S3 7PS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Netherthorpe in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Walkley ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S3 7PS is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 66% 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 51 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 S3 7PS are sourced from Output Area E00040900 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
S3 7PS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S3 7PS.
340
31
£ 31,000 /yr
26%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S3 7PS 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 7PS has a significant social housing presence — 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S3 7PS. The average age is 31.1. 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 7PS is moderate at 51 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
Netherthorpe Primary School
Springfield Primary School
St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Westways Primary School
Broomhill Infant School
Broomhall Nursery School
King Edward VII School
Walkley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
44 nearby- City Mart Sheffield Ltd0.7 km
- Department of Chemistry0.4 km
- Ozmen Supermarket0.7 km
- Zero Waste Shop0.6 km
- International Foods0.9 km
- + 39 more
Pub, NightClub
59 nearby- Berlin Calling0.7 km
- Harrisons 18540.6 km
- The Cavendish/K-Town & chick Box/Locked & Loaded0.7 km
- White Hart Inn0.1 km
- Craft & Dough & The Wigt & Pen1.0 km
- + 54 more
Restaurant, Cafe
189 nearby- All Things Sweet0.8 km
- Costa0.7 km
- Cozy Corner0.7 km
- Heartspace Cafe0.6 km
- Inox Dine0.7 km
- + 184 more
Takeaway Shop
47 nearby- Chef Ming0.5 km
- K Town Chicken0.7 km
- Rising Sun0.9 km
- 8520.9 km
- Gurmoss1.0 km
- + 42 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Co-operative0.5 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.4 km
- Co-op Food0.7 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.4 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Hampton by Hilton Sheffield0.9 km
- Sheffield 2 - Student Roost0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield1.7 km
- Darnall5.0 km
- Meadowhall6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Bramwell Street/St. Philips Road0.1 km
- St Philips Road/Hammond Street0.1 km
- St Philips Road/Jericho Street0.1 km
- Bramwell Street/Powell Street0.1 km
- Netherthorpe Road Subway to Trams0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S37PS · Data under Open Government Licence