Sheffield Road is in Chesterfield and in Chesterfield district. S41 8LE is located in the Whittington Moor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chesterfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, S41 8LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S41 8RT, S41 8RP, S41 8RS, S41 8RU, S41 8SD, S41 8SE, S41 8RW, S41 7JA, S41 8SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S41 8LE is primarily male, with 53.3% 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 | 41.9% | 46.7% | 4.8% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 58.1% | 53.3% | -4.8% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around S41 8LE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.5% | 58.8% | 8.3% | 37.9% | 20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.3% | 19.2% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -25.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 15.1% | 15.8% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 1.7% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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 (69.9%) 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 | 37.3% | 33.7% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -14.7% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 36.2% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 20.4% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 7.1% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 12.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 24.3% | 0.6% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 13.6% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.6% | 22.6% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 9.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 5.6% | -1.9% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 19.2% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 12.4% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -21.4% |
| Other | 7% | 2.3% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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 | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.5% | 91.5% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 87.6% 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 | 94.5% | 87.6% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 7% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 87.1% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 5.9% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 3.5% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 4.5% | 0.9% | 3.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.7% | 37.2% | 16.5% |
| Christian | 36.8% | 46.2% | -9.4% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sheffield Road was 351.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 323.3% higher than the Brockwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sheffield Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Brockwell and the 24th highest crime rate of 357 local areas in Chesterfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 160.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 374 Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £76,700 | 2024-02-15 | £83,876 |
| 382 Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-01-26 | £115,228 |
| 386 Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-01-26 | £80,102 |
| 382 Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2023-04-14 | £65,967 |
| 380 Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2020-01-21 | £92,776 |
S41 8LE area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 10% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Retired | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church CofE Primary School Tapton View Road , Stonegravels S41 7JU | 3out of 4 | 665 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Hall Primary School Highfield Hall Primary School, Highfield Lane , S41 8AZ | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbold CofE Primary School Cranborne Road , Newbold S41 8PF | 3out of 4 | 938 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy Scarsdale Road , Whittington Moor S41 8NF | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Junior School Edmund Street , Newbold Moor S41 8TD | 3out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Newbold Highfield Lane , Newbold S41 8BA | 3out of 4 | 524 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Newbold Road , Upper Newbold S41 8AG | 4out of 4 | 1,742 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittington Green School High Street , Old Whittington S41 9LG | 2out of 4 | 2,509 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Community School Boythorpe Avenue , Boythorpe S40 2NS | 3out of 4 | 2,894 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Community School Chatsworth Road , S40 3NS | 2out of 4 | 3,953 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield College Infirmary Road , S41 7NG | - not rated | 1,578 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holly House Special School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | 2out of 4 | 2,443 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Croft School Ashgate Road , S40 4BN | 4out of 4 | 2,529 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter & St Paul School Brambling House , Hady Hill S41 0EF | - not rated | 2,667 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield Hospital School Knightingale Red Ward , Chesterfield North Derbyshire Hospital S44 5BL | - not rated | 2,936 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| North East Derbyshire Support Centre The Green , Hasland S41 0LN | 2out of 4 | 4,444 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesters Den/Cafe @ the HUB | The Hub at Technique Stadium, 1866 Sheffield Road | 107 yd | |
| Chesterfield Football Club (Technique Stadium) | The Hub at the Proact Stadium, 1866 Sheffield Road | 120 yd | |
| Ruby & Chaat | The Batch House, The Glass Yard | 130 yd | |
| Scaravilli Pasta Lab | The Batch House The Glass Yard, Sheffield Road | 177 yd | |
| Subway (Unit 1) | Tesco Extra, Lockoford Lane | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Glassworks | 388 Sheffield Road, Whittington Moor | 41 yd | |
| The Hop Lamp | The Batch House, The Glass Yard, Sheffield Road | 98 yd | |
| Miners Arms | 62 Sanforth Street | 184 yd | |
| Donkey Derby | The Donkey Derby Public House, Sheffield Road | 193 yd | |
| The Beer Parlour | 1 King Street North | 520 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deli-ish | 386 Sheffield Road, Whittington Moor | 21 yd | |
| CSBH Ltd - Niko Niko | The Batch House The Glass Yard, Sheffield Road | 177 yd | |
| The Fresh Food to Go Kitchen/ Samsworth Bros | Tesco Extra, Lockoford Lane | 192 yd | |
| Greggs (Sheffield Road) | Unit A, 450 Sheffield Road | 323 yd | |
| New Dragon Inn | 355 Sheffield Road, Whittington Moor | 380 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 358 Sheffield Road, Whittington Moor | 163 yd | |
| Iceland (Sheffield Rd) | 360 Sheffield Road, Whittington Moor | 182 yd | |
| Aldi Foodstore | Lockoford Road | 192 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Tesco Extra, Lockoford Lane | 192 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Rother Way | 698 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Places Gym (Chesterfield) SHEFFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 99 yd |
| Chesterfield Fc (Proact Stadium) SHEFFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 125 yd |
| The Hub THE HUB EAST STAND THE HUB EAST STAND SHEFFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 215 yd |
| Stand Road Park STAND ROAD | grass pitches | 455 yd |
| Chesterfield Panthers Rugby Club (Closed) Sheffield Road | grass pitches | 637 yd |
| Outwood Academy Newbold HIGHFIELD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 641 yd |
| Christ Church C Of E Primary School Tapton View Road | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Body Progress Gymnasium (Closed) Pottery Lane East | health and fitness suite | 783 yd |
| Lifestyles (Chesterfield) (Closed) Station Road | health and fitness suite | 835 yd |
| Highfield Recreation Ground HIGHFIELD RECREATION GROUND HIGHFIELD RECREATION GROUND HIGHFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 846 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.