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Broomhill and Sharrow Vale

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About

Broomhill and Sharrow Vale is a residential area in Sheffield's southwest, centred on the busy crossroads of Fulwood Road and Glossop Road. The ward is dominated by student accommodation and large Victorian villas, housing a significant population from the nearby university. Its commercial spine runs along these roads, featuring a mix of independent shops, cafes, and essential services catering to the local community and academic population.

The area extends eastward into the tighter streets of Sharrow Vale, where smaller terraced houses lead toward Ecclesall Road. A notable feature is the presence of antique and second-hand bookshops nestled among the more everyday retailers. The general atmosphere is one of a busy, scholarly neighbourhood, with its rhythm closely tied to the university calendar and the daily movement of residents along its main thoroughfares.

Area overview

On average Broomhill and Sharrow Vale has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 135 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Broomhill and Sharrow Vale is £56,998 per year. There are 10 schools in Broomhill and Sharrow Vale: 4 primary (2 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Broomhill and Sharrow Vale is home to around 21,927 people, with a population density of about 7,088.5 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
135
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
13.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Broomhill and Sharrow Vale Population
21,927
Population density
7,088.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
48.16(+11%)
Shoplifting
35.76(+314%)
Anti-social behaviour
28.05(+104%)
Vehicle crime
17.38(+211%)
Public order
15.1(+68%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
15,583
71.07%
Other White
1,242
5.66%
African
926
4.22%
Indian
567
2.59%
Arab
456
2.08%
Total population: 21,925

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
8,713
43.9%
Level 3 (A level)
7,759
39.09%
No qualifications
1,243
6.26%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,017
5.12%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
580
2.92%
Total 16+ residents: 19,847

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
3,783
46.89%
Owns outright
1,508
18.69%
Owns with a mortgage
1,309
16.23%
Other social rented
747
9.26%
Social rents from council
499
6.19%
Total households: 8,067

Property prices in Broomhill and Sharrow Vale

Based on 163 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Broomhill and Sharrow Vale area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,425,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Broomhill and Sharrow Vale in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Broomhill and Sharrow Vale over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached14£575,000
Flats32£203,580
Semi-Detached33£420,000
Terraced84£309,000

10 years median price trend in Broomhill and Sharrow Vale

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Broomhill and Sharrow Vale.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.