S5 Sheffield is in the active gentrification stage with a trajectory score of 61.6 out of 100, placing it in the 96th percentile nationally. Property prices have expanded at a compound annual growth rate of 4.4 per cent over five years, whilst rental yields have grown faster at 6.1 per cent annually over the same period. The divergence between rental and capital growth rates reflects the district's transition characteristics, with buy-to-let investors potentially benefiting more than those purchasing for long-term appreciation. Market activity indicators suggest continued development momentum, though investors should note that active gentrification phases carry varying outcomes across individual postcodes within the broader S5 area.
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- 1Property prices up 3.9% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.1% per year
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What's changing in Sheffield · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.7 points this month to 61/100, driven mainly by demand.
Sheffield (S5) common questions
Is Sheffield up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Sheffield (S5) as Active. Its trajectory score is 61/100 (Strong), in the top 6% of districts nationally. The score is up 2.8 points over the last 12 months.
Is Sheffield safe?
Sheffield has a safety score of 25/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Sheffield?
The average property price in Sheffield (S5) is £239k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 3.9% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Sheffield?
The median monthly rent in Sheffield (S5) is £916 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Sheffield?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Dronfield (S18), Sheffield (S2), Sheffield (S4), Sheffield (S6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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