netherthorpe in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Walkley ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S3 7NF is a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 87 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for S3 7NF are sourced from Output Area E00040909 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIGHTMORE DRIVE, S3 7NF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIGHTMORE DRIVE, S3 7NF.
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36
£ 31,000 /yr
27%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S3 7NF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
S3 7NF has a significant social housing presence — 66% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 36-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 S3 7NF. The average age is 36.1. 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 S3 7NF is moderate at 87 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Springfield Primary School
Netherthorpe Primary School
Broomhall Nursery School
Broomhill Infant School
King Edward VII School
Westways Primary School
UTC Sheffield City Centre
Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
49 nearby- Boots The Chemist0.7 km
- W H Smiths0.7 km
- Hepworth Drive off-Licence Ltd0.5 km
- Napoli Centro Pizzeria0.5 km
- Aesthete0.9 km
- + 44 more
Restaurant, Cafe
215 nearby- ELM0.6 km
- FULLY LOADED0.4 km
- Han Chinese Restaurant0.4 km
- Sheffield Sunday Social0.4 km
- Taco Bell0.6 km
- + 210 more
Takeaway Shop
42 nearby- Falafel King0.5 km
- Upperthorpe Fish Bar0.8 km
- Merdoc's0.6 km
- Devonshire Chippy0.6 km
- Falafel King East1.0 km
- + 37 more
Pub, NightClub
55 nearby- Forum Kitchen & Bar0.6 km
- Wellington Inn0.7 km
- Bath Hotel0.4 km
- Coco Lounge Bar0.5 km
- Duality0.6 km
- + 50 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Co-op Food0.4 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Budgens0.2 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.8 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Hampton by Hilton Sheffield0.9 km
- Sheffield 2 - Student Roost0.4 km
- Leopold Hotel0.9 km
- The Salvation Army0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield1.5 km
- Darnall4.9 km
- Meadowhall6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Bolsover Street/Netherthorpe Road0.0 km
- Bolsover Street/Brook Hill0.1 km
- Broad Lane/Upper Hanover Street0.1 km
- Brook Hill/St Georges Terrace0.2 km
- University of Sheffield to Middlewood0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S37NF · Data under Open Government Licence