Airedale Road is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S6 4AW is located in the Hillsborough 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 Airedale Road, Sheffield, S6 4AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S6 4AT, S6 4AU, S6 4AX, S6 4AR, S6 4AD, S6 4AS, S6 4AQ, S6 4AB, S6 4BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S6 4AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 51.6% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.2% | 48.4% | 2.2% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of S6 4AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32% | 27.9% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 55.7% | 5.5% | 44.2% | 11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 7% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 6.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 51% | 51.7% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 33% | 29.8% | -3.2% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.6% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.3% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.6% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 14.2% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 10.4% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 12.5% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.6% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 16.7% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 37.8% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 4.0% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.3% | 98.8% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96% 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% | 96% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.8% | 37.2% | 9.6% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Airedale Road was 51.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.3% lower than the Hillsborough average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Airedale Road has the 31st highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Hillsborough and the 644th lowest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93 Airedale Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-10-25 | £406,686 |
| 101 Airedale Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-08-02 | £349,463 |
| 84 Airedale Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,250 | 2023-09-01 | £263,402 |
| 99 Airedale Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-11-12 | £406,298 |
| 118 Airedale Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £346,000 | 2021-06-04 | £413,153 |
S6 4AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomhall Nursery School 4 Broomhall Road , S10 2DN | 4out of 4 | 5,189 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlcliffe Community Primary School Marlcliffe Road , S6 4AJ | 3out of 4 | 441 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wisewood Community Primary School Ben Lane , Wisewood S6 4SD | 2out of 4 | 637 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillsborough Primary School Parkside Road , S6 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,183 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malin Bridge Primary School Dykes Lane , S6 4RH | 4out of 4 | 1,387 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxley Primary School Rodney Hill , Loxley S6 6SG | 4out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forge Valley School Wood Lane , S6 5HG | 3out of 4 | 1,884 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood E-Act Academy Longley Avenue West , S5 8UL | 3out of 4 | 2,383 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradfield School Kirk Edge Road , S35 0AE | - not rated | 2,500 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaucer School Wordsworth Avenue , S5 8NH | 2out of 4 | 2,737 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yewlands Academy Creswick Lane , S35 8NN | 1out of 4 | 3,384 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,677 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 | 4,388 yd | Free schools | 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 | 3,238 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holgate Meadows School Lindsay Road , S5 7WE | 3out of 4 | 3,972 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethany School Finlay Street , S3 7PS | - not rated | 4,115 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Sheffield Western Bank , S10 2TN | - not rated | 4,440 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Birkdale School Oakholme Road , S10 3DH | - not rated | 4,832 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Library Tea Room | 77 Laird Road | 394 yd | |
| Wadsley House Social | Wadsley House Social Club, The Drive | 439 yd | |
| Rose and Crown | 21 Stour Lane | 467 yd | |
| Wadsley Jack | 65 Rural Lane | 498 yd | |
| CK's Cafe | 474 Middlewood Road | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sportsman Inn | 183 Worrall Road | 256 yd | |
| Horse and Jockey | 250 Wadsley Lane | 348 yd | |
| Jubilee Sports & Social Club | Jubilee Sports & Social Club, Clay Wheels Lane | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Rooster Chicken & Pizza | 498 Middlewood Road | 677 yd | |
| Oceana | Flat Over, 230 Ben Lane | 716 yd | |
| S6 Kebabish | 197-199 Dykes Hall Road | 766 yd | |
| Hoo Wah | 337 Middlewood Road | 777 yd | |
| Dinemore | 343 Middlewood Road | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 206 Dykes Hall Road | 799 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | 98 Catch Bar Lane | 933 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 2 Clay Wheels Lane | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middlewood Road Mini Soccer Pitch Middlewood Road | grass pitches | 468 yd |
| Wisewood Sports Centre LAIRD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 492 yd |
| Wisewood Methodist Church BEN LANE | 625 yd | |
| Sheffield Wednesday Academy MIDDLEWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Body Care Studio (Closed) 333-335 333-335 Middlewood Road | health and fitness suite | 828 yd |
| Hillsborough Golf Club WORRALL ROAD | golf | 847 yd |
| Middlewood Park WINN GROVE | grass pitches | 850 yd |
| Ben Lane BEN LANE | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Niagara Conference And Leisure Centre NIAGARA ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 969 yd |
| Sheffield Wednesday (Hillsborough Stadium) HILLSBOROUGH FOOTBALL STADIUM HILLSBOROUGH FOOTBALL STADIUM LEPPINGS LANE | grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 167.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.