S18 1NJ is a sought-after residential area on Burns Drive, 0.1km from Hallowes in Dronfield. Administratively it sits within Dronfield South ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in S18, S18 1NJ offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £197k, down 31.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for S18 1NJ are sourced from Output Area E00100114 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BURNS DRIVE, S18 1NJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURNS DRIVE, S18 1NJ.
294
44
£ 49,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S18 1NJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
S18 1NJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £197k, 91% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 31.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S18 1NJ. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 120,000
11 sales · Mean £ 131,090
Detached
£ 257,000
2 sales · Mean £ 257,000
Semi-Detached
£ 242,500
15 sales · Mean £ 249,659
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S18 1NJ has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Unstone Junior School
Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School
Dronfield Infant School
Dronfield Junior School
Dronfield Stonelow Junior School
Unstone St Mary's Infant School
Holmesdale Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Dronfield Arms0.9 km
- Fox In The Box0.8 km
- Hilltop Sports And Social Club1.0 km
- The Underdog0.9 km
- The White Swan0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Kennedys Food's Ltd0.6 km
- Cliffe Park Cafe1.0 km
- Dronfield Gymnastics Academy0.9 km
- Hallowes Golf Club Ltd - Bar0.3 km
- Peppercorn At The Hallowes0.3 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Unstone Hill Farm Shop0.6 km
- Fired (Preserve Product Sales)0.6 km
- The Beer Stop (including King Brisket Time)1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- China Chef0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dronfield1.2 km
- Dore & Totley5.4 km
- Chesterfield6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Burns Drive0.1 km
- Burns Drive0.1 km
- Highgate Drive0.2 km
- Chaucer Drive0.2 km
- Shakespeare Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S181NJ · Data under Open Government Licence