Ecclesall & Greystones
Sheffield 047 · 6 sub-areas · 9,111 residents
Sheffield 047 is a well-established residential corner of Sheffield, home to around 9,100 people. With a median property price of roughly £372,000 and a deposit reachable in under six years on a typical local salary, it sits at the more prosperous end of the city. Crime runs well below the national average, and nearly half of residents work from home — making it unusually self-contained for a major city neighbourhood.
Ecclesall & Greystones is a commuter neighbourhood within Sheffield — train into Sheffield runs in around 47 minutes, and the rhythm of weekday mornings is shaped by it. Most homes are owner-occupied, so turnover is low and many residents have been here a long time; a high share of adults are degree-educated, which often shows up in the kind of jobs people commute to.
Overview
What's it like to live in Ecclesall & Greystones?
Greenspace is on the doorstep — a park or playing field is within walking distance of most homes; The streets feel safe by national standards — police-recorded crime is well below the country-wide median; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Figures are aggregated across 6 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Ecclesall & Greystones in Sheffield
Living in Ecclesall & Greystones
Sheffield 047 stands out from most of the city for one simple reason: it's overwhelmingly owner-occupied and professionally settled. Around 84% of homes are owned outright or mortgaged — a share you'd expect in commuter-belt villages, not urban Sheffield. That shapes the character of the area more than anything else: quieter streets, established families, and relatively low turnover of residents.
The cost picture reflects that stability. A median property price of around £372,000 puts this well above Sheffield's citywide average, and at roughly 5.9 years' salary to save a deposit, it's more demanding than many parts of the city — though still far more attainable than comparable neighbourhoods in London or the South East. Private renting accounts for under 14% of the housing stock, so if you're renting you'll be choosing from a limited pool, but what exists tends to be well-maintained family housing.
The people who live here skew towards families and settled couples. Under-18s make up nearly a quarter of the population — 23.5% — and households with couples and children account for nearly a third of all homes. At the same time, 64% of residents hold a degree-level qualification, one of the higher shares in Sheffield, which partly explains the high work-from-home rate: almost 48% of residents work from home, with public transport use a very low 3.1%.
Practically, the nearest mainline rail station is roughly 3.5 km away — around a 43-minute walk or a short drive. Most residents rely on cars, with 37% commuting by vehicle. Greenspace is genuinely accessible: the average resident is within 410 metres of open space, and 44% of the neighbourhood is within walkable distance of a park or greenspace. For the sub-areas and streets that make up Sheffield 047, see the streets and sub-areas listed below.
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Frequently asked
- Is Sheffield 047 a nice place to live?
- Yes, by most measures it's one of Sheffield's more comfortable residential areas. Crime is around 37.6 per 1,000 residents — less than half the national rate — deprivation is very low (IMD decile 9.3), and greenspace is within easy reach for most residents. It suits settled families and professionals rather than those looking for urban buzz.
- What are property prices like in Sheffield 047?
- The median sale price is around £372,000, which is above the Sheffield average. At roughly 5.9 years' salary to save a deposit on a local income of about £31,800 a year, it's achievable but requires planning. Private rental stock is limited at under 14% of homes.
- Is Sheffield 047 safe?
- It's one of the safer parts of the city. The crime rate of 37.6 incidents per 1,000 residents annually is well below the UK average of around 80 per 1,000. The low deprivation score and high owner-occupation rate both correlate with lower crime across all categories.
- What's the commute from Sheffield 047 to Sheffield city centre?
- Most residents drive — 37% use a car to commute, and public transport use is just 3.1%. The nearest rail station is around 3.5 km away (a short drive). The nearest major employment hub is around 46 minutes by car or public transport. Manchester is roughly 92 minutes by rail; London around 167 minutes.
- Who lives in Sheffield 047?
- Predominantly owner-occupying families and established professionals. Around 84% of homes are owned, under-18s make up 23.5% of residents, and 64% of adults hold a degree. Nearly half of residents work from home, pointing to a professional, flexible workforce. It's more settled and less transient than much of urban Sheffield.
- What schools are near Sheffield 047?
- There are 120 schools within 2 km of a typical resident, giving plenty of options. Around 39.5% are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted — below the national average of ~89%, so it's worth checking individual schools carefully. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is approximately 1.6 km away.
- How good is broadband in Sheffield 047?
- Excellent. Every premise in the area has access to gigabit-capable broadband, and none fall below the Universal Service Obligation minimum speed. For the 48% of residents who work from home, that's a meaningful practical advantage.