About Arbourthorne

Arbourthorne is a residential area located in the city of Sheffield, within South Yorkshire, England. It lies to the south of the city centre and is part of the S2 postcode area. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of older Victorian and Edwardian properties alongside more modern developments. Arbourthorne is well-served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and public transport links, making it a convenient place to live. The nearby Ecclesall Road offers a range of cafes, restaurants, and independent retailers, contributing to a lively community atmosphere. It is also close to several parks and green spaces, including the expansive Ecclesall Woods, which provide opportunities for walking and recreation. The area is known for its strong sense of community and accessible location within Sheffield.

School Ratings in Arbourthorne

Families in Arbourthorne have access to 224 local schools. Phoenix School of Therapeutic Education is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Arbourthorne

Homes sell for an average of £203K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £142K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Arbourthorne

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Arbourthorne, with 326 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Arbourthorne

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Arbourthorne 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 Arbourthorne

Arbourthorne 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 4,801 sales

Average Price £203K
£220 — £68.35M
Detached £189K 195
Semi £153K 1,522
Terraced £142K 1,604
Flat £133K 1,221

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

133 Primary
26 Secondary
65 Other
Sheffield Inclusion Centre Good 0.1 miles Norfolk Community Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Manor Lodge Community Primary and Nursery School Primary 0.5 miles Arbourthorne & Norfolk Park Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Arbourthorne Community Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Sheffield Springs Academy Secondary 0.6 miles Prince Edward Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Archdale School Good 0.6 miles St Theresa's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Emmaus Catholic and CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Discovery Academy 0.8 miles Willow Park School 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Arbourthorne IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Arbourthorne 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
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
5/10
11,916 Children (0-15) 18%
46,058 Working Age 70%
9,954 Older (60+) 15%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 60.8% of children in income-deprived families
Below Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 43.8% 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 Arbourthorne 1,853 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Arbourthorne 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.

643 Violence & Sexual Offences
326 Anti-Social Behaviour
150 Public Order
137 Criminal Damage & Arson
131 Shoplifting
116 Other Theft
81 Drugs
75 Burglary
67 Vehicle Crime
40 Other Crime
36 Robbery
23 Weapons
22 Theft from Person
6 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 1.8 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 3.3 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 3.8 miles
Dore And Totley Train Station 4 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 5.6 miles
Chapeltown (South Yorkshire) Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Manor Estate 0.6 miles Manor Park 0.6 miles Sheffield Park 0.9 miles Intake 0.9 miles Rollestone 0.9 miles Lowfield 1.2 miles Highfield 1.2 miles Gleadless Valley 1.2 miles Meersbrook 1.4 miles Heeley 1.4 miles Hollins End 1.4 miles Park Hill 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Sheffield
Ward Manor Castle
Constituency Sheffield Central
Parish Sheffield, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S2 30 shown View all streets

Alderson Place 1 Alderson Road 5 Alderson Road North 1 Alexandra Road 3 Algar Crescent 1 Algar Road 4 Alison Crescent 1 Angleton Avenue 1 Angleton Close 1 Angleton Gardens 1 Angleton Green 1 Angleton Mews 1 Anns Road 2 Anns Road North 3 Arbourthorne Road 6 Archdale Close 1 Archdale Road 2 Arley Street 1 Asline Road 1 Atherton Close 1 Atherton Road 2 Aylward Close 1 Aylward Road 2 Babington Close 2 Babington Court 1 Bard Street 3 Barnes Court 1 Bassett Place 1 Bassett Road 1 Bassledene Court 2

Postcodes in S2 50 shown View all postcodes

S2 1AA S2 1AB S2 1AD S2 1AE S2 1AF S2 1AG S2 1AH S2 1AJ S2 1AL S2 1AN S2 1AP S2 1AQ S2 1AR S2 1AS S2 1AW S2 1AX S2 1AZ S2 1BA S2 1BB S2 1BD S2 1BE S2 1BF S2 1BG S2 1BH S2 1BJ S2 1BL S2 1BN S2 1BP S2 1BQ S2 1BR S2 1BS S2 1BT S2 1BU S2 1BX S2 1BY S2 1BZ S2 1DA S2 1DD S2 1DE S2 1DF S2 1DG S2 1DH S2 1DJ S2 1DL S2 1DN S2 1DP S2 1DQ S2 1DR S2 1DS S2 1DT