Postcode Analysis North East Derbyshire, East Midlands

S18 1NQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for S18 1NQ.

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Population

216

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: S18 1NQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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10/10
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3/10
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4/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates S18 1NQ — age 49, 47% ownership, 24% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S18 1NQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Dronfield in Dronfield. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Dronfield South ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.

Within the S18 district, this postcode is characterised by a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for S18 1NQ are sourced from Output Area E00100117 (shared with 46 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S18 1NQ. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian2.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

S18 1NQ has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting89
Violence and sexual offences26
Anti-social behaviour13
Burglary7
Vehicle crime6

school Local Schools

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Dronfield Junior School

Good357 pupils0.4 km
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Dronfield Infant School

Outstanding259 pupils0.4 km
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Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School

Outstanding1872 pupils0.5 km
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Lenthall Infant and Nursery School

Good86 pupils0.9 km
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Holmesdale Infant School

Outstanding149 pupils1.0 km
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Dronfield Stonelow Junior School

Good169 pupils1.2 km
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Gorseybrigg Primary School and Nursery

Good231 pupils1.3 km
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St Andrew's CofE Methodist (Aided) Primary School

Good217 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • The Bar At The Forge0.2 km
  • The Dronfield Arms0.6 km
  • Lockdown Distillery0.4 km
  • The Blue Stoops0.1 km
  • The Chantry Hotel0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Atrium Cafe0.2 km
  • Ayesha's Restaurant0.5 km
  • Dronfield Hall Barn0.1 km
  • Cliffe Park Cafe0.7 km
  • Mint Leaf (18) Ltd0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • Co-Op Late Shop0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Kuchene Deli0.2 km
  • Village Fisheries0.3 km
  • Fat Sam's0.5 km
  • Masala Indian Take Away0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.1 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.7 km
  • Peak Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.1 km
  • The Corner Shop0.0 km
  • Cooplands0.0 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dronfield0.4 km
  • Dore & Totley4.0 km
  • Chesterfield7.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Civic Centre0.1 km
  • Snape Hill Lane0.2 km
  • Snape Hill Lane0.2 km
  • Dronfield Rail Station0.3 km
  • Wreakes Lane Top0.3 km