Loakfield Drive is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S5 9BA 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 Loakfield Drive, Sheffield, S5 9BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S5 9BB, S5 9AX, S5 9AW, S5 9AY, S5 9AS, S5 9AZ, S35 8QQ, S35 8QP, S5 9AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S5 9BA has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50% | 50% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 34.4% | 42% | 7.6% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 36.4% | -7.9% | 44.2% | -7.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.8% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9% | 12% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 8.8% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 40.2% | 41.7% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 35% | 35.1% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 16.6% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 6.6% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 9BA this area, 29.6% 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 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.4% | 29.6% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 12.8% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 15.2% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 9.6% | 6.7% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 13.6% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 16% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.2% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.7% | 94.9% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 99% | 97.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 97.3% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.7% | 37.2% | 14.5% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Loakfield Drive was 43.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.8% lower than the Firth Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Loakfield Drive has the 17th lowest crime rate of 102 local areas in Firth Park and the 567th lowest crime rate of 1,697 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Loakfield Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-12-11 | £198,645 |
| 5 Loakfield Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2024-02-07 | £173,423 |
| 2 Loakfield Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2021-07-27 | £211,905 |
| 15 Loakfield Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2017-09-29 | £201,403 |
| 11 Loakfield Drive, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,500 | 2017-07-14 | £164,917 |
S5 9BA 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 | 83 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary, A Voluntary Academy Creswick Lane , Grenoside S35 8NN | 3out of 4 | 526 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Creswick Lane , Grenoside S35 8NN | - not rated | 526 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansel Primary Chaucer Road , Sheffield A S5 9QN | 3out of 4 | 554 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansel First School Mansel Crescent , S5 9QS | - not rated | 724 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansel Primary School Mansel Crescent , S5 9QS | - not rated | 724 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mansel Middle School Mansel Crescent , S5 9QS | - not rated | 724 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Monteney Middle School Monteney Crescent , S5 9DN | - not rated | 985 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hucklow Middle School Hucklow Road , S5 6TB | - not rated | 3,415 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillsborough Middle School Parkside Road , S6 2AA | - not rated | 3,492 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shergreen Middle School Bracken Road , S5 6FH | - not rated | 3,631 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yewlands Academy Creswick Lane , Grenoside S35 8NN | - not rated | 480 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewlands School Technology College Creswick Lane , Grenoside S35 8NN | - not rated | 480 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewlands Academy Creswick Lane , S35 8NN | - not rated | 481 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaucer Business and Enterprise College Wordsworth Avenue , S5 8NH | - not rated | 1,234 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaucer School Wordsworth Avenue , S5 8NH | - not rated | 1,234 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinde House 3-16 School Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | - not rated | 3,978 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapeltown Academy Hydra Business Park , Nether Lane S35 9ZX | - not rated | 2,446 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longley Park Sixth Form College Horninglow Road , S5 6SG | - not rated | 2,917 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longley Park Sixth Form Academy Horninglow Road , S5 6SG | - not rated | 2,917 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinde House 2-16 Academy Shiregreen Lane , S5 6AG | 3out of 4 | 3,978 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Astrea Academy Sheffield Andover Street , S3 9BE | 3out of 4 | 5,287 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parson Cross Tertiary College Remington Avenue , S5 9PB | - not rated | 418 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolley Wood School Chaucer Road , S5 9QN | 3out of 4 | 587 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lotus Academy Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | 1out of 4 | 1,711 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Deerlands School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | - not rated | 1,744 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Holgate Meadows School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | - not rated | 1,817 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobs + Crumbs | 37 Margetson Crescent | 548 yd | |
| Georges | 143 Chaucer Road | 586 yd | |
| Whitley Hall Cricket Club | Baxter Field, Cinder Hill Lane | 689 yd | |
| The Regency Club | 20 Yew Lane | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beagle | The Beagle, Knutton Crescent | 476 yd | |
| Wordsworth Tavern | Wordsworth Tavern, Wordsworth Avenue | 689 yd | |
| Colley WMC | Flat Over, Colley Working Mens Club, 2 Margetson Road | 815 yd | |
| Jurassica Ltd | 71 Monteney Crescent | 913 yd | |
| Chaucer Social Club | 100 Chaucer Close | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Lou's Fish + Chips | 49 Margetson Crescent | 548 yd | |
| Golden Palace | Margetson Tara, 47 Margetson Crescent | 557 yd | |
| Lung Fung Take Away | 155 Chaucer Road | 586 yd | |
| Tasty Bites | 147 Chaucer Road | 586 yd | |
| Sid's Fish Bar | 44 Wheata Road | 935 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colley Sports Centre (Closed) Remington Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 427 yd |
| Yewlands Academy CRESWICK LANE | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Yewlands Technology College (Closed) Creswick Lane | grass pitches | 480 yd |
| Mansel Primary School (Closed) Mansel Crescent | grass pitches | 537 yd |
| Mansel Primary School CHAUCER ROAD | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| Sheffield College Monteney Site (Closed) | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Whitley Hall Cricket Club WHITLEY HALL CRICKET CLUB WHITLEY HALL CRICKET CLUB CINDER HILL LANE | grass pitches | 712 yd |
| Colley Park BRITLAND CLOSE | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Ecclesfield Primary School HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 1,079 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.2 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.