Upperthorpe is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S6 3NG is located in the Walkley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sheffield Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upperthorpe, Sheffield, S6 3NG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S6 3NU, S6 3NF, S6 3NH, S6 3NT, S6 3GH, S6 3RW, S6 3GG, S6 3NJ, S6 3NN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S6 3NG is primarily male, with 56.2% 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 | 47.7% | 43.8% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -7.2% |
| Male | 52.3% | 56.2% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 7.2% |
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 S6 3NG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.4% 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 | 60.1% | 58.4% | -1.7% | 37.9% | 20.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.8% | 27% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 7.9% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 47.1% | 44.3% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 36.9% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 12.1% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 5.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.2% | 19.5% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 2.6% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -7.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.3% | 7.9% | 0.6% | 13.4% | -5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.9% | 21.8% | 0.9% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 46.2% | 11.1% | 33.8% | 12.4% |
| Other | 7.3% | 0% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 88.9% | 85.6% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 4.2% |
| Arab | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 85.3% 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 | 86.9% | 85.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 6.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 5.1% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.9% | 85% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 6.7% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 1.3% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 3.5% | -1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 33.1% | 46.2% | -13.1% |
| Buddhist | 4.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upperthorpe was 47.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.5% lower than the Broomhill and Sharrow Vale average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Upperthorpe has the 77th lowest crime rate of 208 local areas in Broomhill and Sharrow Vale and the 595th lowest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 261 Upperthorpe, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £692,600 | 2024-02-14 | £728,711 |
| 221 Upperthorpe, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2023-03-21 | £413,868 |
| 267 Upperthorpe, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-02-01 | £663,501 |
| 221 Upperthorpe, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2022-11-25 | £362,485 |
| 205 Upperthorpe, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-10-29 | £251,514 |
S6 3NG 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.
The percentage of student residents living in S6 3NG area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Education | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomhall Nursery School 4 Broomhall Road , S10 2DN | 4out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace Owen Nursery School 1-7 the Pavement , Duke Street S2 5QD | 3out of 4 | 2,904 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Cundy Street , S6 2WJ | 3out of 4 | 499 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westways Primary School Mona Avenue , S10 1NE | 3out of 4 | 523 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walkley Primary School Burnaby Crescent , Walkley S6 2RZ | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherthorpe Primary School Netherthorpe Street , S3 7JA | 3out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivelin Primary School Morley Street , S6 2PL | 3out of 4 | 1,287 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VII School Glossop Road , S10 2PW | 3out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forge Valley School Wood Lane , S6 5HG | 3out of 4 | 2,007 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tapton School Darwin Lane , S10 5RG | 4out of 4 | 2,393 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School Fulwood Road , S10 3BT | 4out of 4 | 2,455 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Sheffield City Centre 111 Matilda Street , S1 4QF | 3out of 4 | 2,633 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sheffield College , Granville Road S2 2RL | - not rated | 3,248 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longley Park Sixth Form Horninglow Road , S5 6SG | - not rated | 4,751 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 2,167 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Don Valley Leeds Road , S9 3TY | 3out of 4 | 5,022 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethany School Finlay Street , S3 7PS | - not rated | 924 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Sheffield Western Bank , S10 2TN | - not rated | 1,073 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield High School 10 Rutland Park , S10 2PE | - not rated | 1,697 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Birkdale School Oakholme Road , S10 3DH | - not rated | 1,835 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne School 60 Westbourne Road , Sheffield S10 2QT | - not rated | 1,890 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Rajput Take Away Ltd | 4 Common Side | 238 yd | |
| Colesseo Restaurant | 22-24 Common Side | 244 yd | |
| Chez Lahlou | 10 Common Side | 244 yd | |
| Chapter One Coffee Ltd | 95/99 Barber Road | 261 yd | |
| The Greek Grill House | 12-14 Barber Road | 308 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springvale Tavern | 1 Common Side | 213 yd | |
| Berlin Calling | 18-20 Barber Road | 308 yd | |
| The Blake | 53 Blake Street | 396 yd | |
| Princess Royal | 43 Slinn Street | 453 yd | |
| The Closed Shop Pub | 52-54 Commonside | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Cod On The Block | 17 Common Side | 213 yd | |
| New York Deli | 6 Common Side | 244 yd | |
| Rising Sun | 12 Common Side | 244 yd | |
| Tiffin Walkley | 60 Barber Road | 245 yd | |
| Route No 15 | 30 Common Side | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 26-28 Barber Road | 308 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | 329 South Road | 755 yd | |
| Budgens | 110 Weston Street | 863 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 50 Montgomery Terrace Road | 922 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Unit 1, 2 Flora Street | 928 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crookesmoor Community Centre CROOKESMOOR ROAD | 358 yd | |
| Ruskin Park DANIEL HILL STREET | grass pitches | 399 yd |
| Zest Upperthorpe | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 614 yd |
| University Of Sheffield (Goodwin Sports Centre) Goodwin Sports Centre Goodwin Sports Centre Northumberland Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 688 yd |
| Bethany School FINLAY STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 808 yd |
| Walkley Primary School BURNABY CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch | 892 yd |
| Bolehill Recreation Ground NORTHFIELD COURT | cycling, grass pitches | 915 yd |
| Be X Fitness FLORA STREET RETAIL PARK FLORA STREET RETAIL PARK FLORA STREET | health and fitness suite | 950 yd |
| The Sandygate Ground CROOKES | grass pitches | 1,047 yd |
| Momentum Leisure Club (Allen Court Gym) BRIGHTMORE HOUSE BRIGHTMORE HOUSE ST GEORGE'S CLOSE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,056 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.