Ford Lane is in Stocksbridge, Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S36 2BD is located in the Stocksbridge and Upper Don electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Penistone and Stocksbridge. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ford Lane, Stocksbridge, Sheffield, S36 2BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S36 2BT, S36 2BU, S36 2AA, S36 1DJ, S36 2DS, S36 2HA, S36 2DU, S36 1DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S36 2BD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 50.9% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.1% | 49.1% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 40.1% | 35.2% | -4.9% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.7% | 50.3% | 9.6% | 44.2% | 6.1% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 8.1% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52% | 56% | 4.0% | 48.4% | 7.6% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 29.6% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 10.6% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.3% | 13.3% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 9.8% | -7.9% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 13.9% | -7.4% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.2% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 19.7% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 36.7% | 17.2% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.7% | 2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 92.4% | -6.7% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.2% | 94.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 3% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.7% | 37.2% | 21.5% |
| Christian | 37.8% | 46.2% | -8.4% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ford Lane was 331.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 359.7% higher than the Stocksbridge and Upper Don average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Ford Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Stocksbridge and Upper Don and the 108th highest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Ford Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2007-11-30 | £499,402 |
| 42 Ford Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £25,000 | 2001-06-15 | £107,173 |
| 48 Ford Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £23,000 | 2001-05-18 | £102,044 |
| 50 Ford Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £20,000 | 1999-11-28 | £96,762 |
| 50 Ford Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £20,500 | 1998-11-16 | £107,361 |
S36 2BD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
S36 2BD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 138 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Ann's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy McIntyre Road , Stocksbridge S36 1DG | 3out of 4 | 844 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stocksbridge Nursery Infant School Pot House Lane , Stocksbridge S36 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stocksbridge Junior School Cedar Road , Stocksbridge S36 1AS | 4out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royd Nursery and Infant School Carr Road , Deepcar S36 2PR | 3out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Deepcar St John's Church of England Junior School St Margaret Avenue , Deepcar S36 2TE | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stocksbridge High School Shay House Lane , Stocksbridge S36 1FD | 2out of 4 | 814 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Ltd | Sandersons, 15 Joseph Hayward House | 87 yd | |
| Raffina Coffee and Deli | Joseph Hayward House, 2 Fox Valley Way | 87 yd | |
| Costa | 1 Ford House, 4 Fox Valley Way | 188 yd | |
| Coffee Apple Cafe | 508-510 Manchester Road | 256 yd | |
| Rajasthan Spice | 460 Manchester Road | 256 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legionnaires Club | Stocksbridge Legionnaires Club, Edward Street | 425 yd | |
| Friendship Hotel | The Friendship, 536 Manchester Road | 429 yd | |
| St Anns Catholic Social Club | St Anns Church Hall, Haywood Lane | 501 yd | |
| Red Grouse - Samuel Smith | The Red Grouse, Spink Hall Lane | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Fox Valley Way | 184 yd | |
| Posieden | 490 Manchester Road | 256 yd | |
| Sweet Panda | 461 Manchester Road | 258 yd | |
| Bengal Spice Stocksbridge Ltd | Unit 7 The Shopping Mall, Manchester Road | 339 yd | |
| Little Italy | 461a Manchester Road | 339 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 445-451 Manchester Road | 197 yd | |
| Coop Food Market | The Co-Operative Food, Johnson Street | 473 yd | |
| Aldi | 5 Ford House, Fox Valley Way | 525 yd | |
| Spar Supermarket | 93 Pot House Lane | 991 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stocksbridge Park Steels Fc (Look Local Stadium) BRACKEN MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| Stocksbridge Park Steels Fc (Site 2) BRACKEN MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| Stocksbridge High School MATHS & COMPUTING COLLEGE MATHS & COMPUTING COLLEGE SHAY HOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Bracken Moor Sports Club (Stocksbridge Cricket Club) BRACKEN MOOR SPORTS CLUB BRACKEN MOOR SPORTS CLUB BRACKEN MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Stocksbridge Rugby Social Club MANCHESTER ROAD | 817 yd | |
| Green Moor Sports Club GREEN MOOR SPORTS CLUB GREEN MOOR SPORTS CLUB HILL TOP LANE | grass pitches | 928 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.