Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

ROSCOE BANK, S6 5PL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROSCOE BANK, S6 5PL.

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Population

290

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S6 5PL 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.

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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 37, S6 5PL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

S6 5PL is a safe, established residential area on Roscoe Bank, 0.4km from Woodland View in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Stannington ward and the Sheffield, Hallam constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for S6 5PL are sourced from Output Area E00041319 (shared with 5 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 S6 5PL. The average age is 36.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.5%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed10.1%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

S6 5PL has low crime rates — 34 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 offences65
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson15
Burglary13
Public order12

school Local Schools

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Shooter's Grove Primary School

Good411 pupils0.5 km
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Forge Valley School

Good1437 pupils0.7 km
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Malin Bridge Primary School

Outstanding606 pupils1.3 km
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Lydgate Infant School

Good355 pupils1.5 km
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Westways Primary School

Good628 pupils1.6 km
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Rivelin Primary School

Good378 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Howcrofts0.6 km
  • Stannington News0.3 km
  • Rubans Convenience Store0.3 km
  • Stannington Road Post Office0.2 km
  • Emma's Deli and Store0.3 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Wood Lane Countryside Centre0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Holly Bush Inn0.3 km
  • Anvil0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Food0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Chilli Point0.4 km
  • Nosh's Chippy0.3 km
  • Yanni's Plaice0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sheffield4.2 km
  • Dore & Totley7.2 km
  • Darnall7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Stannington Road/Stanwood Road0.1 km
  • Stannington Road/Roscoe Bank0.1 km
  • Stanwood Road/Stannington Road0.1 km
  • Stanwood Road/Stanwood Drive0.1 km
  • Hollins Lane/Hollins Drive0.2 km