Spa View Avenue is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S12 4HA 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 Spa View Avenue, Sheffield, S12 4HA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S12 4HE, S12 4HG, S12 4HH, S12 4PS, S12 4HB, S12 4HF, S12 4HN, S12 4PP, S12 4ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S12 4HA is primarily male, with 55.9% of the population 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 | 50.6% | 44.1% | -6.5% | 51.0% | -6.9% |
| Male | 49.4% | 55.9% | 6.5% | 49.0% | 6.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.7% | 38.7% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.7% | 38.2% | 4.5% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 16.8% | 14.5% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 5.4% | -7.9% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 39.8% | 45.5% | 5.7% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 31.5% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 15.3% | -6.3% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 4HA this area, 30.8% 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 14.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.9% | 30.8% | -12.1% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 11.4% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 13.5% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 8.1% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 20.5% | 13.9% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 14.1% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -19.7% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 5.1% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 3.5% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 87.6% | 90.7% | 3.1% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Arab | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 93.4% | 94.1% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 94.1% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 0.4% | -4.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spa View Avenue was 145.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.6% higher than the Beighton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spa View Avenue has the 32nd highest crime rate of 159 local areas in Beighton and the 408th highest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 112.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Spa View Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-04-13 | £196,705 |
| 20 Spa View Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £49,950 | 2000-08-11 | £212,131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birley Spa Primary Academy Jermyn Crescent , Hackenthorpe S12 4QE | 3out of 4 | 173 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Primary, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Spring Water Avenue , Hackenthorpe S12 4HJ | 3out of 4 | 435 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birley Primary Academy Thornbridge Avenue , Birley S12 3AB | 3out of 4 | 1,111 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhouse West Primary School Coisley Hill , S13 7BP | - not rated | 1,425 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainbow Forge Primary Academy Beighton Road , Hackenthorpe S12 4LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Birley Academy Birley Lane , S12 3BP | 2out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Stradbroke Road , S13 8SS | 3out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Handsworth Grange Community Sports College Handsworth Grange Road , Handsworth S13 9HJ | 4out of 4 | 3,111 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield Springs Academy Hurlfield Road , S12 2SF | 3out of 4 | 3,434 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Eckington Road , Sothall S20 1HQ | 1out of 4 | 3,595 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,803 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archdale School Archdale Road , S2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 3,794 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield Inclusion Centre Spring Lane , S2 2JQ | 2out of 4 | 4,489 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landmarks Littlemoor House , Littlemoor S21 4EF | - not rated | 4,971 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix School of Therapeutic Education 83 East Bank Road , S2 3PX | - not rated | 5,133 yd | Other independent special school | 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 | 96 yd | |
| Georgie's Kitchen | 108-112 Birley Spa Lane | 697 yd | |
| Tropics Caribbean Cuisine | 122 Birley Spa Lane | 736 yd | |
| Hackenthorpe Lunch Club | Hackenthorpe Community Centre, 12 Four Wells Drive | 786 yd | |
| Scowerdons Youth Club | Community Centre, Wickfield Grove | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Plover | Spa View Road | 96 yd | |
| Jack in a Box | 115-117 Silkstone Road | 772 yd | |
| Birley Wood Golf Course | Birley Wood Golf Course, Birley Lane | 894 yd | |
| Sportsman Inn | Sportsman Inn, Main Street | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masala Express | 106 Birley Spa Lane | 691 yd | |
| Bens Pizza | Former 112, Birley Spa Lane | 708 yd | |
| Oakhouse Fisheries | 118 Birley Spa Lane | 736 yd | |
| Sizzlers | 124 Birley Spa Lane | 736 yd | |
| Good Vogue | 110 Birley Spa Lane | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M+S Convenience Shop | 41-43 Spa View Road | 96 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 83C Birley Moor Road | 944 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 68 Birley Moor Road | 988 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy SPRING WATER AVENUE | grass pitches | 322 yd |
| Birley Spa Primary School JERMYN CRESCENT | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| Birley Wood Golf Course BIRLEY WOOD GOLF COURSE BIRLEY WOOD GOLF COURSE BIRLEY LANE | golf | 882 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 69.45 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 69.45 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.