Sheffield Central
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Sheffield Central includes the city centre and surrounding districts such as Broomhill, Netherthorpe, and Highfield. It is home to major institutions such as the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University, contributing to a large student and academic population. The constituency is one of the most diverse in the region, with a vibrant cultural, culinary, and nightlife scene. The economy is service-driven, with higher education, retail, and digital industries playing key roles. Significant urban regeneration is underway, including new housing, transport hubs, and office developments. With excellent public transport and a dense city environment, Sheffield Central is dynamic and fast-paced.
Wards in Sheffield Central
Sheffield Central is divided into 4 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
- City
- Nether Edge and Sharrow
- Walkley
Sheffield Central is a constituency that covers these wards in Sheffield.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 12,140 | 13.06% | 1,157,053 | 20.88% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 29,946 | 32.23% | 485,848 | 8.77% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 20,223 | 21.76% | 726,186 | 13.11% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 13,713 | 14.76% | 1,017,489 | 18.36% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 9,307 | 10.02% | 1,092,608 | 19.72% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 7,597 | 8.18% | 1,062,078 | 19.17% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 53,692 | 59.69% | 80.85% | 74.42% |
| Other White | 5,554 | 6.17% | 3.80% | 6.15% |
| Pakistani | 5,295 | 5.89% | 5.41% | 2.66% |
| Chinese | 4,534 | 5.04% | 0.54% | 0.75% |
| African | 4,091 | 4.55% | 1.48% | 2.50% |
| Arab | 2,854 | 3.17% | 0.46% | 0.56% |
| Indian | 2,607 | 2.90% | 1.48% | 3.13% |
| Any other ethnic group | 2,354 | 2.62% | 0.98% | 1.55% |
| Other Asian | 2,258 | 2.51% | 0.92% | 1.63% |
| White and Asian | 1,282 | 1.43% | 0.67% | 0.82% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 1,047 | 1.16% | 0.72% | 0.86% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 1,004 | 1.12% | 0.46% | 0.78% |
| Caribbean | 838 | 0.93% | 0.41% | 1.05% |
| Bangladeshi | 723 | 0.80% | 0.53% | 1.08% |
| Irish | 693 | 0.77% | 0.46% | 0.85% |
| White and Black African | 506 | 0.56% | 0.29% | 0.42% |
| Other Black | 377 | 0.42% | 0.26% | 0.50% |
| Roma | 215 | 0.24% | 0.17% | 0.17% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 25 | 0.03% | 0.11% | 0.11% |