S3 7UF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hanover Way, 0.6km from Little Sheffield in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Broomhill and Sharrow Vale ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S3 7UF is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 28) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield. Full-time employment stands at 15% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 102 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 7UF are sourced from Output Area E00185241 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HANOVER WAY, S3 7UF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HANOVER WAY, S3 7UF.
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28
£ 39,200 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S3 7UF 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 7UF has a significant social housing presence — 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 28-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 7UF. The average age is 28.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S3 7UF is above average at 102 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
Broomhall Nursery School
Springfield Primary School
Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy
UTC Sheffield City Centre
King Edward VII School
Broomhill Infant School
Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School
Netherthorpe Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
83 nearby- Boots The Chemist0.9 km
- Craft & Berry0.9 km
- W H Smiths0.9 km
- City Mart Sheffield Ltd0.5 km
- Department of Chemistry0.7 km
- + 78 more
Restaurant, Cafe
314 nearby- Copa Caffe0.7 km
- ELM0.6 km
- FULLY LOADED0.4 km
- Han Chinese Restaurant0.4 km
- Sheffield Sunday Social0.4 km
- + 309 more
Takeaway Shop
65 nearby- Falafel King0.6 km
- Chef Ming0.7 km
- K Town Chicken0.5 km
- 7 Seas Restaurant0.7 km
- Chikoo's & Peri Peri0.9 km
- + 60 more
Pub, NightClub
67 nearby- Harrisons 18540.6 km
- The Cavendish/K-Town & chick Box/Locked & Loaded0.5 km
- Copa0.7 km
- Lounge4181.0 km
- Portland House0.7 km
- + 62 more
Supermarkets
21 nearby- Budgens1.0 km
- Ozmen Ltd0.8 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.6 km
- Budgens0.5 km
- K H Oriental Foods Ltd0.7 km
- + 16 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Mercure St Pauls Hotel & Spa1.0 km
- Ibis Budget Sheffield Centre0.4 km
- Sheffield 2 - Student Roost0.9 km
- The Salvation Army0.4 km
- Leonardo Hotel Sheffield0.7 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield1.2 km
- Darnall4.7 km
- Dore & Totley5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Moore Street/Hanover Way0.3 km
- Moore Street/Fitzwilliam Street0.3 km
- Fitzwilliam Street/Wellington Street0.3 km
- Moore Street/Ecclesall Road0.3 km
- Charter Row/Fitzwilliam Street0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S37UF · Data under Open Government Licence