S7 1FD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Abbeydale Road, 0.6km from Highfield in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Nether Edge and Sharrow ward and the Sheffield Central constituency.
For renters and young professionals, S7 1FD offers many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 30 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 43% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sheffield.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 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 S7 1FD are sourced from Output Area E00041086 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBEYDALE ROAD, S7 1FD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEYDALE ROAD, S7 1FD.
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£ 32,800 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S7 1FD 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
69% of S7 1FD's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S7 1FD. The average age is 29.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S7 1FD is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School
Lowfield Community Primary School
Anns Grove Primary School
Nether Edge Primary School
Porter Croft Church of England Primary Academy
UTC Sheffield City Centre
Broomhall Nursery School
Carfield Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
27 nearby- Barrowboy0.6 km
- The Teller0.8 km
- Lantern Theatre0.6 km
- Over The Yardarm Limited0.6 km
- Rumkeg8760.3 km
- + 22 more
Restaurant, Cafe
137 nearby- Aton Restaurant0.6 km
- The Greek Village0.7 km
- Virgin Active - Sheffield (Elior)0.6 km
- Amici & Bici Cafe & Restaurant0.4 km
- Atipico Street Food0.4 km
- + 132 more
Supermarkets
14 nearby- Iceland - The Food Warehouse1.0 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Pear Thai Oriental Supermarket0.2 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
51 nearby- Jaan Kebab House0.9 km
- Burgery0.2 km
- Delicious Pizzeria/Little Roma Pizzeria0.7 km
- Kosta's Greek Deli Ltd0.9 km
- Pinocchios (Take Away)0.2 km
- + 46 more
Retailers - Other
48 nearby- A K Groceries and Halal Meat0.4 km
- Forge Bakehouse Ltd0.4 km
- Polish Deli0.6 km
- Fox Wine & Spirits0.3 km
- Madina Stores0.2 km
- + 43 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Premier Inn1.0 km
- Ibis Budget Sheffield Centre1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield1.7 km
- Darnall4.6 km
- Dore & Totley4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Abbeydale Road/Farrar Road0.0 km
- Abbeydale Road/Batt Street0.1 km
- Abbeydale Road/Wolsley Road0.1 km
- Wolseley Road/Staveley Road0.1 km
- London Road/Highfield Place0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: S71FD · Data under Open Government Licence