ROTHAY CLOSE, S18 8PR House Prices & Local Information

S18 8PR is a sought-after residential area on Rothay Close, 0.3km from Gosforth Valley in Dronfield. Administratively it sits within Gosforth Valley ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in S18, S18 8PR offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 98% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £348k. 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 8PR are sourced from Output Area E00100174 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.