S18 1SD is a safe, established residential area on Lea Road, 0.2km from Quoit Green 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 1SD offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £450k, down 9.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S18 1SD are sourced from Output Area E00100116 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEA ROAD, S18 1SD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEA ROAD, S18 1SD.
325
43
£ 37,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S18 1SD 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.
Area Character
S18 1SD is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £450k, 88% 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 9.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S18 1SD. The average age is 43.2. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 265,000
7 sales · Mean £ 304,071
Detached
£ 480,000
5 sales · Mean £ 494,234
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S18 1SD has low crime rates — 19 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
Dronfield Stonelow Junior School
Lenthall Infant and Nursery School
Northfield Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Bar At The Forge0.3 km
- The Dronfield Arms0.2 km
- Dronfield Pioneer Club0.9 km
- Fox In The Box0.9 km
- Hilltop Sports And Social Club0.9 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Atrium Cafe0.3 km
- Ayesha's Restaurant0.2 km
- Dronfield Hall Barn0.5 km
- Kennedys Food's Ltd0.6 km
- Cliffe Park Cafe0.4 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Co-Op Late Shop0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Kuchene Deli0.3 km
- Village Fisheries0.2 km
- Fat Sam's0.2 km
- Masala Indian Take Away0.6 km
- China Chef0.2 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.6 km
- Peak Pharmacy0.6 km
- Butler's Bakery0.6 km
- Deli-Licious Bakery And Catering Service Ltd0.6 km
- Fired (Preserve Product Sales)0.6 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dronfield0.2 km
- Dore & Totley4.4 km
- Chesterfield7.6 km
Bus Stops
- Fletcher Avenue0.2 km
- Dronfield Rail Station0.2 km
- Dronfield Rail Station0.2 km
- Green Lane0.2 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: S181SD · Data under Open Government Licence