Postcode Analysis Sheffield, Yorkshire and The Humber

S98 1PJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S98 1PJ.

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Population

395

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 28,700 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S98 1PJ 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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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 45% of tenure in S98 1PJ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

S98 1PJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Grimesthorpe in Sheffield. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Burngreave ward and the Sheffield South East constituency.

This is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 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 rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 S98 1PJ are sourced from Output Area E00172428 (shared with 721 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 S98 1PJ. The average age is 30.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British20.3%
Asian / British Asian41.9%
Black / African / Caribbean19.5%
Other / Mixed18.3%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

S98 1PJ has low crime rates — 42 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 offences23
Anti-social behaviour19
Vehicle crime19
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson10

school Local Schools

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UTC Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park

Good425 pupils0.9 km
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Owler Brook Primary School

Good447 pupils0.9 km
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Oasis Academy Don Valley

Good950 pupils0.9 km
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Brightside Nursery and Infant School

Outstanding217 pupils1.0 km
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Whiteways Primary School

Good449 pupils1.1 km
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Limpsfield Junior School

Good236 pupils1.1 km
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Fir Vale School

Requires Improvement1000 pupils1.1 km
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Oasis Academy Fir Vale

Good415 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • The Railway1.0 km
  • Noose And Gibbet1.0 km
  • The Crown0.9 km
  • IBIS BUDGET0.7 km
  • Papas Fish and Chips0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Le Bon Vin0.8 km
  • Getir UK Limited0.3 km
  • Owler Lane Service Station0.7 km
  • Sam's Go Local CMT0.4 km
  • Upwell Street Super Mini Market0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • DUNKIN' Broughton Lane0.8 km
  • Food Fusion1.0 km
  • Kentucky Fried Chicken0.8 km
  • Playtimes Playtown0.6 km
  • The Library Cafe & Restaurant0.9 km
  • + 16 more
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Chaaye Paani Lunch Box0.6 km
  • Ameen Takeaway0.4 km
  • Ibra's0.4 km
  • Andys Food Factory0.8 km
  • Gripple Ltd0.7 km
  • + 1 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Earl Marshall Guest House0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Aram Supermarket0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Meadowhall1.9 km
  • Darnall2.9 km
  • Sheffield3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Brightside Lane/Upwell Street0.1 km
  • Brightside Lane/Hawke Street0.1 km
  • Brightside Lane/Fell Street0.2 km
  • Upwell Street/Carlisle Street East0.2 km
  • Brightside Lane/Fell Street0.2 km