Moorthorpe Way is in Owlthorpe, Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S20 6RA is located in the Beighton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sheffield South East. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moorthorpe Way, Owlthorpe, Sheffield, S20 6RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S20 6SD, S20 6SU, S20 6SF, S20 6RB, S20 6RY, S20 6SS, S20 6ST, S20 6RS, S20 6SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S20 6RA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.9% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.1% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 30.9% | 32% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 46.5% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 10.9% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 9.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 41.3% | 34.6% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -13.8% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 41.8% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 8.2% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 17.5% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 5.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.8% | 20.5% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 15.4% | 3.6% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 12.7% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 11.2% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 17% | 2.3% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.4% | 19.7% | 1.3% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 94.6% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 98.7% | 95.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 95.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorthorpe Way was 50.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.8% lower than the Beighton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Moorthorpe Way has the 56th lowest crime rate of 159 local areas in Beighton and the 631st lowest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Moorthorpe Way, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-07-04 | £421,810 |
| 2 Moorthorpe Way, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2021-03-12 | £326,447 |
| 8 Moorthorpe Way, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2020-12-04 | £340,694 |
| 10 Moorthorpe Way, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2012-09-17 | £419,915 |
| 18 Moorthorpe Way, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2012-04-11 | £338,562 |
S20 6RA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S20 6RA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Primary, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Spring Water Avenue , Hackenthorpe S12 4HJ | 3out of 4 | 618 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birley Spa Primary Academy Jermyn Crescent , Hackenthorpe S12 4QE | 3out of 4 | 730 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birley Primary Academy Thornbridge Avenue , Birley S12 3AB | 3out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Primary School Main Road , Ridgeway S12 3XR | 3out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rainbow Forge Primary Academy Beighton Road , Hackenthorpe S12 4LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,526 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 | 1,136 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Stradbroke Road , S13 8SS | 3out of 4 | 2,202 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield School Eckington Road , Sothall S20 1HQ | 1out of 4 | 3,371 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Handsworth Grange Community Sports College Handsworth Grange Road , Handsworth S13 9HJ | 4out of 4 | 3,589 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield Springs Academy Hurlfield Road , S12 2SF | 3out of 4 | 3,797 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,739 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archdale School Archdale Road , S2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 4,281 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Landmarks Littlemoor House , Littlemoor S21 4EF | - not rated | 4,459 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield Inclusion Centre Spring Lane , S2 2JQ | 2out of 4 | 4,905 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix School of Therapeutic Education 83 East Bank Road , S2 3PX | - not rated | 5,218 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 | 580 yd | |
| Fairway Inn | 9 Birley Lane | 791 yd | |
| Georgie's Kitchen | 108-112 Birley Spa Lane | 964 yd | |
| Tropics Caribbean Cuisine | 122 Birley Spa Lane | 987 yd | |
| Hackenthorpe Lunch Club | Hackenthorpe Community Centre, 12 Four Wells Drive | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Plover | Spa View Road | 580 yd | |
| Birley Wood Golf Course | Birley Wood Golf Course, Birley Lane | 792 yd | |
| Phoenix Inn | 2 High Lane, Ridgeway | 958 yd | |
| Sportsman Inn | Sportsman Inn, Main Street | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Loon Fung | 3 Birley Moor Crescent | 806 yd | |
| Masala Express | 106 Birley Spa Lane | 959 yd | |
| Bens Pizza | Former 112, Birley Spa Lane | 974 yd | |
| Oakhouse Fisheries | 118 Birley Spa Lane | 987 yd | |
| Sizzlers | 124 Birley Spa Lane | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M+S Convenience Shop | 41-43 Spa View Road | 580 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy SPRING WATER AVENUE | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Birley Wood Golf Course BIRLEY WOOD GOLF COURSE BIRLEY WOOD GOLF COURSE BIRLEY LANE | golf | 742 yd |
| Birley Spa Primary School JERMYN CRESCENT | grass pitches | 889 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 328.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 328.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.