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Lower Stannington

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Sheffield / Lower Stannington

About

Lower Stannington is a residential area located in the northwest of Sheffield, bordering the Peak District National Park. The area is known for its mix of housing, ranging from traditional stone cottages to modern developments. It has good transport links to Sheffield city center and nearby areas like Hillsborough and Malin Bridge.

The area features local amenities including shops, pubs, and schools, catering to everyday needs. Nearby green spaces like the Loxley Valley provide walking and cycling routes. Lower Stannington maintains a quiet, suburban feel while remaining well-connected to Sheffield’s wider infrastructure.

Area overview

On average Lower Stannington has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 78 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lower Stannington is £35,500 per year. There are 1 schools in Lower Stannington: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
78
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
23.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lower Stannington Population
6,043
Population density
1,777.5 per km²

Demographics

British
5,519
91.34%
Other White
78
1.29%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
67
1.11%
African
61
1.01%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
37
0.61%
Total population: 6,042

Housing

Owns outright
1,042
36.34%
Social rents from council
793
27.66%
Owns with a mortgage
785
27.38%
Private landlord or letting agency
164
5.72%
Other social rented
41
1.43%
Total households: 2,867

Property prices in Lower Stannington

Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £253,000 in Lower Stannington area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £645,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£323,500
Flats7£115,000
Semi-Detached28£267,250
Terraced23£181,000

10 years price trend in Lower Stannington

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.