S6 1WF is a sought-after residential area on Crofton Avenue, 0.8km from Wadsley Bridge in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Hillsborough ward and the Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in S6, S6 1WF offers a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 82% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £356k.
Census 2021 statistics for S6 1WF are sourced from Output Area E00040513 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CROFTON AVENUE, S6 1WF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROFTON AVENUE, S6 1WF.
315
36
£ 44,400 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S6 1WF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
S6 1WF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £356k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S6 1WF. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 252,250
12 sales · Mean £ 272,270
Terraced
£ 262,500
6 sales · Mean £ 271,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S6 1WF has low crime rates — 21 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.
school Local Schools
Marlcliffe Community Primary School
Hillsborough Primary School
Wisewood Community Primary School
Malin Bridge Primary School
Parson Cross Church of England Primary School
Sacred Heart School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Rivelin Primary School
Meynell Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- Niagara Conference and Leisure0.5 km
- Hillsborough Leisure Centre1.0 km
- Sisu0.7 km
- Temptation Cafe0.6 km
- The Orange Bird0.9 km
- + 23 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Premier Stores - Gage's0.5 km
- Annie Jude's Ltd0.9 km
- Dykes Hall Convenience Store0.5 km
- Wraggs Quality Meats1.0 km
- Luke Horton Art0.9 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- B & M Retail1.0 km
- Tesco Express0.5 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Castle Inn0.8 km
- Hillsborough Park Bowling Club0.6 km
- Hillsborough Social Club0.9 km
- Brass Monkey Brewery Ltd0.6 km
- Horse and Jockey0.5 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Kingfisher Fish & Chips0.5 km
- S6 Kebabish0.5 km
- Beres Pork Shop0.3 km
- Greek Blue Sky0.2 km
- Tracey's Sandwich Bar0.4 km
- + 15 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Alara Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield4.8 km
- Chapeltown6.4 km
- Meadowhall6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Marlcliffe Road/Wadsley Road0.2 km
- Middlewood Road/Marion Road0.2 km
- Marlcliffe Road/Vainor Road0.2 km
- Middlewood Road/Marion Road0.2 km
- Middlewood Road/Rockley Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S61WF · Data under Open Government Licence