Balmain Road is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S6 4EP 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 Balmain Road, Sheffield, S6 4EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S6 4EY, S6 4EE, S6 4EG, S6 4EH, S6 4ET, S6 4ES, S6 4EQ, S6 4AL, S6 4EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S6 4EP has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.2% of the population 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 | 57.3% | 56.2% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 5.2% |
| Male | 42.7% | 43.8% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -5.2% |
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 4EP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.1% 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 | 41.4% | 47.1% | 5.7% | 37.9% | 9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 33% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -11.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 12.3% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 6.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 47.2% | 43% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 32% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 17% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.3% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.6% | 23.2% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.6% | 18.4% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 8.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23% | 18.9% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.4% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 11.8% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 21.1% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 95.9% | 90.2% | -5.7% | 81.4% | 8.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97.5% | 95.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| 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 | 96.8% | 95% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.5% | 37.2% | 19.3% |
| Christian | 32.2% | 46.2% | -14.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Balmain Road was 128.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.4% higher than the Hillsborough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Balmain Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Hillsborough and the 468th highest crime rate of 1,697 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.1 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Balmain Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2022-11-25 | £216,607 |
| 6 Balmain Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2019-01-24 | £198,898 |
| 6 Balmain Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2005-02-11 | £176,860 |
S6 4EP 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 4EP 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 | 65 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomhall Nursery School 4 Broomhall Road , S10 2DN | 4out of 4 | 4,587 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 | 5,155 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Denby Street Nursery School Denby Street , S2 4QH | - not rated | 5,434 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | 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 | 454 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wisewood Community Primary School Ben Lane , Wisewood S6 4SD | - not rated | 553 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wisewood Nursery & Primary School Ben Lane , Wisewood S6 4SD | 3out of 4 | 553 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillsborough Nursery & Primary School Parkside Road , S6 2AA | 3out of 4 | 679 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillsborough Primary School Parkside Road , S6 2AA | - not rated | 679 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Middle School Parkside Road , S6 2AA | - not rated | 679 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rivelin Middle School Morley Street , S6 2PL | - not rated | 1,485 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Thorpe Middle School Daniel Hill Street , S6 3JH | - not rated | 2,678 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westways Middle School Western Road , S10 1LA | - not rated | 3,053 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansel Middle School Mansel Crescent , S5 9QS | - not rated | 3,235 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisewood School and Community Sports College Rural Lane , S6 4BH | - not rated | 608 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forge Valley Community School Wood Lane , S6 5HG | - not rated | 1,530 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Myers Grove School Wood Lane , S6 5HG | - not rated | 1,530 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forge Valley School & Sixth Form Wood Lane , S6 5HG | 3out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Herries School Penrith Road , S5 8UF | - not rated | 1,842 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longley Park Sixth Form College Horninglow Road , S5 6SG | - not rated | 4,330 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longley Park Sixth Form Academy Horninglow Road , S5 6SG | - not rated | 4,330 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 | 3out of 4 | 3,769 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beeley Wood First and Middle School Penistone Road North , S6 1LP | - not rated | 1,260 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beeley Wood Senior School Penistone Road North , S6 1LP | - not rated | 1,260 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elsworth House Educational Centre Elsworth House , Herries Road South S6 1QS | - not rated | 1,318 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Loxley Tertiary College Myers Grove Lane , S6 5JL | - not rated | 1,538 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood Tertiary College Shirecliffe Road , S5 8XZ | - not rated | 2,779 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wadsley House Social | Wadsley House Social Club, The Drive | 220 yd | |
| The Old Library Tea Room | 77 Laird Road | 425 yd | |
| The Park | The Park Hotel, Wadsley Lane | 490 yd | |
| Sheffield Wednesday Training Ground | Former Sheffield Wednesday Fc Training Ground, Middlewood Road | 535 yd | |
| Costa | 301-305 Middlewood Road | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse and Jockey | 250 Wadsley Lane | 240 yd | |
| Hillsborough Park Bowling Club | Pavilion, Hillsborough Park, Middlewood Road | 608 yd | |
| Brass Monkey Brewery Ltd | 185 Middlewood Road | 608 yd | |
| Castle Inn | 111 Dykes Hall Road | 609 yd | |
| Sportsman Inn | 183 Worrall Road | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6 Kebabish | 197-199 Dykes Hall Road | 233 yd | |
| Hoo Wah | 337 Middlewood Road | 527 yd | |
| Dinemore | 343 Middlewood Road | 535 yd | |
| Pizza Amour | 287 Middlewood Road | 543 yd | |
| Beres Pork Shop | 279 Middlewood Road | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 206 Dykes Hall Road | 260 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | 98 Catch Bar Lane | 624 yd | |
| B & M Retail | 60-70 Middlewood Road | 914 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wisewood Methodist Church BEN LANE | 490 yd | |
| Body Care Studio (Closed) 333-335 333-335 Middlewood Road | health and fitness suite | 542 yd |
| Wisewood Sports Centre LAIRD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 545 yd |
| Middlewood Road Mini Soccer Pitch Middlewood Road | grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Sheffield Wednesday (Hillsborough Stadium) HILLSBOROUGH FOOTBALL STADIUM HILLSBOROUGH FOOTBALL STADIUM LEPPINGS LANE | grass pitches | 742 yd |
| Sheffield Wednesday Sports Hall (Closed) Hillsborough Football Stadium Hillsborough Football Stadium Leppings Lane | 742 yd | |
| Sheffield Wednesday Academy MIDDLEWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 759 yd |
| Hillsborough Sports Arena MIDDLEWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 920 yd |
| Ben Lane BEN LANE | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Niagara Conference And Leisure Centre NIAGARA ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 985 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 | 220.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.