About Chapeltown

Chapeltown is a residential area located in the city of Sheffield, within South Yorkshire, England. It lies to the north of the city centre and is part of the S35 postcode area. The area has a mix of housing types, including terraced and semi-detached homes, and is served by local shops, schools, and community facilities. Chapeltown is well connected by public transport, with regular bus services linking it to central Sheffield and surrounding neighbourhoods. The area has a long history, with its name reflecting its origins as a settlement near a chapel. It remains a close-knit community with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Chapeltown

There are 124 schools in and around Chapeltown. Oughtibridge Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chapeltown

The average property price is £244K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £202K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chapeltown

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Chapeltown, with 28 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chapeltown

Chapeltown sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chapeltown

Broadband speeds in Chapeltown are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,191 sales

Average Price £244K
£195 — £25.81M
Detached £329K 1,392
Semi £202K 1,918
Terraced £161K 1,174
Flat £118K 352

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

78 Primary
12 Secondary
34 Other
Lound Junior School Primary Good 0.1 miles Chapeltown 0.3 miles Lound Infant School Primary Good 0.4 miles Coit Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Windmill Hill Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Paces School for Conductive Education Good 0.7 miles Greengate Lane Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Ecclesfield School Secondary Good 0.9 miles Chapeltown Academy 16 plus 1 miles St Mary's Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary 1.1 miles High Green Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Angram Bank Family Hub Network Site Requires Improvement 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chapeltown IMD 2025

Chapeltown sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,062 Children (0-15) 16%
33,802 Working Age 60%
17,965 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.9% 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 Chapeltown 163 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Chapeltown records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

48 Violence & Sexual Offences
28 Anti-Social Behaviour
23 Shoplifting
17 Public Order
15 Other Theft
8 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Burglary
5 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Robbery
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

Chapeltown (South Yorkshire) Train Station 0.2 miles
Elsecar Train Station 3.4 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 3.9 miles
Wombwell Train Station 4.2 miles
Rotherham Central Train Station 4.9 miles
Silkstone Common Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lane End 0 yards Charltonbrook 0.6 miles Burncross 0.6 miles Warren 0.6 miles Hood Hill 0.9 miles Mortomley 0.9 miles Thorpe Hesley 1.2 miles Ecclesfield 1.2 miles Barnes Hall 1.4 miles Wood Seats 1.4 miles Spittal Houses 1.4 miles Potter Hill 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Sheffield
Ward Stannington
Constituency Sheffield, Hallam
Parish Bradfield
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in S35 30 shown View all streets

A61 2 A6102 3 A616 3 Acacia Avenue 1 Acorn Court 1 Aire Close 1 Albany Avenue 1 Allen Gardens 2 Alma Road 1 Angram Road 2 Angram View 1 Annat Place 1 Anvil Crescent 1 Arncliffe Drive 1 Arundel Road 5 Ashbourne Grove 1 Ashwood Close 1 Aspen Road 2 Astwell Gardens 1 Avon Grove 1 Backfield Rise 1 Bagger Wood Road 2 Bank Lane 1 Bank Side 1 Barnes Hall Road 3 Bedford Road 1 Beechfern Close 1 Beely Road 2 Bellamy Close 2 Belmont Avenue 1

Postcodes in S35 50 shown View all postcodes

S35 0AA S35 0AB S35 0AD S35 0AE S35 0AF S35 0AG S35 0AH S35 0AJ S35 0AL S35 0AN S35 0AP S35 0AQ S35 0AR S35 0AS S35 0AT S35 0AU S35 0AW S35 0AX S35 0AY S35 0AZ S35 0BA S35 0BB S35 0BD S35 0BE S35 0BF S35 0BG S35 0BH S35 0BJ S35 0BL S35 0BN S35 0BQ S35 0BS S35 0BT S35 0BU S35 0BX S35 0BY S35 0BZ S35 0DA S35 0DB S35 0DD S35 0DE S35 0DF S35 0DG S35 0DH S35 0DJ S35 0DL S35 0DN S35 0DP S35 0DQ S35 0DR