S8 9FQ is a safe, established residential area on Meersbrook Park Road, 0.4km from Meersbrook Bank in Sheffield. Administratively it sits within Gleadless Valley ward and the Sheffield, Heeley constituency.
For renters and young professionals, S8 9FQ offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Outside of residential hours, business quarters in major regional cities. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 53% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £137k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for S8 9FQ are sourced from Output Area E00040427 (shared with 28 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MEERSBROOK PARK ROAD, S8 9FQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEERSBROOK PARK ROAD, S8 9FQ.
344
39
£ 46,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S8 9FQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. S8 9FQ spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S8 9FQ. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 137,500
2 sales · Mean £ 137,500
Semi-Detached
£ 232,150
1 sales · Mean £ 232,150
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S8 9FQ has low crime rates — 47 incidents 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
Meersbrook Bank Primary School
Nether Edge Primary School
Carfield Primary School
Anns Grove Primary School
Lowfield Community Primary School
Sharrow Nursery, Infant and Junior School
Carter Knowle Junior School
Mercia School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
39 nearby- B & M Retail Limited0.0 km
- KST Trade Ltd0.0 km
- Thorpe House Post Office & News Agent0.9 km
- A M News0.7 km
- Rontec Woodbank Service Station0.4 km
- + 34 more
Restaurant, Cafe
84 nearby- Cheeba Cheeba Coffee Shop0.0 km
- Dunelm Mills1.0 km
- Mavi Ruya Turkish Bar & Grill0.5 km
- Tony's Kitchen0.0 km
- Aton Restaurant0.4 km
- + 79 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Sugar Desserts & Co0.5 km
- Town Wok1.0 km
- Chach Spark0.5 km
- Cob & Crumb0.9 km
- Food Target Ltd0.7 km
- + 26 more
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- Barrowboy0.4 km
- Nether Edge Bowling Club0.8 km
- The Teller0.5 km
- Over The Yardarm Limited0.5 km
- Rumkeg8760.7 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Iceland - The Food Warehouse0.2 km
- Costcutter0.3 km
- Pear Thai Oriental Supermarket1.0 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd1.0 km
- Tesco Express0.4 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheffield2.6 km
- Dore & Totley4.2 km
- Darnall5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Valley Road/Arthington Street0.1 km
- Valley Road/Bradbury Street0.1 km
- Chesterfield Road/Valley Road0.2 km
- Valley Road/Cross Park Road0.2 km
- Valley Road/Cross Park Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S89FQ · Data under Open Government Licence