New Smithy Drive is in Thurlstone, Sheffield and in Barnsley district. S36 9RS is located in the Penistone West 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 New Smithy Drive, Thurlstone, Sheffield, S36 9RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S36 9RL, S36 9RN, S36 9QH, S36 9QZ, S36 9RD, S36 9QR, S36 9RY, S36 9RH, S36 9QY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S36 9RS is primarily male, with 53.5% 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 | 47.8% | 46.5% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 52.2% | 53.5% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
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 | 23.6% | 25.8% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 47.9% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 15.8% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.4% | 30.3% | -14.1% | 48.4% | -18.1% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 39.4% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 22% | 7.8% | 12.7% | 9.3% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 6.4% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.7% | 26.8% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 14.4% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 8.8% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.2% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 14.9% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 27.3% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.6% | 96.8% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 97.8% | 99.1% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 99.1% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 9.8% | -9.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Smithy Drive was 37.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.6% lower than the Penistone West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Smithy Drive has the 15th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Penistone West and the 163rd lowest crime rate of 841 local areas in Barnsley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 104.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 New Smithy Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-01-19 | £196,637 |
| 12 New Smithy Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2023-08-11 | £184,145 |
| 17 New Smithy Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-06-02 | £258,405 |
| 29 New Smithy Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-11-18 | £152,500 |
| 18 New Smithy Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-06-24 | £144,173 |
S36 9RS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S36 9RS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurlstone Primary School Royd Moor Road , Thurlstone S36 9RD | 4out of 4 | 202 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millhouse Primary School Lea Lane , Millhouse Green S36 9LN | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penistone St John's Voluntary Aided Primary School High Street , Penistone S36 6BS | 4out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springvale Primary School Sheffield Road , Penistone S36 6HJ | 3out of 4 | 2,928 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoylandswaine Primary School Haigh Lane , Hoylandswaine S36 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 3,657 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penistone Grammar School Huddersfield Road , Penistone S36 7BX | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of Thai at The Hunstman | The Huntsman, 136 Manchester Road | 306 yd | |
| Ti Amo Italian Restaurant | 13 Thurlstone Road | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Palace Hotel | Crystal Palace Hotel, Towngate | 222 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Place | 95 Manchester Road | 185 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penistone Leisure Centre (Closed) Thurlstone Road | health and fitness suite | 996 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 61.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.