Longley Avenue West is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S5 8UL 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 Longley Avenue West, Sheffield, S5 8UL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S5 8TN, S5 8UG, S5 8TT, S5 8TR, S5 8QS, S5 8UE, S5 8TU, S5 8TF, S5 8TS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S5 8UL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 49.3% | 53.6% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 50.7% | 46.4% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 8UL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.9% 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 | 45.7% | 47.9% | 2.2% | 37.9% | 10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.2% | 30.5% | -0.7% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 15% | 12% | -3.0% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 4.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.9% | 48.3% | 9.4% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 28.8% | 2.1% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 22.6% | 15.7% | -6.9% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 10% | 5.9% | -4.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 8UL this area, 38.1% 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 12.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.3% | 38.1% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 19.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 8.3% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.2% | 10.7% | 1.5% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 17.9% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 12.5% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -21.3% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 3.8% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 13.9% | 12.1% | 2.5% | 11.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 3.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 84.2% | 67.6% | -16.6% | 81.4% | -13.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Other | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
In this area, 83.5% 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 | 95.9% | 83.5% | -12.4% | 83.2% | 0.3% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 5.1% | 4.6% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 8% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 5.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 3% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 83.2% | -12.7% | 83.2% | 0.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8% | 8.0% | 9.8% | -1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.4% | 76.7% | -11.3% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Muslim | 9.2% | 6.5% | 2.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longley Avenue West was 339.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.6% higher than the Burngreave average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Longley Avenue West has the 14th highest crime rate of 125 local areas in Burngreave and the 101st highest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 258.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300 Longley Avenue West, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-12-03 | £101,073 |
| 270 Longley Avenue West, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2020-04-03 | £69,437 |
| 290 Longley Avenue West, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2017-09-15 | £142,847 |
| 292 Longley Avenue West, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £63,500 | 2015-06-23 | £104,588 |
| 290 Longley Avenue West, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,500 | 2015-05-28 | £83,843 |
S5 8UL 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 | 35 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | 4,282 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomhall Nursery School 4 Broomhall Road , S10 2DN | 4out of 4 | 4,600 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Watermead Barrie Crescent , S5 8RJ | 4out of 4 | 563 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watercliffe Meadow Community Primary School Boynton Road , S5 7HL | 3out of 4 | 870 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| E-ACT Pathways Academy Raisen Hall Road , S5 7NA | 2out of 4 | 984 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 | 1,145 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southey Green Primary School and Nurseries Crowder Avenue , S5 7QG | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood E-Act Academy Longley Avenue West , S5 8UL | 3out of 4 | 59 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaucer School Wordsworth Avenue , S5 8NH | 2out of 4 | 1,639 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewlands Academy Creswick Lane , S35 8NN | 1out of 4 | 2,626 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Vale School Owler Lane , S4 8GB | 2out of 4 | 2,846 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forge Valley School Wood Lane , S6 5HG | 3out of 4 | 3,079 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 | 2,378 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapeltown Academy Hydra Business Park , Nether Lane S35 9ZX | - not rated | 4,955 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sheffield College , Granville Road S2 2RL | - not rated | 5,146 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,722 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinde House 2-16 School Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | 3out of 4 | 4,058 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Don Valley Leeds Road , S9 3TY | 3out of 4 | 4,622 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holgate Meadows School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | 3out of 4 | 1,947 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolley Wood School Chaucer Road , S5 9QN | 3out of 4 | 2,312 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethany School Finlay Street , S3 7PS | - not rated | 3,291 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Sheffield Western Bank , S10 2TN | - not rated | 3,854 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield Hallam University City Campus , Pond Street S1 1WB | - not rated | 4,264 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scraith Wood Tenants Association | Scraithwood Tara, 37 Scraith Wood Drive | 336 yd | |
| Bean & Gone | 250 Southey Green Road | 723 yd | |
| Longley 4G Community Centre | Southey Avenue | 780 yd | |
| Cafe Express | 7 Southey Hill | 783 yd | |
| Food Ranch | 10 Southey Hill | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Forty Foot | The Forty Foot, Wordsworth Avenue | 498 yd | |
| Southey Social Club | 170 Southey Green Road | 654 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirecliffe Fish Bar | 8 Teynham Road | 147 yd | |
| Taste of China | 10 Teynham Road | 147 yd | |
| The Plaice | 1a Southey Hill | 750 yd | |
| The Appletree | 415 Herries Road | 838 yd | |
| Beres Pork Shop | 413 Herries Road | 838 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Convenience Store | 261-263 Southey Green Road | 518 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Wordsworth Avenue | 660 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 407 Herries Road | 909 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkwood E-Act Academy LONGLEY AVENUE WEST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 87 yd |
| Shirecliffe Junior School (Closed) Penrith Road | grass pitches | 254 yd |
| Cookson Park WORDSWORTH AVENUE | cycling, grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Flex Fitness (Closed) 3-5 3-5 Southey Hill | health and fitness suite | 774 yd |
| Sheffield College (Hillsborough College) LIVESEY STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 999 yd |
| Hillsborough Leisure Centre HILLSBOROUGH LEISURE CENTRE HILLSBOROUGH LEISURE CENTRE BEULAH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,030 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 | 118.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.