Buchanan Crescent is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S5 8AJ is located in the Southey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Buchanan Crescent, Sheffield, S5 8AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S5 8AB, S5 9LP, S5 8BT, S5 8AF, S5 8AA, S5 8AH, S5 9PD, S5 8AW, S5 8AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S5 8AJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents 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 | 49.5% | 49.2% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.8% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 S5 8AJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.4% 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 | 39.6% | 50.4% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.2% | 26.7% | -12.5% | 44.2% | -17.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 6.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 13% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 8% | 3.8% | -4.2% | 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 (70.6%) 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 | 35.8% | 38.7% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 31.9% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 20.8% | 17.8% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 8.4% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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.
In the area around S5 8AJ this area, 37.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 12.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.2% | 37.1% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 18.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 15.9% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 18.2% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 10.6% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.6% | 12.1% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -21.7% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 4.7% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.7% | 80.6% | -11.1% | 81.4% | -0.8% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 98.2% | 91.6% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 91.6% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.9% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.8% | 76.7% | -15.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 34.9% | 13.5% | 21.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64% | 37.2% | 26.8% |
| Christian | 25.9% | 46.2% | -20.3% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buchanan Crescent was 331.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 179.1% higher than the Firth Park average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Buchanan Crescent has the 7th highest crime rate of 105 local areas in Firth Park and the 109th highest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 117.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Buchanan Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £49,000 | 2004-05-28 | £111,110 |
| 94 Buchanan Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2004-03-29 | £88,010 |
| 112 Buchanan Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £26,750 | 2003-08-04 | £73,315 |
| 118 Buchanan Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £25,500 | 2003-01-20 | £78,943 |
| 102 Buchanan Crescent, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £26,000 | 2002-09-06 | £89,192 |
| Full-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mansel Primary Chaucer Road , Sheffield A S5 9QN | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meynell Community Primary School Meynell Road , S5 8GN | 2out of 4 | 844 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southey Green Primary School and Nurseries Crowder Avenue , S5 7QG | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Hill Primary Keats Road , S6 1AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parson Cross Church of England Primary School Halifax Road , Wadsley Bridge S6 1LB | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaucer School Wordsworth Avenue , S5 8NH | 2out of 4 | 433 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewlands Academy Creswick Lane , S35 8NN | 1out of 4 | 983 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood E-Act Academy Longley Avenue West , S5 8UL | 3out of 4 | 1,821 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Firth Park Academy Fircroft Avenue , S5 0SD | 3out of 4 | 2,590 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ecclesfield School Chapeltown Road , Ecclesfield S35 9WD | 1out of 4 | 3,362 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longley Park Sixth Form Horninglow Road , S5 6SG | - not rated | 2,265 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapeltown Academy Hydra Business Park , Nether Lane S35 9ZX | - not rated | 3,270 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinde House 2-16 School Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | 3out of 4 | 3,660 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Astrea Academy Sheffield Andover Street , S3 9BE | - not rated | 4,263 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Don Valley Leeds Road , S9 3TY | 3out of 4 | 5,410 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolley Wood School Chaucer Road , S5 9QN | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holgate Meadows School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | 3out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethany School Finlay Street , S3 7PS | - not rated | 5,045 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corner Cafe | 283 Buchanan Road | 353 yd | |
| Eurest/Asda Cafe | Asda Stores Limited, Chaucer Road | 451 yd | |
| Mount Tabor | Mount Tabor Methodist Church, Wordsworth Avenue | 485 yd | |
| Cobs + Crumbs | 37 Margetson Crescent | 568 yd | |
| Georges | 143 Chaucer Road | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colley WMC | Flat Over, Colley Working Mens Club, 2 Margetson Road | 332 yd | |
| Wordsworth Tavern | Wordsworth Tavern, Wordsworth Avenue | 652 yd | |
| Chaucer Social Club | 100 Chaucer Close | 721 yd | |
| The Beagle | The Beagle, Knutton Crescent | 746 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nayabs | 263-265 Buchanan Road | 329 yd | |
| Seriously Smokin | 267 Buchanan Road | 329 yd | |
| Tracy's Kitchen | 267 Buchanan Road | 329 yd | |
| Sanco's Pizza | 281 Buchanan Road | 329 yd | |
| Little Lou's Fish + Chips | 49 Margetson Crescent | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Limited | Chaucer Road | 536 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adlington Road Playing Fields (Closed) Adlington Road | grass pitches | 328 yd |
| Chaucer School WORDSWORTH AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 514 yd |
| Parson Cross Park DEERLANDS AVENUE | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Sheffield College Monteney Site (Closed) | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Colley Sports Centre (Closed) Remington Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 788 yd |
| Mansel Primary School CHAUCER ROAD | grass pitches | 872 yd |
| Mansel Primary School (Closed) Mansel Crescent | grass pitches | 896 yd |
| Meynell Primary School MEYNELL ROAD | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Flex Fitness (Closed) 3-5 3-5 Southey Hill | health and fitness suite | 1,009 yd |
| Yewlands Technology College (Closed) Creswick Lane | grass pitches | 1,045 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.