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Westfield & Waterthorpe

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About

Westfield & Waterthorpe is a residential area in the southeast of Sheffield, close to the city’s border with Rotherham. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Local amenities include a small shopping precinct on Westfield Northway, offering convenience stores, takeaways, and a pharmacy. The nearby Crystal Peaks shopping centre provides a wider range of retail and leisure options.

Transport links are well-served, with the A57 and A618 connecting the area to Sheffield city centre and Rotherham. Waterthorpe Greenway offers a green space for walking and cycling, while Westfield School serves the local community. The area is practical for families and commuters, with a focus on affordability and accessibility rather than tourist attractions or nightlife.

Area overview

On average Westfield & Waterthorpe has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Westfield & Waterthorpe is £33,300 per year. There are 6 schools in Westfield & Waterthorpe: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
114
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
27.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Westfield & Waterthorpe Population
8,418
Population density
2,944 per km²

Demographics

British
7,694
91.39%
Other White
153
1.82%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
103
1.22%
African
70
0.83%
Caribbean
54
0.64%
Total population: 8,419

Housing

Owns outright
1,422
35.47%
Social rents from council
1,051
26.22%
Owns with a mortgage
985
24.57%
Private landlord or letting agency
299
7.46%
Other social rented
166
4.14%
Total households: 4,009

Property prices in Westfield & Waterthorpe

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £170,000 in Westfield & Waterthorpe area, with individual transactions ranging from £63,787 up to £580,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached19£262,000
Semi-Detached16£177,500
Terraced23£152,500

10 years price trend in Westfield & Waterthorpe

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Data Sources

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