Avisford Road is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S5 8LA 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 Avisford Road, Sheffield, S5 8LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S5 8LB, S5 8LN, S5 8LH, S5 8LG, S5 8LZ, S5 8GW, S5 8LS, S5 8NS, S5 8LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S5 8LA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 53.1% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 46.9% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 33.2% | 41.3% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 40.8% | -9.0% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 10% | 8% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.5% | 38.1% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 34.9% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 20.2% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 10.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.1% | 27.8% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 11.6% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 18.2% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 9.1% | 5.8% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 17.2% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.8% | 10.6% | -2.2% | 33.8% | -23.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 5.1% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| White | 93.5% | 86.6% | -6.9% | 81.4% | 5.2% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.6% | 96.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.6% | 76.7% | -6.1% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 27.8% | 13.5% | 14.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.8% | 37.2% | 20.6% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Avisford Road was 91.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.9% lower than the Firth Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Avisford Road has the 46th lowest crime rate of 105 local areas in Firth Park and the 682nd highest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Avisford Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-07-27 | £215,417 |
| 35 Avisford Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2023-01-06 | £214,555 |
| 49 Avisford Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-09-30 | £169,856 |
| 19 Avisford Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2021-06-04 | £156,685 |
| 29 Avisford Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2019-08-08 | £205,971 |
S5 8LA 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 | 65 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Owen Nursery School 1-7 the Pavement , Duke Street S2 5QD | 3out of 4 | 5,275 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomhall Nursery School 4 Broomhall Road , S10 2DN | 4out of 4 | 5,401 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parson Cross Church of England Primary School Halifax Road , Wadsley Bridge S6 1LB | 3out of 4 | 207 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meynell Community Primary School Meynell Road , S5 8GN | 2out of 4 | 538 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fox Hill Primary Keats Road , S6 1AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillsborough Primary School Parkside Road , S6 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,244 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southey Green Primary School and Nurseries Crowder Avenue , S5 7QG | 3out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,028 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood E-Act Academy Longley Avenue West , S5 8UL | 3out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewlands Academy Creswick Lane , S35 8NN | 1out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forge Valley School Wood Lane , S6 5HG | 3out of 4 | 3,163 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Firth Park Academy Fircroft Avenue , S5 0SD | 3out of 4 | 3,633 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 | 2,955 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapeltown Academy Hydra Business Park , Nether Lane S35 9ZX | - not rated | 4,625 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astrea Academy Sheffield Andover Street , S3 9BE | - not rated | 3,720 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinde House 2-16 School Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | 3out of 4 | 4,584 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,671 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holgate Meadows School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | 3out of 4 | 2,151 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethany School Finlay Street , S3 7PS | - not rated | 4,119 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Sheffield Western Bank , S10 2TN | - not rated | 4,633 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield Hallam University City Campus , Pond Street S1 1WB | - not rated | 5,226 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunelm (Soft Furnishings Ltd) | Unit 4 Kilner Way Retail Park, Kilner Way | 200 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | White Horse Inn, 104 Halifax Road | 202 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 3B Kilner Retail Park, Kilner Way | 207 yd | |
| Buzz Bingo Sheffield Wadsley | 1 Kilner Way | 314 yd | |
| Buccaneer's Bay | Unit 4, Foxhill Industrial Estate, Baxter Road | 518 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wadsley Bridge WMC & Institute | The Grange, Halifax Road | 352 yd | |
| Pheasant Inn | 30 Trafalgar Road | 406 yd | |
| The Railway Hotel | 19 Penistone Road North | 451 yd | |
| New Bridge Inn | 4 Penistone Road North | 464 yd | |
| The Forty Foot | The Forty Foot, Wordsworth Avenue | 528 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today's Catch | 4 Southey Green Road | 133 yd | |
| Pizza Central | 102 Halifax Road | 158 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 92 Halifax Road | 160 yd | |
| Rasheeds | 126 Halifax Road | 235 yd | |
| New Taj Mahal | 82 Halifax Road | 235 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK Ltd | 170 Halifax Road | 202 yd | |
| One Stop | 90 Halifax Road | 235 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Former 1, Kilner Way | 247 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Wordsworth Avenue | 444 yd | |
| Co-op Convenience Store | 261-263 Southey Green Road | 636 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cookson Park WORDSWORTH AVENUE | cycling, grass pitches | 407 yd |
| Meynell Primary School MEYNELL ROAD | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Better Gym Sheffield PENISTONE ROAD NORTH | health and fitness suite | 532 yd |
| Jubilee Sports & Social Club (Sheffield Rangers) JUBILEE SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB JUBILEE SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB CLAY WHEELS LANE | grass pitches | 856 yd |
| Niagara Conference And Leisure Centre NIAGARA ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 860 yd |
| Flex Fitness (Closed) 3-5 3-5 Southey Hill | health and fitness suite | 889 yd |
| Parkwood E-Act Academy LONGLEY AVENUE WEST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 961 yd |
| Chaucer School WORDSWORTH AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,050 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% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.