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About Attercliffe
Attercliffe is a district within the city of Sheffield, located in South Yorkshire, England. It lies to the north-east of the city centre and is part of the S9 postcode area. The area has a mix of residential housing, local shops, and community facilities, reflecting its long-standing role as a residential neighbourhood. Historically, Attercliffe was known for its industrial activity, particularly in metalworking and engineering, and remnants of this heritage can still be seen in the local landscape. The area is well-connected by road and rail, with Attercliffe railway station providing regular services to Sheffield and surrounding areas. It is also close to the River Don, which runs through the district and offers walking paths for local residents. Attercliffe has undergone regeneration in recent years, with improvements to housing and public spaces.
School Ratings in Attercliffe
Families in Attercliffe have access to 238 local schools. Brightside Nursery Infant School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Attercliffe
Homes sell for an average of £276K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £134K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Attercliffe
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Attercliffe, with 128 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Attercliffe
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Attercliffe within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.
Healthcare in Attercliffe
There are 74 GP surgeries within three miles of Attercliffe, the nearest being Burngreave Surgery (0.9 miles away).
Local Data for Attercliffe
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Property Prices 2,545 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the S9 postcode area.
Household Income in Attercliffe ONS 2023
The average total household income in Attercliffe is approximately £39,637 a year before tax, 28% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £30,753. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £30,753.
Businesses in Attercliffe ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,537 active businesses based in Attercliffe, around 53 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 78% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 81 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Attercliffe IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Attercliffe experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.
Crime in Attercliffe 873 crimes · April 2026
Crime figures for Attercliffe are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Attercliffe
Of the 10,667 households in and around Attercliffe, 55% are owned, 25% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Attercliffe.