Herdings & Gleadless Valley
Sheffield 060 · 4 sub-areas · 6,193 residents
Sheffield 060 is a predominantly residential neighbourhood within Sheffield, home to around 6,200 people. Nearly half of households here are in social housing — an unusually high concentration by any city measure. Median resident salaries sit at roughly £31,800 a year, broadly in line with Sheffield as a whole, but the deprivation picture is among the most challenging in England.
Herdings & Gleadless Valley is a commuter neighbourhood within Sheffield — train into Sheffield runs in around 52 minutes, and the rhythm of weekday mornings is shaped by it. The demographic profile leans family-aged, with a clear share of households with school-age children.
Overview
What's it like to live in Herdings & Gleadless Valley?
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 4 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Herdings & Gleadless Valley in Sheffield
Living in Herdings & Gleadless Valley
Sheffield 060 sits at the more deprived end of Sheffield's residential neighbourhoods, scoring in the bottom decile nationally for the Index of Multiple Deprivation. That context matters when you're deciding where to live — this isn't a neighbourhood in transition, it's one that has faced persistent structural challenges over many years.
The housing stock here is dominated by social renting, which accounts for nearly half of all households — around 48%. Owner-occupation sits at roughly 39%, and private renting is relatively low at under 12%. For those seeking private rented accommodation, that limited supply can mean fewer options and less competition driving quality up. Buy-to-let investors are less active here than in many Sheffield neighbourhoods, which shapes what's available.
The demographic picture is fairly spread across age groups. Around a quarter of residents are under 18 — slightly above typical urban averages — and single-person households make up 38% of the total, suggesting a mix of lone adults and families with children. Roughly 87% of residents were born in the UK, and the ethnic diversity index sits at 31.7, which is moderate.
On the practical side, greenspace is close — the average green space is under 310 metres away, and around 60% of residents can reach it on foot. The nearest tram stop is roughly 500 metres away, making local public transport more accessible than much of suburban Sheffield. That said, the nearest mainline rail station is further out, around 4,100 metres in a straight line — roughly a 50-minute walk, so you'd typically need a bus or tram connection.
For a fuller picture of streets and sub-areas within Sheffield 060, see the sub-areas section below.
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Frequently asked
- Is Sheffield 060 a nice place to live?
- It depends heavily on your priorities. Property prices are low and the tram is nearby, but the neighbourhood sits in the bottom decile nationally for deprivation, crime is well above the national average, and school quality within catchment distance is significantly below the national norm. It suits those who need affordable housing and have limited alternatives, but it's not a straightforward choice.
- What is the rent in Sheffield 060?
- Private renting is relatively uncommon here — under 12% of households — so supply is limited. Our neighbourhood-level rent figures are estimates, scaled from Sheffield city-level data using local sale prices. The median property sale price is around £125,500, and deposit-saving time is under two years at local salary levels, which is one of the more accessible buy-in points in the city.
- Is Sheffield 060 safe?
- Crime runs at around 131 incidents per 1,000 residents a year — roughly 60% above the UK national average of around 80 per 1,000. The elevated rate reflects the neighbourhood's position in the bottom national deprivation decile. It's worth comparing against neighbouring Sheffield areas if safety is a key factor in your decision.
- What's the commute from Sheffield 060 to Sheffield city centre?
- The nearest tram stop is under 500 metres away, giving reasonable access to Sheffield's wider network. Around one in five residents uses public transport to commute. The mainline rail station is further — roughly 4,100 metres in a straight line — so most residents who need rail access use the tram to connect rather than walking.
- Who lives in Sheffield 060?
- A broad age mix, with nearly a quarter under 18 and 38% of households single-person. Around 87% of residents were born in the UK. The dominant tenure is social housing at nearly 48% of households. Degree-level qualifications are held by roughly 18% of residents, and the median salary sits at around £31,800 a year.
- What schools are near Sheffield 060?
- There are 43 schools within 2km, so proximity isn't the issue. Around 37% are rated Good or Outstanding — well below the national average of roughly 89%. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is about 3,500 metres away. Families should check current Ofsted ratings and catchment maps carefully before making decisions based on schooling.
- Why is housing so affordable in Sheffield 060?
- The area sits in the bottom national deprivation decile, with high unemployment, below-average qualifications, elevated crime, and a school quality picture that trails the national norm. These factors weigh on demand and prices. The median sale price is around £125,500 — genuinely low even by Sheffield standards — and deposit-saving time is under two years.