Birley
Sheffield 076 · 7 sub-areas · 11,461 residents
Sheffield 076 is a residential neighbourhood within Sheffield, home to around 11,400 people. Owner-occupation is notably high at over 62%, and more than a quarter of households are in social housing — an unusually mixed tenure picture for the city. The nearest tram stop is under 10 minutes' walk away, and the area sits in deprivation decile 4, placing it among the more deprived parts of England.
Birley is a commuter neighbourhood within Sheffield — train into Sheffield runs in around 46 minutes, and the rhythm of weekday mornings is shaped by it.
Overview
What's it like to live in Birley?
Day-to-day life sits close to greenery — a park or playing field is within easy walking distance of most addresses; Recorded crime is higher than the national norm — common for built-up urban areas, but worth weighing if you're looking for a quieter base; Public transport is genuinely strong; most errands and a fair share of social life don't need a car; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Figures are aggregated across 7 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Birley in Sheffield
Living in Birley
Sheffield 076 sits firmly in the residential grain of the city — the kind of neighbourhood where most people own their home, a significant minority rent from the council or a housing association, and the private rented sector is relatively thin on the ground. That tenure split tells you something about the character of the place: it's settled, predominantly owner-occupied, and not a typical destination for young professionals moving to Sheffield for the first time.
On cost, the median property here last changed hands for around £163,000 — well below the national average and a sign that Sheffield 076 is affordable by most measures. The deposit hurdle is low too: at roughly 2.6 years of median salary to save a 10% deposit, it's within reach for buyers in a way that most southern English markets simply aren't.
The neighbourhood skews slightly older than many Sheffield areas. The 50–64 age group accounts for over a fifth of residents, and almost one in five is 65 or older. Under-18s make up around 20% of the population, suggesting a mix of established family households and older residents who've been here a long time. Single-person households are common — nearly 30% of homes — which points to a mix of older residents living alone and some younger singles.
Practically, the nearest tram stop is under a kilometre away — roughly a nine-minute walk — which gives reasonable access into the city without needing a car. That said, nearly two-thirds of residents drive to work, so the area functions more like a suburban car-dependent neighbourhood than an inner-city one. The nearest mainline rail station is roughly 3.1 km away in a straight line, around a 39-minute walk, so most rail trips will involve a drive or tram connection first.
For sub-areas and street-level detail, see the streets and sub-areas listed below.
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Frequently asked
- Is Sheffield 076 a nice place to live?
- It depends on what you're looking for. It's a settled, predominantly owner-occupied neighbourhood with good tram access and affordable property prices. Crime rates are above the national average, and the local school quality picture is below the national norm. It suits buyers looking for affordable, suburban Sheffield rather than renters seeking a lively city-centre feel.
- What is the rent in Sheffield 076?
- Private renting here is less common than in most of Sheffield — only around 10.5% of households rent privately. Our rent estimates for the area are scaled from city-level data using local sale prices, as official rent statistics don't go below the council level. Median property prices sit around £163,000, making it one of Sheffield's more affordable areas to buy.
- Is Sheffield 076 safe?
- Crime runs at around 117 incidents per 1,000 residents annually, which is above the UK national rate of roughly 80 per 1,000. It's not the highest in Sheffield, but it's elevated enough to notice. Quieter residential streets tend to see fewer incidents than the busier routes through the area.
- What's the commute from Sheffield 076 to Sheffield city centre?
- The nearest tram stop is under 10 minutes' walk away, giving a straightforward link into the city centre. Most residents drive — about 63% commute by car. The nearest mainline rail station is around 3.1 km away, so it's not a walkable rail connection; most people drive or tram to reach it.
- Who lives in Sheffield 076?
- Mostly settled, older residents — the 50–64 and 65-plus age groups together account for around 40% of the population. Owner-occupation is high at over 62%, and about a quarter of households are in social housing. It's less of a young-professional destination than central Sheffield, and the population is predominantly UK-born.
- What schools are near Sheffield 076?
- There are 76 schools within 2 km of typical residents, so options are plentiful. However, only around 19% of those schools are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted — well below the national average of roughly 89%. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is around 3.2 km away. Families should check Sheffield City Council's admissions pages for current catchment boundaries.
- How affordable is Sheffield 076 for first-time buyers?
- Very affordable by national standards. The median sale price is around £163,000, and it takes roughly 2.6 years of median local salary to save a 10% deposit. That's significantly better than most UK cities and makes Sheffield 076 one of the more accessible areas for first-time buyers in Yorkshire.