Moving to Sheffield (S13)

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Planning a move to S13? 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 444 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in S13 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)£175,000
Average Price (all types)£189,132

By Property Type

Detached£315,000 (41 sales)
Semi-Detached£190,000 (240 sales)
Terraced£142,500 (98 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£117,500 (42 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

As with many well-connected urban areas, Sheffield sees higher-than-average recorded crime. This is common in districts with busy high streets, nightlife, and transport hubs — and doesn't necessarily reflect the experience of residents in quieter residential streets.

S13 Total Crimes (13 months)3,841
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average46% above average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,357 (46% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour640 (51% above avg)
Public Order243 (34% above avg)
Vehicle Crime247 (86% above avg)
Shoplifting258 (18% above avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson345 (81% above avg)
Burglary207 (116% above avg)
Other Theft189 (near avg)
Drugs109 (17% above avg)
Robbery66 (83% above avg)
Theft from Person9 (82% below avg)
Bicycle Theft11 (52% below avg)
Possession of Weapons52 (100% above 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

81.0 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the S13 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)20

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 S13 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

93% of residential postcodes in S13 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 S13 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
Primary1
Secondary0
Nursery0

Broadband in Sheffield

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for S13 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.

98.4 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the S13 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)100.0%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)98.6%
Gigabit capable98.6%
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 S13 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 bandC
Median EPC score68
Total rated properties6752

Homes in S13 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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