High Green & Burncross
Sheffield 003 · 7 sub-areas · 10,305 residents
Sheffield 003 is a settled, largely residential part of Sheffield, home to around 10,300 people. Owner-occupation runs well above the city norm, and more than two in five residents are aged 50 or over — giving it a noticeably quieter, established feel. The nearest major employment centre is around 37 minutes away, and greenspace is close at hand for most households.
High Green & Burncross is a commuter neighbourhood within Sheffield — train into Sheffield runs in around 40 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.
Overview
What's it like to live in High Green & Burncross?
4 parks and 2 playgrounds are within five minutes' walk, so greenspace is reliably close at hand; there's effectively nothing within walking distance — eating out, drinking and shopping mean a drive; 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 7 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
High Green & Burncross in Sheffield
Living in High Green & Burncross
Sheffield 003 sits firmly in the owner-occupier heartland of the city. Around 71% of homes here are owned outright or with a mortgage — considerably higher than most inner Sheffield neighbourhoods — and that shapes the character of the place: quieter streets, longer-term residents, more families and older households than you'd expect closer to the city centre.
Affordability is a genuine draw. The median sale price here is around £194,000, which puts homeownership within reach for buyers on typical local salaries — the data suggests a deposit is achievable in around three years, a figure that would seem extraordinary in London or the South East. Private renting accounts for less than 10% of tenures, so this isn't a neighbourhood built for short-term movers.
The population skews older than Sheffield as a whole. Nearly a quarter of residents are 65 or over, and the 50–64 bracket adds another 22% on top. One-person households make up just under 30% of the total. This is an area where people tend to stay — it's stable in a way that the student and professional quarters of Sheffield simply aren't. Ethnic diversity is low, with around 97% of residents UK-born.
Practically speaking, the nearest mainline rail station is roughly 1.9 km away — about a 24-minute walk, or a short drive. Most residents travel by car: 65% drive to work, and just over 6% use public transport. Working from home is notable too, with around 22% doing so, which reflects the older, more settled professional profile. Broadband here is fully gigabit-capable, with no properties falling below the minimum standard.
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Frequently asked
- Is Sheffield 003 a nice place to live?
- It's a quiet, stable neighbourhood that suits people looking for a settled, residential feel. Owner-occupation is high at around 71%, crime is below the national rate, and greenspace is within easy reach — 81% of residents are within a short walk of green areas. It's not the most dynamic part of Sheffield, but it's solid and well-established.
- What is the rent in Sheffield 003?
- Private renting makes up less than 10% of households here, so rental supply is limited. The median property sale price is around £194,000. Our per-neighbourhood rent estimates are scaled from city-level data using local sale prices — check live listings for the most accurate figures, as the rental market here is thin.
- Is Sheffield 003 safe?
- Crime runs at around 65 incidents per 1,000 residents annually, which is noticeably below the UK national average of roughly 80 per 1,000. The area's settled, predominantly owner-occupied character tends to keep incident rates relatively low. It's one of the calmer parts of Sheffield by the numbers.
- What's the commute from Sheffield 003 to Sheffield city centre?
- The nearest mainline rail station is about 1.9 km away — roughly a 24-minute walk, though most residents drive. About 65% of residents commute by car and just 6% use public transport. The nearest major employment hub is around 37 minutes away. Working from home is also common, with about 22% of residents doing so.
- Who lives in Sheffield 003?
- Predominantly older, long-term owner-occupiers. Nearly a quarter of residents are 65 or over, and the 50–64 bracket adds another 22%. Around 71% own their home. It's a settled, quiet demographic — more retirees and established families than students or young professionals.
- What schools are near Sheffield 003?
- There are 57 schools within typical catchment distance, so choice isn't the issue. However, only around 5% of those schools within 2km are currently rated Good or Outstanding. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is approximately 5.3 km away. Check Ofsted directly for up-to-date ratings.
- How far is Sheffield 003 from Manchester and London by train?
- By public transport, Manchester is roughly 88 minutes from Sheffield and London is around 148 minutes. The nearest mainline station is about 1.9 km away. Most residents drive to the station rather than walking.