Hillside Avenue is in Dronfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S18 1RQ 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 Hillside Avenue, Dronfield, S18 1RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S18 1TR, S18 1RN, S18 1RR, S18 1RB, S18 1RE, S18 1TA, S18 1RU, S18 1RS, S18 1TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S18 1RQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 49.8% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50.2% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 1RQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.4% 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 | 21.1% | 20.8% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 56.4% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 12.2% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 14.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 7% | 6.2% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 (87%) 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 | 49.7% | 52.7% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 4.3% |
| Good health | 39.2% | 34.3% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 9.8% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 13.3% | 13.1% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 13.5% | -1.3% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.7% | 17% | -5.7% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 20.8% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.2% | 30.5% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.5% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.4% | 96.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside Avenue was 6.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.0% lower than the Dronfield South average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Hillside Avenue has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Dronfield South and the 14th lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Hillside Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-07-19 | £269,652 |
| 15 Hillside Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £253,050 | 2022-08-03 | £279,881 |
| 3 Hillside Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-05-30 | £311,558 |
| 15 Hillside Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2018-10-12 | £265,659 |
| 15 Hillside Avenue, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2017-08-25 | £246,095 |
S18 1RQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in S18 1RQ 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%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dronfield Junior School School Lane , S18 1RY | 3out of 4 | 378 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Infant School School Lane , S18 1RY | 4out of 4 | 378 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorseybrigg Primary School and Nursery Balmoral Crescent , Dronfield Woodhouse S18 8ZY | 3out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Stonelow Junior School Stonelow Road , S18 2EP | 3out of 4 | 1,344 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmesdale Infant School The Avenue , S18 2LR | 4out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School Green Lane , S18 2FZ | 4out of 4 | 812 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | 2out of 4 | 3,507 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittington Green School High Street , Old Whittington S41 9LG | 2out of 4 | 5,218 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ecgbert School Totley Brook Road , S17 3QU | 4out of 4 | 5,223 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mossbrook School Bochum Parkway , S8 8JR | 3out of 4 | 4,039 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly House Special School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | 2out of 4 | 4,554 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan School 4 Durvale Court , Furniss Avenue S17 3PT | 4out of 4 | 5,029 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix School of Therapeutic Education 83 East Bank Road , S2 3PX | - not rated | 5,385 yd | Other independent special school | 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 | 466 yd | |
| Atrium Cafe | Unit 15, The Forge | 533 yd | |
| Dronfield Hall Barn | High Street, Dronfield | 576 yd | |
| Samad Cottage Limited | 13 High Street, Dronfield | 584 yd | |
| Simply Chinese@The Rock | 7 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 628 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park Inn | 2 Hilltop Road, Dronfield | 446 yd | |
| The Chantry Hotel | Church Street, Dronfield | 521 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | Green Dragon, Church Street | 521 yd | |
| The Bar At The Forge | Unit 15, The Forge | 533 yd | |
| The Blue Stoops | The Blue Stoops Inn, High Street | 584 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuchene Deli | Unit 6, The Forge | 533 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 11 High Street, Dronfield | 584 yd | |
| Village Fisheries | 49 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 628 yd | |
| China Chef | 93 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 666 yd | |
| Dronfield Delicatessan | 4 - 6 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Wreakes Lane, Dronfield | 787 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Sheffield Road | 1,036 yd | |
| Co-Op Late Shop | 84 Hartington Road, Dronfield | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Road Recreation Ground HILLTOP ROAD | grass pitches | 324 yd |
| Dronfield Junior School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 390 yd |
| Dronfield Sports Centre DRONFIELD CIVIC CENTRE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 475 yd |
| Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 747 yd |
| Cemetery Road Recreation Ground CEMETERY ROAD | grass pitches | 978 yd |
| Woodlands Fitness Centre (Dronfield) (Closed) 61B 61B SHEFFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,025 yd |
| Hallowes Golf Club HALLOWES LANE | golf | 1,067 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 | 74.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.