Westfield & Waterthorpe
Sheffield 065 · 6 sub-areas · 8,393 residents
Sheffield 065 is a settled residential area of Sheffield, home to around 8,400 people. Owner-occupation is high at 60%, and more than a quarter of residents are aged 65 or over — giving it a noticeably older, more established feel than much of the city. The median property price sits around £165,000, well below Sheffield's broader market.
Westfield & Waterthorpe is a commuter neighbourhood within Sheffield — train into Sheffield runs in around 54 minutes, and the rhythm of weekday mornings is shaped by it.
Overview
What's it like to live in Westfield & Waterthorpe?
Greenspace is on the doorstep — a park or playing field is within walking distance of most homes; there's effectively nothing within walking distance — eating out, drinking and shopping mean a drive; 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 6 sub-areas — population-weighted means for rates, sums for counts. Sources cited beneath each section.
Westfield & Waterthorpe in Sheffield
Living in Westfield & Waterthorpe
Sheffield 065 has the feel of a neighbourhood that doesn't change much — and for many residents, that's exactly the point. Owner-occupation runs at 60%, single-person households account for over a third of homes, and more than a quarter of residents are over 65. It's the kind of area where people stay put.
The cost picture is one of the most appealing aspects. A median property price of around £165,000 puts this well within reach for buyers, and the years-to-deposit figure of just 2.6 years makes it one of Sheffield's more accessible areas for those trying to get onto the property ladder. Private renting is relatively limited here — only around one in ten homes is privately rented — which tends to keep the tenure mix stable and the streets quieter.
Social housing makes up a significant 30% of the housing stock, which is well above the national average. That shapes the community mix: this isn't an area seeing rapid gentrification or sharp rental inflation. It's mostly settled households — couples, single occupiers, and older owner-occupiers who've been here for years.
On the practical side, there's a tram stop within a short walk — just under 500 metres — which connects into Sheffield's wider Supertram network. The nearest mainline rail station is further out, roughly 3.6 km away (around a 45-minute walk, so most residents drive — nearly 58% commute by car). Greenspace is accessible too, with the nearest park or open space around 400 metres away, and about 36% of the area within easy walking distance of green space.
See the streets and sub-areas below for more on how different parts of Sheffield 065 compare.
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Frequently asked
- Is Sheffield 065 a nice place to live?
- It depends what you're after. It's a quiet, settled neighbourhood — mostly owner-occupiers and older residents, with low housing costs and decent greenspace nearby. It's not an area with a buzzy high street or a young demographic, but if stability and affordability matter more than nightlife, it has genuine appeal.
- What is the rent in Sheffield 065?
- Private renting is relatively rare here — only around 10% of homes are privately rented. Our rent estimates are scaled from local sale prices rather than direct survey data, as official rent figures are only collected at council level. Median property prices sit around £165,000, suggesting rents are towards the lower end of Sheffield's range.
- Is Sheffield 065 safe?
- The recorded crime rate is around 129 per 1,000 residents a year — higher than the UK national average of about 80. The area sits in the lower third nationally for deprivation, which often correlates with higher crime. It's worth comparing to neighbouring Sheffield areas for a clearer picture of relative risk.
- What's the commute from Sheffield 065 to Sheffield city centre?
- There's a tram stop within about 460 metres — under a 10-minute walk — which connects into the Supertram network and gives a straightforward route into the city centre. Most residents still drive (nearly 58%), but the tram access is one of the neighbourhood's practical strengths.
- Who lives in Sheffield 065?
- Mostly older, settled residents — over a quarter are aged 65 or more, and 60% own their home. Single-person households make up around 36% of the total. It's not a young professional area or a student enclave; it's a community where people tend to stay for the long term.
- What schools are near Sheffield 065?
- There are 69 schools within typical catchment distance, so choice isn't the issue. Around 68% of those are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted — below the national average of roughly 89%. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is about 1.4 km away. Checking specific catchment boundaries is important, as Sheffield allocates school places by address.
- How long is the commute from Sheffield 065 to Manchester?
- By public transport, it's around 108 minutes to Manchester. The nearest mainline rail station is about 3.6 km away, so most residents drive to catch trains rather than walking. The neighbourhood's tram connection helps for local journeys, but longer intercity commutes require a car or extra transit leg.