Walkley is a residential area located northwest of Sheffield city center. It sits on a hillside, offering views across the city, and is bordered by Crookes, Hillsborough, and Upperthorpe. The area has a mix of Victorian terraced houses and more modern developments, with local amenities centered around South Road and Walkley Bank Road. Public transport links provide easy access to the city center and surrounding neighborhoods.
Walkley has a range of independent shops, cafes, and pubs, along with essential services like a library and medical center. Green spaces such as Walkley Bank Woods and Bole Hill Park offer outdoor recreation. The area has a strong community presence, with events and initiatives often organized by local groups. Its proximity to the University of Sheffield also attracts students, contributing to a varied demographic.
On average Walkley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Walkley is £45,200 per year. There are 3 schools in Walkley: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 162 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Walkley area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £460,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 8 | £357,500 |
| Flats | 13 | £153,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 31 | £252,000 |
| Terraced | 110 | £237,750 |
10 years price trend in Walkley
S62QU
Grouse Croft
S63RF
Cromwell Street
S63RU
Howard Road
S65AJ
Elliottville Street
S65BP
Bellhagg Road
S65BU
Parsonage Crescent
S65AD
Ibbotson Road
S65DD
Bole Hill Close
S101PF
Heavygate Road
S63TN
Greenhow Street
S65BA
Walkley Crescent Road
S65BJ
Parsonage Crescent
S65FF
Walkley
S62XR
Walkley Road
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South Road
S63TP
Greenhow Street
S101QE
Heavygate Road
S62PS
Lonsdale Road
S65AH
Walkley Bank Close
S65FY
Low Road
S101QB
Heavygate Road
S101QN
Northfield Avenue
S63TB
Hoole Street
S63TH
Bank House Road
S65BG
Lark Street
S65BQ
Fern Road
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Eastfield Road
S62XL
Freedom Road
S63TG
Fir Street
S65DE
Bole Hill Road
S65DJ
Bole Hill Road
S65DR
Cliffe Road
S62NF
Hammerton Close
S62PE
Limbrick Close
S65FB
Racker Way
S62RE
Walkley
S62XQ
Walkley Road
S63JP
Fulton Road
S63RG
Walkley Street
S62WX
Industry Street
S63TA
Fir Street
S65AG
Arnold Street
S65AN
Walkley Bank Road
S65BS
Bellhagg Road
S65DA
Bellhagg Road
S65DN
Walkley Terrace
S65AF
Arnold Street
S62NX
Walkley Lane
S62PL
Morley Street
S62XF
Palm Street
S65AL
Ibbotson Road
S63RQ
Matlock Road
S65AP
Walkley Bank Road
S65ED
Bole Hill Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.