As of November 2026 in the Sheffield area (postal area code S) we track a total of 1097 sites, made up of 876 independent sites and 221 franchised sites. Of the 876 independent sites listed, 604 are SMR (service, maintenance and repair) sites and 245 are used car sites and 27 are combined sites.
Ford has the most franchise contracts of any brand in this area. Within the Sheffield area there are a total of 104 brands represented by franchised sites. 107 franchised contracts are owned by 6 groups of which Stoneacre is the largest.
Autosites is a powerful ally in any network planning analysis. It is also essential for undertaking competitor intelligence studies, comparing the landscape of franchised dealers against independent garages and their specific activities. Where they exist, social media accounts are included, enabling opportunities to gain insight for research and the competitive context of an area. This is particularly useful for marketing and relationship building.
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| Town | Independents |
|---|---|
| Sheffield | 412 |
| Rotherham | 153 |
| Chesterfield | 115 |
| Barnsley | 108 |
| Worksop | 43 |
| Mexborough | 21 |
| Dronfield | 8 |
| Hope Valley | 7 |
| Swinton | 1 |
| + 9 more towns | 8 |