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England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Sheffield

About

Sheffield is a city and metropolitan borough in South Yorkshire, part of the Yorkshire and The Humber region. It lies at the foothills of the Pennines, with the River Don and its tributaries flowing through the area. The city is known for its industrial heritage, particularly in steel production, which shaped its development during the 19th and 20th centuries.

Sheffield has a mix of urban and green spaces, with the Peak District National Park bordering its western edge. The city centre features a blend of modern and historic architecture, including the Winter Garden and the Cathedral Quarter. Universities and research institutions contribute to its economy, alongside manufacturing and technology sectors. Public transport includes trams and buses, connecting neighbourhoods like Ecclesall, Hillsborough, and Meersbrook.

Area overview

On average Sheffield has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 107 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sheffield is £40,601 per year. There are 196 schools in Sheffield: 136 primary (12 Outstanding and 108 Good) and 30 secondary (3 Outstanding and 20 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

107

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

21.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Sheffield Population

556,521

Population density

1,512.5 per km²

Demographics

British

414,698

74.52%

Pakistani

27,671

4.97%

Other White

19,971

3.59%

African

18,237

3.28%

Arab

8,956

1.61%

Total population: 556,523

Housing

Owns outright

71,903

31%

Owns with a mortgage

63,274

27.28%

Private landlord or letting agency

38,976

16.8%

Social rents from council

36,110

15.57%

Other social rented

16,224

6.99%

Total households: 231,948

Property prices in Sheffield

Based on 4,995 recent sales, the median property price is £217,500 in Sheffield area, with individual transactions ranging from £37,000 up to £2,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	812	£370,000	£205,000	£285,000	£515,000	£890,450
Flats	719	£140,000	£75,000	£110,000	£192,250	£321,990
Semi-Detached	1,820	£220,000	£125,000	£175,000	£305,000	£535,250
Terraced	1,644	£196,500	£95,000	£147,000	£255,000	£400,000

10 years price trend in Sheffield

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail