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 235 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 £239K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £128K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Attercliffe

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Attercliffe, with 108 incidents recorded in March 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Attercliffe

Attercliffe benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,531 sales

Average Price £239K
£155 £23.47M
Detached £173K 91
Semi £128K 1,048
Terraced £107K 892
Flat £81K 73

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.

Overall Deprivation
2/10
Income
2/10
Employment
2/10
Education
2/10
Health
2/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
11,738 Children (0-15) 23%
32,568 Working Age 63%
9,016 Older (60+) 17%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 68.6% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 42.9% 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 Attercliffe 807 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

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.

261 Violence & Sexual Offences
108 Anti-Social Behaviour
107 Shoplifting
69 Public Order
61 Criminal Damage & Arson
46 Other Theft
45 Vehicle Crime
34 Drugs
32 Burglary
15 Other Crime
14 Weapons
8 Robbery
6 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Darnall Train Station 1.2 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 2.1 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 3.9 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 4.2 miles
Chapeltown (South Yorkshire) Train Station 5 miles
Dore And Totley Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Local Government

District Sheffield
Ward Shiregreen & Brightside
Constituency Sheffield, Brightside and Hillsborough
Parish Sheffield, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber