Hollins Spring Avenue is in Dronfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S18 1RN is located in the Dronfield South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hollins Spring Avenue, Dronfield, S18 1RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S18 1TB, S18 1RQ, S18 1RE, S18 1RS, S18 1TR, S18 1SU, S18 1RR, S18 1TA, S18 1RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S18 1RN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.2% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.8% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of S18 1RN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.8% | 20.3% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -17.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 57.7% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 13.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 4% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9.7% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 7.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.3% | 53.4% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 32.7% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 10.3% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15% | 12.4% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 8.4% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12.8% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.2% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 26.1% | 16.3% | 16.9% | 9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 34.1% | 0.0% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.6% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.6% | 95.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96.1% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hollins Spring Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Dronfield South average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Hollins Spring Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2025-07-11 | £333,360 |
| 20 Hollins Spring Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2023-08-04 | £235,534 |
| 32 Hollins Spring Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2023-07-07 | £244,693 |
| 11 Hollins Spring Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-02-04 | £259,889 |
| 7 Hollins Spring Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2020-11-20 | £225,192 |
The percentage of retired residents living in S18 1RN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dronfield Junior School School Lane , S18 1RY | - not rated | 376 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Infant School School Lane , S18 1RY | - not rated | 376 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Stonelow Junior School Stonelow Road , S18 2EP | - not rated | 1,310 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmesdale Infant School The Avenue , S18 2LR | - not rated | 1,398 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lenthall Infant and Nursery School Marsh Avenue , S18 2HB | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School Green Lane , S18 2FZ | 3out of 4 | 782 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | 3out of 4 | 3,606 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | - not rated | 3,606 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gleadless Valley School Matthews Lane , S8 8JS | - not rated | 5,003 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittington Green School High Street , Old Whittington S41 9LG | 3out of 4 | 5,046 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Tertiary College Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | - not rated | 3,770 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossbrook School Bochum Parkway , S8 8JR | 3out of 4 | 4,114 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly House Special School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | - not rated | 4,381 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly House Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | - not rated | 4,381 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly House Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | - not rated | 4,381 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe | 12 Dronfield Civic Centre, Dronfield | 546 yd | |
| Atrium Cafe | Unit 15, The Forge | 598 yd | |
| Dronfield Hall Barn | High Street, Dronfield | 656 yd | |
| Samad Cottage Limited | 13 High Street, Dronfield | 663 yd | |
| Simply Chinese@The Rock | 7 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park Inn | 2 Hilltop Road, Dronfield | 367 yd | |
| The Chantry Hotel | Church Street, Dronfield | 591 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | Green Dragon, Church Street | 591 yd | |
| The Bar At The Forge | Unit 15, The Forge | 598 yd | |
| Hilltop Sports And Social Club | Longacre Road, Dronfield | 612 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuchene Deli | Unit 6, The Forge | 598 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 11 High Street, Dronfield | 663 yd | |
| China Chef | 93 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 681 yd | |
| Village Fisheries | 49 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 684 yd | |
| Dronfield Delicatessan | 4 - 6 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Wreakes Lane, Dronfield | 867 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Road Recreation Ground HILLTOP ROAD | grass pitches | 249 yd |
| Dronfield Junior School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 437 yd |
| Dronfield Sports Centre DRONFIELD CIVIC CENTRE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 555 yd |
| Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 785 yd |
| Cemetery Road Recreation Ground CEMETERY ROAD | grass pitches | 959 yd |
| Hallowes Golf Club HALLOWES LANE | golf | 1,010 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.