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Area guide

S3 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the S3 postcode area, covering Sheffield and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

S3 area price snapshot

Average price

£201,750

Median price

£104,500

5-year trend

+58.7%

Total sales

7,376

The S3 area has 333 individual postcodes with 7,376 registered sales. Prices are +49.2% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Sheffield. The five-year price movement is +58.7%.

About Sheffield

A green city on the edge of the Peak District, with a strong manufacturing heritage, affordable housing and improving rail connections.

🚆 Main station

Sheffield

⏱️ London commute

~125 min by train

🏫 Notable school

King Edward VII School (Outstanding)

View full Sheffield property data →

Market context

With an average of £201,750, S3 is a mid-range area, +49.2% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 7,376 recorded sales across 333 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in S3 is +58.7%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for S3

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how S3 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in S3.
  • 🏘️Explore Sheffield. Much of the S3 activity centres on Sheffield. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the S3 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in S3

S3 8NR

£114,253 avg · 205 sales

S3 8NE

£114,677 avg · 177 sales

S3 7AQ

£121,952 avg · 147 sales

S3 8NG

£132,227 avg · 147 sales

S3 7SS

£116,295 avg · 143 sales

S3 7AH

£80,741 avg · 135 sales

S3 8BJ

£102,042 avg · 133 sales

S3 8BR

£123,758 avg · 124 sales

S3 8NF

£108,869 avg · 119 sales

View all 333 postcodes in S3 →

Useful tools for S3 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,535

Avg £201,750 in S3

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare S3 with other areas

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Sheffield data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This S3 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in S3?

The average sold price in the S3 postcode area is £201,750, based on 7,376 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Sheffield.

How do S3 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in S3 average £201,750, which is +49.2% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in S3 lower than the average?

The median price (£104,500) is 48.2% below the average (£201,750), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have S3 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in S3 have moved +58.7% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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