Moving to Sheffield (S10)

Sheffield

Planning a move to S10? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Sheffield area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Sheffield. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Sheffield

Based on 736 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in S10 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£299,350
Average Price (all types)£363,279

By Property Type

Detached£575,000 (105 sales)
Semi-Detached£395,000 (173 sales)
Terraced£263,000 (261 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£185,000 (158 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Sheffield

Crime levels in Sheffield are broadly in line with the national average for a UK postcode district, which is typical of well-populated areas with good amenities and transport links.

S10 Total Crimes (13 months)2,798
National Average per District2,628
vs National AverageNear average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences735 (21% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour503 (19% above avg)
Public Order205 (near avg)
Vehicle Crime202 (52% above avg)
Shoplifting393 (79% above avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson176 (8% below avg)
Burglary214 (123% above avg)
Other Theft160 (8% below avg)
Drugs49 (47% below avg)
Robbery33 (8% below avg)
Theft from Person14 (71% below avg)
Bicycle Theft52 (126% above avg)
Possession of Weapons15 (42% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Essential Services Near Sheffield

72.7 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the S10 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)24

Green Spaces in Sheffield

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in S10 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

96% of residential postcodes in S10 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Sheffield

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the S10 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)1
Primary0
Secondary0
Nursery1

Broadband in Sheffield

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for S10 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

55.1 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the S10 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)98.3%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)86.1%
Gigabit capable83.5%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.0%

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Energy Performance in Sheffield

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for S10 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score65
Total rated properties10561

Homes in S10 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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