Alma Crescent is in Dronfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S18 2HN 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 Alma Crescent, Dronfield, S18 2HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S18 2HR, S18 2HL, S18 2HG, S18 2HP, S18 2GE, S18 2HF, S18 2HT, S18 2DR, S18 2GX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S18 2HN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50% | 49.2% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.4% | 27.9% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 46.8% | -12.6% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 13.9% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 7% | 10% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 52.4% | 42.6% | -9.8% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 37.9% | 7.5% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 13.7% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 4.7% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 17.9% | 13.1% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11.6% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 12.6% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 10.1% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 22.6% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 27.6% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 7.4% | 2.5% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.9% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 94.3% | 98% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 0.8% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 98% | 4.1% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alma Crescent was 62.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 160.9% higher than the Coal Aston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alma Crescent has the 19th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Coal Aston and the 137th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Alma Crescent, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £233,500 | 2025-08-20 | £239,811 |
| 19 Alma Crescent, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-06-12 | £268,742 |
| 29 Alma Crescent, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-07-05 | £258,416 |
| 5 Alma Crescent, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-11-20 | £249,375 |
| 27 Alma Crescent, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-10-13 | £254,917 |
S18 2HN 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lenthall Infant and Nursery School Marsh Avenue , S18 2HB | 3out of 4 | 701 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Junior School School Lane , S18 1RY | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Infant School School Lane , S18 1RY | 4out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmesdale Infant School The Avenue , S18 2LR | 4out of 4 | 1,127 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Stonelow Junior School Stonelow Road , S18 2EP | 3out of 4 | 1,274 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 | 1,102 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | 2out of 4 | 2,274 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ecgbert School Totley Brook Road , S17 3QU | 4out of 4 | 4,603 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield Secondary School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 4,876 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mercia School Carter Knowle Road , S7 2DY | - not rated | 5,464 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,873 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix School of Therapeutic Education 83 East Bank Road , S2 3PX | - not rated | 4,188 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan School 4 Durvale Court , Furniss Avenue S17 3PT | 4out of 4 | 4,350 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Specialist School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 4,876 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldine House Secure Children's Centre 75 Limb Lane , Dore S17 3ES | - not rated | 5,444 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Italy | 61A Sheffield Road, Dronfield | 301 yd | |
| Samad Cottage Limited | 13 High Street, Dronfield | 677 yd | |
| Dronfield Hall Barn | High Street, Dronfield | 685 yd | |
| Cafe | 12 Dronfield Civic Centre, Dronfield | 795 yd | |
| Atrium Cafe | Unit 15, The Forge | 823 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coach And Horses Inn | Sheffield Road, Dronfield | 351 yd | |
| The Victoria Inn | 5 Stubley Lane, Dronfield | 607 yd | |
| Contact Club | Snape Hill Lane, Dronfield | 617 yd | |
| The Blue Stoops | The Blue Stoops Inn, High Street | 677 yd | |
| Lockdown Distillery | 21 Gosforth Green, Dronfield | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Friary | 1 Egerton Road, Dronfield | 630 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 11 High Street, Dronfield | 677 yd | |
| Kuchene Deli | Unit 6, The Forge | 823 yd | |
| Village Fisheries | 49 Chesterfield Road, Dronfield | 844 yd | |
| Masala Indian Take Away | 8 Greendale Shopping Centre, Green Lane | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Sheffield Road | 231 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Wreakes Lane, Dronfield | 496 yd | |
| Co-Op Late Shop | 84 Hartington Road, Dronfield | 642 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Fitness Centre (Dronfield) (Closed) 61B 61B SHEFFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 243 yd |
| The Home Of Football Stadmium Sheffield Road | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| Dronfield Sports Centre DRONFIELD CIVIC CENTRE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 822 yd |
| Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School GREEN LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 1,000 yd |
| Dronfield Junior School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 1,034 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 | 77.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.