About Birleyhay

Birleyhay is a small settlement located in Derbyshire, within the S12 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional rural landscape. While not a large community, Birleyhay offers a sense of tranquillity and connection to the local countryside. The village is situated near other small hamlets and is accessible via local roads that link to nearby towns. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Derbyshire region, with walking trails and scenic views available in the surrounding area.

School Ratings in Birleyhay

Birleyhay is served by 163 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Birleyhay

Property prices average £165K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £156K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Birleyhay

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Birleyhay, with 94 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Birleyhay

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Birleyhay falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Birleyhay

Most properties in Birleyhay can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,955 sales

Average Price £165K
£150 — £5.55M
Detached £270K 419
Semi £156K 2,595
Terraced £138K 563
Flat £110K 176

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

102 Primary
19 Secondary
42 Other
Ridgeway Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Marsh Lane Primary School Primary Good 1 miles The Birley Academy Secondary 1.5 miles Eckington School Secondary 1.5 miles Charnock Children's Centre 1.6 miles Charnock Hall Primary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Birley Primary Academy Primary 1.6 miles Mosborough Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.8 miles Birk Hill Infant & Nursery School Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Valley Park Family Hub 1.9 miles Woodlands Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles St John Fisher Primary, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Good 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Birleyhay IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Birleyhay in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,895 Children (0-15) 16%
30,613 Working Age 63%
13,308 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 37.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Birleyhay 592 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Birleyhay is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

224 Violence & Sexual Offences
94 Anti-Social Behaviour
51 Criminal Damage & Arson
47 Shoplifting
35 Vehicle Crime
34 Other Theft
30 Public Order
23 Burglary
21 Other Crime
18 Drugs
9 Weapons
4 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Woodhouse Train Station 3.6 miles
Dore And Totley Train Station 4.5 miles
Darnall Train Station 4.5 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 6.8 miles
Kiveton Park Train Station 7.1 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ford 0.6 miles Greenside 0.6 miles Troway 0.6 miles Marsh Lane 0.9 miles Bramley 0.9 miles Ridgeway 0.9 miles Ridgeway Moor 0.9 miles Plumbley 1.2 miles Apperknowle 1.4 miles Highlane 1.4 miles Charnock Hall 1.4 miles Moorhole 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Sheffield
County Derbyshire
Ward Richmond
Constituency Sheffield, Heeley
Parish Sheffield, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S12 30 shown View all streets

Adastral Avenue 1 Albert Road 1 Alnwick Road 4 Alport Avenue 1 Alport Drive 1 Alport Grove 1 Alport Place 1 Alport Road 2 Applegarth Close 1 Arnold Avenue 5 Ashfield Close 1 Ashfield Drive 1 Ashleigh Croft 1 Ashleigh Drive 1 Ashleigh Place 1 Barlby Grove 1 Bartle Avenue 1 Bartle Drive 1 Bartle Road 2 Bartle Way 1 Basegreen Avenue 2 Basegreen Close 1 Basegreen Crescent 1 Basegreen Drive 2 Basegreen Place 1 Basegreen Road 2 Basegreen Way 1 Beighton Road 2 Birchvale Road 1 Birley Lane 1

Postcodes in S12 50 shown View all postcodes

S12 2AA S12 2AB S12 2AD S12 2AE S12 2AF S12 2AG S12 2AH S12 2AJ S12 2AL S12 2AN S12 2AP S12 2AQ S12 2AR S12 2AS S12 2AT S12 2AU S12 2AW S12 2AX S12 2AY S12 2AZ S12 2BB S12 2BD S12 2BE S12 2BF S12 2BG S12 2BH S12 2BJ S12 2BL S12 2BN S12 2BP S12 2BQ S12 2BR S12 2BS S12 2BT S12 2BU S12 2BW S12 2BX S12 2BY S12 2BZ S12 2DA S12 2DE S12 2DF S12 2DG S12 2DH S12 2DJ S12 2DL S12 2DN S12 2DP S12 2DQ S12 2DR