Hanson Road is in Loxley, Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S6 6RF is located in the Stannington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sheffield, Hallam. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hanson Road, Loxley, Sheffield, S6 6RF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S6 6RH, S6 6RU, S6 6QZ, S6 6RB, S6 6SW, S6 6RL, S6 6RD, S6 6RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S6 6RF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 49.2% | 49.7% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.3% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 6RF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.2% 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 | 23.2% | 24.5% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.3% | 63.2% | 3.9% | 44.2% | 19.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 6.1% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 5.2% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.4% | 56.3% | 11.9% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 31.4% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 9.7% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 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.
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 46.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.2% | 12.9% | -11.3% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 6.8% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 8.7% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 17.4% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 46.3% | 14.5% | 33.8% | 12.5% |
| Other | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.7% | 97.1% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 98.1% | 96.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hanson Road was 42.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.3% lower than the Stannington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hanson Road has the 25th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Stannington and the 542nd lowest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Hanson Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-09-06 | £320,897 |
| 46 Hanson Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2024-07-08 | £725,154 |
| 42 Hanson Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2024-05-28 | £679,637 |
| 33 Hanson Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £436,000 | 2024-05-28 | £455,880 |
| 30 Hanson Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2020-12-09 | £319,324 |
S6 6RF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 retired residents living in S6 6RF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 122 |
| Retired | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Education | 27 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loxley Primary School Rodney Hill , Loxley S6 6SG | 4out of 4 | 589 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nook Lane Junior School Nook Lane , Stannington S6 6BN | 3out of 4 | 1,182 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stannington Infant School Stannington Road , S6 6AN | 4out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shooter's Grove Primary School Wood Lane , S6 5HN | 3out of 4 | 1,667 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wisewood Community Primary School Ben Lane , Wisewood S6 4SD | 2out of 4 | 1,691 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,920 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradfield School Kirk Edge Road , S35 0AE | - not rated | 2,241 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tapton School Darwin Lane , S10 5RG | 4out of 4 | 4,089 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkwood E-Act Academy Longley Avenue West , S5 8UL | 3out of 4 | 4,210 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame High School Fulwood Road , S10 3BT | 4out of 4 | 4,474 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birkdale School Oakholme Road , S10 3DH | - not rated | 4,724 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bethany School Finlay Street , S3 7PS | - not rated | 4,837 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Sheffield Western Bank , S10 2TN | - not rated | 4,923 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield High School 10 Rutland Park , S10 2PE | - not rated | 4,969 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Westbourne School 60 Westbourne Road , Sheffield S10 2QT | - not rated | 4,987 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admiral Rodney | 592 Loxley Road | 94 yd | |
| Gardeners Rest | Loxley Nurseries, Long Lane | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisewood Inn | 539 Loxley Road | 593 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Loxley Primary School RODNEY HILL | grass pitches | 481 yd |
| Telecom Sports Ground BLACK LANE | grass pitches | 577 yd |
| Loxley Driving Range MYERS LANE | golf | 977 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 | 69.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.