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Southey

England / Yorkshire and The Humber / Sheffield / Southey

About

Southey ward is located in the northern part of Sheffield, covering residential areas such as Southey Green, Longley, and Parsons Cross. The ward is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some social housing. Green spaces like Parson Cross Park and Longley Park provide recreational areas for residents.

The area has local amenities including shops, schools, and community centres, serving the needs of its population. Public transport links connect Southey to Sheffield city centre and surrounding areas. The ward has a strong sense of community, with various initiatives and groups working to support local residents.

Area overview

On average Southey has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 131 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 39.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southey is £30,654 per year. There are 9 schools in Southey: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
131
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
39.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Southey Population
20,638
Population density
4,296 per km²

Demographics

British
17,436
84.48%
Other White
658
3.19%
African
589
2.85%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
400
1.94%
Other Asian
233
1.13%
Total population: 20,638

Housing

Social rents from council
3,310
37.4%
Owns with a mortgage
2,173
24.55%
Owns outright
2,102
23.75%
Private landlord or letting agency
797
9.01%
Other social rented
310
3.5%
Total households: 8,850

Property prices in Southey

Based on 138 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Southey area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £400,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£256,500
Flats10£115,500
Semi-Detached87£169,000
Terraced36£143,500

10 years price trend in Southey

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Data Sources

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