Armitage Road is in Deepcar, Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S36 2PA 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 Armitage Road, Deepcar, Sheffield, S36 2PA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S36 2QT, S36 2SN, S36 2RQ, S36 2PL, S36 2QG, S36 2RX, S36 2PW, S36 2PX, S36 2PJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S36 2PA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.2% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.8% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 28% | 34.8% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 47.5% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 3.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 9.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 6.8% | -4.0% | 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 | 40.1% | 40.3% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 33% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 15% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 7.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 4% | 3.0% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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.
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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.8% | 20.8% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 10.9% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 17.2% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 7.2% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 19.5% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 21.7% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 92.3% | 98.9% | 6.6% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 96.5% | 98.5% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 98.2% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.4% | 76.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Armitage Road was 143.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 148.8% higher than the Penistone East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Armitage Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 125 local areas in Penistone East and the 193rd highest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Armitage Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2025-07-28 | £124,100 |
| 17 Armitage Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2025-03-19 | £170,315 |
| 29 Armitage Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2025-03-07 | £140,948 |
| 39 Armitage Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2025-01-13 | £133,554 |
| 21 Armitage Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-03-17 | £137,305 |
S36 2PA 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royd Nursery and Infant School Carr Road , Deepcar S36 2PR | 3out of 4 | 444 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 | 525 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stocksbridge Junior School Cedar Road , Stocksbridge S36 1AS | 4out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ann's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy McIntyre Road , Stocksbridge S36 1DG | 3out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stocksbridge Nursery Infant School Pot House Lane , Stocksbridge S36 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,037 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stocksbridge Golf Club | Stocksbridge And District Golf Club, 30 Royd Lane | 678 yd | |
| Ascona Retail Ltd | Deepcar Service Station, 74 Manchester Road | 756 yd | |
| Costa | 1 Ford House, 4 Fox Valley Way | 768 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Sandersons, 15 Joseph Hayward House | 915 yd | |
| Raffina Coffee and Deli | Joseph Hayward House, 2 Fox Valley Way | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Anns Catholic Social Club | St Anns Church Hall, Haywood Lane | 436 yd | |
| Pen Nook | 16 Helliwell Lane | 611 yd | |
| King And Miller Tavern | 4 Manchester Road | 954 yd | |
| Legionnaires Club | Stocksbridge Legionnaires Club, Edward Street | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flames | 58 Lee Avenue | 246 yd | |
| Ni Hao | 46 Lee Avenue | 316 yd | |
| Lees House | 35-37 Manchester Road | 883 yd | |
| Sweet Panda | 461 Manchester Road | 992 yd | |
| Shelley's Fish & Chips | 2 Victoria Road | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | 445-451 Manchester Road | 842 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Deepcar St Johns Ce Junior School ST. MARGARET AVENUE | grass pitches | 415 yd |
| Bracken Moor Sports Club (Stocksbridge Cricket Club) BRACKEN MOOR SPORTS CLUB BRACKEN MOOR SPORTS CLUB BRACKEN MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Stocksbridge Park Steels Fc (Look Local Stadium) BRACKEN MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| Stocksbridge Park Steels Fc (Site 2) BRACKEN MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 538 yd |
| Stocksbridge And District Golf Club Royd Lane | golf | 700 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 | 47.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 47.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 47.3% |
| 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 | 31.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.