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About Brightside
Brightside is a residential area located in the city of Sheffield, within South Yorkshire, England. It lies just to the north of the city centre and is easily accessible via the A61 road. The area is known for its mix of terraced housing and modern developments, with a range of local shops, cafes, and community facilities. Brightside is served by Brightside railway station, which provides regular services to Sheffield and surrounding areas. The postcode area S9 2 covers parts of the locality, including residential streets and small commercial premises. It is a well-connected part of Sheffield with a strong sense of local identity and a diverse community.
School Ratings in Brightside
Brightside is served by 236 schools. Brightside Nursery Infant School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brightside
Property prices average £276K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £134K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brightside
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Brightside, with 147 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Brightside
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brightside is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income deprivation is more prevalent, with household earnings falling below the national average.
Healthcare in Brightside
There are 65 GP surgeries within three miles of Brightside, the nearest being Upwell Street Surgery (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Brightside
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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 Brightside ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brightside 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 Brightside ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,537 active businesses based in Brightside, 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 Brightside IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Brightside as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.
Crime in Brightside 835 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Brightside 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Brightside
Of the 10,667 households in and around Brightside, 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 Brightside.