S7Sheffield

Crookes & Ranmoor Village

Crookes & Ranmoor Village investment guide. Average gross yield 2.8%, landlord's market rental demand.

2.8%avg gross yield

£295kavg sold price (210 sales, 12mo)

Landlord's marketrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

2.8%

-4.5% vs Sheffield avg (7.3%)

Average Asking Price

£294,500

high confidence (210 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

£927

2-bed · 3-bed £1,232 · 5.2% yield

Price Per Sq Ft

£300

City avg £195/sqft · 105 above average

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in S7

1-bed

£719

per month

6.9% yield

2-bed

£927

per month

5.2% yield

3-bed

£1,232

per month

5.1% yield

4-bed

£1,127

per month

3.0% yield

Ownership mix

S7 vs UK average · 13,842 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

Distinct tenure mix: 8% socially rented (9pp lower than the UK average of 17%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

34.3%(UK 32.9%)

+1.4pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

32.1%(UK 29.7%)

+2.4pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

25.9%(UK 20.3%)

+5.6pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

7.7%(UK 17.1%)

-9.4pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in S7

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	6.2%	£261,500	£1,351
Semi-detached →	3.8%	£420,707	£1,326
Detached →	3.0%	£533,859	£1,354
Flat →	6.7%	£169,294	£943

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About Crookes & Ranmoor Village (S7, Sheffield)

S7 attracts property investors seeking a landlord's market with strong rental demand and reasonable entry prices around £294,500. The 1-bedroom segment particularly stands out, offering a 6.9% gross yield that significantly outperforms larger properties, making it a compelling option for buy-to-let portfolios focused on the professional rental market.

The area draws a mixed tenant demographic, predominantly young professionals and small households seeking convenient suburban living. The strong 1-bed rental demand suggests a reliable market for single occupants or couples, though investors should note that 4-bed properties show notably weaker yields at 3%, indicating a softer market segment for larger family homes.

The 2.8% average gross yield is moderate for the current market, and investors should carefully evaluate individual property conditions and maintenance costs before purchase. Yields decline sharply across 3 and 4-bedroom properties, so portfolio composition matters significantly; focus on 1 and 2-bedroom stock to align with demand patterns and rental returns.

Sold Price Trend - S7

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

+26.9% over 2 years

Flip Activity - S7

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+34.2%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

11 mo

Flip rate

0.6%

of all sales

Recent case studies

abbeydale road

Terraced

Bought Jan 25

£148k

Sold Dec 25

£262k

11 mo+75.9%*

Leasehold - extension not verified

Gross 77.3%

edgedale road

Semi

Bought Apr 24

£365k

Sold Jul 25

£442k

16 mo+16.7%*

Leasehold - extension not verified

Gross 21.1%

abbeydale road

Flat

Bought Nov 24

£130k

Sold Jun 25

£170k

7 mo+34.2%*

Gross 30.8%

* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.

Planning & Licensing - S7

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect

HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

Article 4 directions cover parts of Sheffield. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.

Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.

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