S18 1RU is a safe, established residential area on Gomersal Lane, 0.4km from Quoit Green in Dronfield. Administratively it sits within Dronfield South ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.
For families considering a move, S18 1RU represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
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 £295k, up 17.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S18 1RU are sourced from Output Area E00100111 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOMERSAL LANE, S18 1RU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOMERSAL LANE, S18 1RU.
303
35
£ 37,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
S18 1RU is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 35 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 17.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S18 1RU. The average age is 35.1. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 185,000
9 sales · Mean £ 200,888
Detached
£ 555,000
4 sales · Mean £ 518,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S18 1RU 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
Dronfield Infant School
Dronfield Junior School
Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School
Holmesdale Infant School
Lenthall Infant and Nursery School
Dronfield Stonelow Junior School
Gorseybrigg Primary School and Nursery
St Andrew's CofE Methodist (Aided) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- The Bar At The Forge0.4 km
- The Dronfield Arms0.5 km
- Hilltop Sports And Social Club0.7 km
- Hyde Park Inn0.5 km
- The Green Dragon0.4 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Atrium Cafe0.4 km
- Ayesha's Restaurant0.5 km
- Dronfield Hall Barn0.4 km
- Kennedys Food's Ltd1.0 km
- Cliffe Park Cafe0.7 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Co-Op Late Shop0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Kuchene Deli0.4 km
- Village Fisheries0.5 km
- Fat Sam's0.5 km
- Masala Indian Take Away0.9 km
- China Chef0.5 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Peak Pharmacy0.9 km
- Butler's Bakery0.8 km
- Deli-Licious Bakery And Catering Service Ltd0.9 km
- Fired (Preserve Product Sales)0.9 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dronfield0.4 km
- Dore & Totley4.3 km
- Chesterfield7.6 km
Bus Stops
- Curzon Avenue0.2 km
- Fletcher Avenue0.2 km
- Curzon Avenue0.2 km
- Pembroke Road 210.2 km
- Hollins Spring Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S181RU · Data under Open Government Licence