Eastern Crescent is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S2 2GF is located in the Park and Arbourthorne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sheffield, Heeley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Eastern Crescent, Sheffield, S2 2GF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S2 2GS, S2 2GQ, S2 2AA, S2 2GE, S2 3QB, S2 3WL, S2 3WP, S2 2BL, S2 3LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S2 2GF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 52.4% | 49.7% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 50.3% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 40.9% | 41.5% | 0.6% | 37.9% | 3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.9% | 33.1% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -11.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 11.3% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 7.7% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 37% | 41.8% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 36.2% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 15.3% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 6.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 S2 2GF this area, 31.5% 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 12.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.3% | 31.5% | -14.8% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 12.6% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 17.5% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 16.8% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 12.6% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -21.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.5% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 3.1% |
| White | 90.4% | 72.9% | -17.5% | 81.4% | -8.5% |
| Arab | 2.9% | 11.3% | 8.4% | 0.6% | 10.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 81.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 81.5% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 11.8% | 9.9% | 5.6% | 6.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 81.5% | -10.3% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 9% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.6% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 35% | 46.2% | -11.2% |
| Muslim | 13% | 6.5% | 6.5% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eastern Crescent was 142.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.3% higher than the Park and Arbourthorne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eastern Crescent has the 9th highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Park and Arbourthorne and the 416th highest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Eastern Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-03-19 | £98,573 |
| 39 Eastern Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-01-10 | £149,566 |
| 18 Eastern Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2023-07-06 | £212,818 |
| 14 Eastern Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2022-05-31 | £160,996 |
| 4 Eastern Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2022-02-25 | £176,143 |
The percentage of student residents living in S2 2GF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 34 |
| Retired | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Owen Nursery School 1-7 the Pavement , Duke Street S2 5QD | 3out of 4 | 2,674 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomhall Nursery School 4 Broomhall Road , S10 2DN | 4out of 4 | 3,136 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbourthorne Community Primary School Eastern Avenue , S2 2GQ | 3out of 4 | 234 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norfolk Community Primary School Guildford Avenue , S2 2PJ | 2out of 4 | 775 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bankwood Community Primary School Bankwood Close , S14 1LW | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anns Grove Primary School Anns Road , S2 3DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,306 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carfield Primary School Argyle Close , S8 9HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Springs Academy Hurlfield Road , S12 2SF | 3out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Catholic High School Granville Road , S2 2RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield Secondary School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Sheffield City Centre 111 Matilda Street , S1 4QF | 3out of 4 | 2,220 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield Park Academy Beaumont Road North , S2 1SN | 3out of 4 | 2,971 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sheffield College , Granville Road S2 2RL | - not rated | 1,747 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astrea Academy Sheffield Andover Street , S3 9BE | - not rated | 4,204 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Don Valley Leeds Road , S9 3TY | 3out of 4 | 4,658 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Inclusion Centre Spring Lane , S2 2JQ | 2out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heritage Park School Norfolk Park Road , S2 2RU | 2out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seven Hills School Granville Road , S2 2RJ | 4out of 4 | 1,655 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Specialist School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archdale School Archdale Road , S2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earl Marshall | 291 East Bank Road | 549 yd | |
| Lemongrass Thai Street Food Extra | Guildford Grange, Guildford View | 680 yd | |
| Dukes in the Park | Centre In The Park, Norfolk Heritage Park, Guildford Avenue | 907 yd | |
| Heeley and Meersbrook Allotment Society | Meersbrook Allotment Gardens, Meersbrook Road | 1,003 yd | |
| Arbourthorne Community Church | 600 East Bank Road | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackstock Pub | 619 Gleadless Road | 533 yd | |
| Olive Grove Sports Club | The Sheffield Works Department Sports And Social Club, Heeley Bank Road | 1,044 yd | |
| The Victoria | 203 Gleadless Road | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mehr's Masala & Pizza City & Kamz N Samz | 454 East Bank Road | 365 yd | |
| Lotus House | 458 East Bank Road | 365 yd | |
| Newfield Fish Bar | 547 Gleadless Road | 483 yd | |
| Hammonds | 519 Gleadless Road | 483 yd | |
| Wah Sing Take Away | 366 Myrtle Road | 592 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa | 503-505 Gleadless Road | 447 yd | |
| Co-operative | 505 Gleadless Road | 483 yd | |
| Go Local Covenience Store | 140 Northern Avenue | 845 yd | |
| The Cooperative | 137 Northern Avenue | 847 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | 282-292 Gleadless Road | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arbourthorne Community Primary School EASTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 211 yd |
| Arbourthorne Playing Fields EASTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Springs Leisure Centre EAST BANK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 998 yd |
| St Aidans Playing Fields GUILDFORD RISE | grass pitches | 1,001 yd |
| Centre In The Park GUILDFORD AVENUE | 1,023 yd | |
| Sheffield Works Department Sports And Social Club HEELEY BANK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,090 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 | 86.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.