Dyke Vale Close is in Hackenthorpe, Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S12 4EN is located in the Birley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sheffield South East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dyke Vale Close, Hackenthorpe, Sheffield, S12 4EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S12 4EB, S12 4EL, S12 4EE, S12 4EP, S12 4EZ, S12 4ES, S12 4HP, S12 4EQ, S12 4EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S12 4EN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44% | 47.7% | 3.7% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 56% | 52.3% | -3.7% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around S12 4EN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.6% | 47.4% | 11.8% | 37.9% | 9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 34.9% | -10.8% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9% | 7.4% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.5% | 45.9% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 31% | 36% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 12.4% | -5.7% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 6% | 5.4% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around S12 4EN this area, 28.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 28.3% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 11.6% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.3% | 13.9% | -8.4% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 8.1% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 19.1% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.9% | 17.3% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 6.4% | 1.7% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.4% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97% | 95.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.9% | 37.2% | 23.7% |
| Christian | 28% | 46.2% | -18.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dyke Vale Close was 117.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.2% higher than the Beighton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dyke Vale Close has the 46th highest crime rate of 159 local areas in Beighton and the 517th highest crime rate of 1,696 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Dyke Vale Close, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2016-05-27 | £137,168 |
| 12 Dyke Vale Close, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2015-05-28 | £149,784 |
| 2 Dyke Vale Close, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £84,525 | 2010-12-23 | £158,691 |
| 12 Dyke Vale Close, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,050 | 2004-09-10 | £152,554 |
| 4 Dyke Vale Close, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £32,950 | 1999-10-04 | £159,033 |
S12 4EN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birley Nursery School Thornbridge Avenue , S12 3AB | - not rated | 1,556 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Catholic Primary School Springwater Avenue , Hackenthorpe S12 4HJ | - not rated | 274 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Primary, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Spring Water Avenue , Hackenthorpe S12 4HJ | 3out of 4 | 274 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birley Spa Primary Academy Jermyn Crescent , Hackenthorpe S12 4QE | 2out of 4 | 379 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birley Spa Community Primary School Jermyn Crescent , Hackenthorpe S12 4QE | - not rated | 379 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hackenthorpe Village Infant School Beighton Road , Hackenthorpe S12 4LR | - not rated | 658 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birley Middle School Thornbridge Avenue , Birley S12 3AB | - not rated | 1,556 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbrooke Middle School Richmond Road , S13 8LT | - not rated | 2,408 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Charnock Hall Middle School Carter Hall Road , S12 3HS | - not rated | 2,664 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Athelstan Middle School Richmond Park Drive , S13 8HH | - not rated | 3,053 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prince Edward Middle School City Road , S12 2AA | - not rated | 3,530 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carter Lodge School Beighton Road , Hackenthorpe S12 4LQ | - not rated | 988 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Stradbroke Road , S13 8SS | - not rated | 1,503 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The City School Stradbroke Road , S13 8SS | - not rated | 1,503 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Birley Academy Birley Lane , S12 3BP | - not rated | 1,621 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birley Community College Birley Lane , S12 3BP | - not rated | 1,621 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becton School Sevenairs Road , Beighton S20 1NZ | - not rated | 2,439 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfisher Academy Sevenairs Road , Beighton S20 1NZ | 3out of 4 | 2,439 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stradbroke Tertiary College Spinkhill Drive , S13 8FD | - not rated | 2,818 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Handsworth Christian School 231 Handsworth Road , Handsworth S13 9BJ | - not rated | 3,375 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Spring Lane Centre Spring Lane College , Standhouse Centre S2 1HX | - not rated | 3,880 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katie's Kafe | 41-43 Spa View Road | 305 yd | |
| Georgie's Kitchen | 108-112 Birley Spa Lane | 383 yd | |
| Tropics Caribbean Cuisine | 122 Birley Spa Lane | 425 yd | |
| Hackenthorpe Lunch Club | Hackenthorpe Community Centre, 12 Four Wells Drive | 490 yd | |
| Momma Zo's | 154 Birley Spa Lane | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Plover | Spa View Road | 305 yd | |
| Sportsman Inn | Sportsman Inn, Main Street | 726 yd | |
| Jack in a Box | 115-117 Silkstone Road | 789 yd | |
| Woodhouse Westend WMC Ltd | Woodhouse West End Working Mens Club, 149 Sheffield Road | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masala Express | 106 Birley Spa Lane | 378 yd | |
| Bens Pizza | Former 112, Birley Spa Lane | 394 yd | |
| Chilli Chickanoz | 126 Birley Spa Lane | 425 yd | |
| Oakhouse Fisheries | 118 Birley Spa Lane | 425 yd | |
| Sizzlers | 124 Birley Spa Lane | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M+S Convenience Shop | 41-43 Spa View Road | 305 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy SPRING WATER AVENUE | grass pitches | 285 yd |
| Birley Spa Primary School JERMYN CRESCENT | grass pitches | 410 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 30.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.