Moving to Sheffield (S14)

Sheffield

Planning a move to S14? 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 82 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in S14 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)£120,000
Average Price (all types)£125,490

By Property Type

Detached£236,250 (4 sales)
Semi-Detached£135,000 (10 sales)
Terraced£117,500 (62 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£110,000 (5 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

Sheffield recorded 33% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

S14 Total Crimes (13 months)1,761
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average33% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences760 (18% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour292 (31% below avg)
Public Order109 (40% below avg)
Vehicle Crime68 (49% below avg)
Shoplifting13 (94% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson206 (near avg)
Burglary81 (16% below avg)
Other Theft79 (55% below avg)
Drugs55 (41% below avg)
Robbery14 (61% below avg)
Theft from Person2 (96% below avg)
Bicycle Theft3 (87% below avg)
Possession of Weapons20 (23% 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

70.4 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the S14 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)5

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 S14 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

100% of residential postcodes in S14 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 S14 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Sheffield

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for S14 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.

94.4 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the S14 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)99.9%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)97.0%
Gigabit capable97.0%
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 S14 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 score71
Total rated properties3532

Homes in S14 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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