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Norton & Norton Lees

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About

Norton is a residential suburb situated in the south-east of Sheffield, bordering open countryside. The area is primarily composed of housing estates, ranging from inter-war semis to more recent developments, with local shops and services concentrated along Norton Lane. Norton Park provides a significant green space with sports facilities and woodland. The area is anchored by the historic Norton Parish Church, which stands on a site with Saxon origins, overlooking the surrounding neighbourhood.

Norton Lees lies directly to the north-west of Norton, forming a contiguous residential area. It features terraced housing and larger Victorian villas, particularly around the tree-lined streets near Meersbrook Park. The area is served by its own high street on Chesterfield Road, offering independent businesses and cafes. Its elevated position affords views across the city, and it is notably home to the Lees Hall area, characterised by its distinctive early 20th-century architectural style.

Area overview

On average Norton & Norton Lees has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Norton & Norton Lees is £51,248 per year. There are 6 schools in Norton & Norton Lees: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good). Norton & Norton Lees is home to around 9,092 people, with a population density of about 1,868.4 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
9.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Norton & Norton Lees Population
9,092
Population density
1,868.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Shoplifting
35.75(+314%)
Anti-social behaviour
31.57(+129%)
Violence and sexual offences
28.71(-34%)
Public order
10.67(+19%)
Vehicle crime
9.46(+70%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,242
90.67%
Other White
146
1.61%
Pakistani
104
1.14%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
93
1.02%
White and Asian (mixed)
79
0.87%
Total population: 9,090

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,953
38.84%
Level 3 (A level)
1,175
15.45%
No qualifications
1,167
15.35%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
931
12.25%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
633
8.33%
Total 16+ residents: 7,603

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,884
46.53%
Owns with a mortgage
1,374
33.93%
Social rents from council
270
6.67%
Private landlord or letting agency
254
6.27%
Other social rented
185
4.57%
Total households: 4,049

Property prices in Norton & Norton Lees

Based on 114 recent sales, the median property price is £298,500 in Norton & Norton Lees area, with individual transactions ranging from £59,000 up to £650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Norton & Norton Lees 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 Norton & Norton Lees over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£402,750
Flats8£126,250
Semi-Detached64£293,000
Terraced16£205,000

10 years median price trend in Norton & Norton Lees

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Norton & Norton Lees.

Data Sources

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