Postcode Analysis North East Derbyshire, East Midlands

THIRLMERE DRIVE, S18 2HW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THIRLMERE DRIVE, S18 2HW.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S18 2HW 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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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

S18 2HW is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

S18 2HW is a mixed residential area on Thirlmere Drive, 0.2km from Snape Hill in Dronfield. Administratively it sits within Dronfield North ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £224k.

Census 2021 statistics for S18 2HW are sourced from Output Area E00100100 (shared with 10 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 2HW. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 199,950

3 sales · Mean £ 193,633

Semi-Detached

£ 158,750

6 sales · Mean £ 181,666

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

Crime around S18 2HW is moderate at 76 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.

Shoplifting129
Violence and sexual offences42
Anti-social behaviour13
Drugs13
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Lenthall Infant and Nursery School

Good86 pupils0.5 km
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Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School

Outstanding1872 pupils0.5 km
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Dronfield Junior School

Good357 pupils0.6 km
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Dronfield Infant School

Outstanding259 pupils0.6 km
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Holmesdale Infant School

Outstanding149 pupils0.7 km
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Dronfield Stonelow Junior School

Good169 pupils1.0 km
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Northfield Junior School

Good160 pupils1.2 km
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Gorseybrigg Primary School and Nursery

Good231 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Bar At The Forge0.3 km
  • The Dronfield Arms0.7 km
  • Yew Tree Inn0.9 km
  • Contact Club0.2 km
  • The Green Dragon0.3 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Atrium Cafe0.3 km
  • Ayesha's Restaurant0.5 km
  • Dronfield Hall Barn0.3 km
  • Cliffe Park Cafe0.7 km
  • Mint Leaf (18) Ltd0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

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

11 nearby
  • Kuchene Deli0.3 km
  • Village Fisheries0.4 km
  • Fat Sam's0.5 km
  • Masala Indian Take Away0.5 km
  • Wonderful Chinese0.9 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.5 km
  • Peak Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Cooplands0.4 km
  • It`s All About You Eco0.3 km
  • Butler's Bakery0.3 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dronfield0.4 km
  • Dore & Totley3.8 km
  • Chesterfield8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Greyhound0.1 km
  • Greyhound0.1 km
  • Princess Road0.2 km
  • Snape Hill Lane0.2 km
  • Princess Road0.2 km