Snape Hill Lane is in Dronfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S18 2GP is located in the Dronfield North 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 Snape Hill Lane, Dronfield, S18 2GP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S18 2GY, S18 2LD, S18 2LF, S18 2LA, S18 2LB, S18 2GU, S18 2GN, S18 2LE, S18 2FW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S18 2GP is primarily male, with 53.5% of the population 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 | 51.1% | 46.5% | -4.6% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 53.5% | 4.6% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around S18 2GP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.4% | 44.8% | 12.4% | 37.9% | 6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.3% | 32% | -14.3% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 4.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 10% | 13.2% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.3% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.6% | 47% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 34.3% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 13.7% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 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 | 23.6% | 15.2% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 8.5% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 14.9% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 10.3% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 19.5% | 2.9% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 30.1% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.2% | 99.1% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 98.1% 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% | 98.1% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.2% | 37.2% | 21.0% |
| Christian | 36.8% | 46.2% | -9.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Snape Hill Lane was 157.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 552.8% higher than the Coal Aston average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Snape Hill Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Coal Aston and the 27th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Snape Hill Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,500 | 2025-09-30 | £320,500 |
| 64 Snape Hill Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-09-12 | £176,151 |
| 72 Snape Hill Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2022-12-02 | £124,154 |
| 90 Snape Hill Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2021-12-17 | £220,783 |
| 68 Snape Hill Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2021-01-25 | £122,887 |
S18 2GP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenthall Infant and Nursery School Marsh Avenue , S18 2HB | 3out of 4 | 319 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmesdale Infant School The Avenue , S18 2LR | 4out of 4 | 573 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Stonelow Junior School Stonelow Road , S18 2EP | 3out of 4 | 703 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Junior School School Lane , S18 1RY | 3out of 4 | 809 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Infant School School Lane , S18 1RY | 4out of 4 | 809 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 | 612 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | 2out of 4 | 2,468 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield Secondary School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 5,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ecgbert School Totley Brook Road , S17 3QU | 4out of 4 | 5,173 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 | 2,944 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix School of Therapeutic Education 83 East Bank Road , S2 3PX | - not rated | 4,299 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan School 4 Durvale Court , Furniss Avenue S17 3PT | 4out of 4 | 4,921 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly House Special School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | 2out of 4 | 5,003 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Specialist School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 5,023 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mint Leaf (18) Ltd | 42 Green Lane, Dronfield | 291 yd | |
| Cream Catering Ltd | Stonelow Court, Stonelow Road | 378 yd | |
| Little Italy | 61A Sheffield Road, Dronfield | 452 yd | |
| Simply Chinese@The Rock | 7 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 504 yd | |
| The Dronfield Henry Fanshaw School | Green Lane, Dronfield | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Club | Snape Hill Lane, Dronfield | 385 yd | |
| The Bar At The Forge | Unit 15, The Forge | 578 yd | |
| The Chantry Hotel | Church Street, Dronfield | 598 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | Green Dragon, Church Street | 598 yd | |
| The Blue Stoops | The Blue Stoops Inn, High Street | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Friary | 1 Egerton Road, Dronfield | 173 yd | |
| Masala Indian Take Away | 8 Greendale Shopping Centre, Green Lane | 291 yd | |
| Family Grill | 3 Greendale Shopping Centre, Green Lane | 291 yd | |
| Wok Wonder | 6 Greendale Shopping Centre, Green Lane | 291 yd | |
| Village Fisheries | 49 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Late Shop | 84 Hartington Road, Dronfield | 91 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Sheffield Road | 555 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Wreakes Lane, Dronfield | 656 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Fitness Centre (Dronfield) (Closed) 61B 61B SHEFFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 454 yd |
| Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 543 yd |
| Dronfield Junior School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 756 yd |
| Stonelow Playing Fields SHIREOAKS ROAD | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| The Home Of Football Stadmium Sheffield Road | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Dronfield Sports Centre DRONFIELD CIVIC CENTRE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 845 yd |
| Northfield Junior School FALCON ROAD | grass pitches | 958 yd |
| Dronfield Gladys Buxton Centre Oakhill Road | grass pitches | 972 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 | 69.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.