Norton Avenue is in Sheffield and in Sheffield district. S8 8BB is located in the Birley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sheffield South East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norton Avenue, Sheffield, S8 8BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S14 1DA, S14 1DH, S14 1DF, S14 1DD, S14 1BX, S14 1DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S8 8BB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% of residents 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 | 56.2% | 52.3% | -3.9% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 43.8% | 47.7% | 3.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.9% | 30.1% | 10.2% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 46.6% | -8.7% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 10.4% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 16.5% | 9.6% | -6.9% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 34.2% | 37.7% | 3.5% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 34.1% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 20.2% | 5.1% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 15.7% | 5.6% | -10.1% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 2.3% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 35.4% | 22.7% | -12.7% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 13.1% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 11.2% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 6.4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 18.3% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 25.5% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 94.7% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.4% | 97% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 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 | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.4% | 37.2% | 8.2% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norton Avenue was 156.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.1% higher than the Birley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Norton Avenue has the 9th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Birley and the 366th highest crime rate of 1,705 local areas in Sheffield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lightwood Traffic Training Centre Norton Avenue, Sheffield, South Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2013-11-29 | £557,858 |
S8 8BB 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 S8 8BB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace Owen Nursery School 1-7 the Pavement , Duke Street S2 5QD | 3out of 4 | 5,279 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Park Community School Norton Avenue , S14 1SL | 2out of 4 | 406 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Free Church of England Primary School Matthews Lane , Norton S8 8JS | 3out of 4 | 1,385 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charnock Hall Primary Academy Carter Hall Road , S12 3HS | 2out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bankwood Community Primary School Bankwood Close , S14 1LW | 3out of 4 | 1,757 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gleadless Primary School Hollinsend Road , S12 2EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,200 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newfield Secondary School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield Springs Academy Hurlfield Road , S12 2SF | 3out of 4 | 2,225 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Birley Academy Birley Lane , S12 3BP | 2out of 4 | 2,663 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | 2out of 4 | 2,736 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy City Stradbroke Road , S13 8SS | 3out of 4 | 4,178 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,360 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix School of Therapeutic Education 83 East Bank Road , S2 3PX | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Specialist School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossbrook School Bochum Parkway , S8 8JR | 3out of 4 | 1,944 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheffield Inclusion Centre Spring Lane , S2 2JQ | 2out of 4 | 3,191 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Archdale School Archdale Road , S2 1PL | 3out of 4 | 3,610 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cutlers Spice | Cutlers Arms, 1 Leighton Road | 620 yd | |
| Orpen House | Flat 12, Orpen House, 2 Mawfa Road | 671 yd | |
| Sugar Rush | 191 Blackstock Road | 865 yd | |
| Zippys | 155 Blackstock Road | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bagshawe Arms | Bagshawe Arms, Norton Avenue | 630 yd | |
| John O'Gaunt | John O'Gaunt Hotel, 151 Blackstock Road | 868 yd | |
| Carlton Social Club | 896 Gleadless Road | 1,044 yd | |
| Nailmakers Arms | Backmoor Road | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smoke 14 | Basement, 191 Blackstock Road | 865 yd | |
| Wang Bao | 177 Blackstock Road | 867 yd | |
| Sisi Pizza | 179 Blackstock Road | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M & B Mistry | 149-151 Morland Road | 506 yd | |
| Co-operative Group Ltd | 38-46 Constable Road | 854 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Herdings Park RAEBURN ROAD | grass pitches | 247 yd |
| Valley Park Community School NORTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 444 yd |
| Light Wood Playing Fields BOWMAN DRIVE | cycling, grass pitches | 525 yd |
| Norton Oakes Cricket Club | grass pitches | 936 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.