Brown Lane is in Coal Aston, Dronfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S18 3AJ is located in the Coal Aston 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 Brown Lane, Coal Aston, Dronfield, S18 3AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S18 3AN, S18 3AT, S18 3AL, S18 3DF, S18 3AQ, S18 3AH, S18 3BB, S18 2FJ, S18 3DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S18 3AJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 52.1% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 47.9% | 47.9% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 3AJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.9% 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 | 18.8% | 19.7% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.7% | 55.9% | -9.8% | 44.2% | 11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 8.9% | 3.0% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 13.6% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
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 | 41.9% | 43.6% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 33.3% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 17.1% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 4.7% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 24.7% | 14.1% | -10.6% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 7% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 16.4% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 16.9% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31% | 34.3% | 3.3% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.3% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.7% 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% | 98.7% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 98.7% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brown Lane was 51.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 115.3% higher than the Coal Aston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brown Lane has the 23rd highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Coal Aston and the 171st highest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Brown Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2005-06-02 | £435,692 |
| 2 Brown Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 1997-05-02 | £548,451 |
S18 3AJ 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 3AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield Junior School Falcon Road , S18 2ED | 3out of 4 | 551 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lenthall Infant and Nursery School Marsh Avenue , S18 2HB | 3out of 4 | 562 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmesdale Infant School The Avenue , S18 2LR | 4out of 4 | 670 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Stonelow Junior School Stonelow Road , S18 2EP | 3out of 4 | 873 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lower Meadow Primary School Batemoor Road , S8 8EE | 3out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | 2out of 4 | 1,964 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield Secondary School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 4,367 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,255 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix School of Therapeutic Education 83 East Bank Road , S2 3PX | - not rated | 3,615 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Talbot Specialist School Lees Hall Road , S8 9JP | 3out of 4 | 4,367 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly House Special School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | 2out of 4 | 5,209 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rowan School 4 Durvale Court , Furniss Avenue S17 3PT | 4out of 4 | 5,308 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndale Garden Centre | Dyche Lane, Coal Aston | 326 yd | |
| DCC Adult Services (Coal Aston Village Hall) | Dcc Adult Services, Eckington Road | 465 yd | |
| New Shoots | New Leaf Nursery, Dyche Lane | 467 yd | |
| The Magic Sunflower | 51 Barnard Avenue, Coal Aston | 708 yd | |
| Cream Catering Ltd | Stonelow Court, Stonelow Road | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Daggers | Brown Lane, Coal Aston | 2 yd | |
| The Chequers | 17 Eckington Road, Coal Aston | 63 yd | |
| Royal Oak Inn | 101 Eckington Road, Coal Aston | 249 yd | |
| Yew Tree Inn | 234 Holmley Lane, Coal Aston | 272 yd | |
| Dronfield Pioneer Club | Dronfield Pioneer Social Club, Stonelow Road | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wonderful Chinese | 65 Holmesdale Road, Dronfield | 445 yd | |
| Masala Indian Take Away | 8 Greendale Shopping Centre, Green Lane | 848 yd | |
| Family Grill | 3 Greendale Shopping Centre, Green Lane | 848 yd | |
| Wok Wonder | 6 Greendale Shopping Centre, Green Lane | 848 yd | |
| Jolly Friary | 1 Egerton Road, Dronfield | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Late Shop | 84 Hartington Road, Dronfield | 913 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northfield Junior School FALCON ROAD | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Coal Aston Recreation Ground ECKINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 532 yd |
| Dronfield Gladys Buxton Centre Oakhill Road | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| Stonelow Playing Fields SHIREOAKS ROAD | grass pitches | 953 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.