Central Close is in Unstone, Dronfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S18 4DW is located in the Unstone 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 Central Close, Unstone, Dronfield, S18 4DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S18 4DR, S18 4DU, S18 4DX, S18 4DT, S18 4DB, S18 4DF, S18 4DQ, S18 4DD, S18 4DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S18 4DW is primarily male, with 57.6% 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 | 51.8% | 42.4% | -9.4% | 51.0% | -8.6% |
| Male | 48.2% | 57.6% | 9.4% | 49.0% | 8.6% |
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 4DW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% 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 | 31.3% | 45.1% | 13.8% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 33.7% | -13.0% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 10.6% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 8.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.2% | 37% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 32.8% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 23% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 10.3% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1% | -2.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.2% | 26.8% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 20.4% | 4.6% | 9.6% | 10.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 12.5% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 15.5% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 15.5% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.4% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96.8% | 96.4% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.4% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.9% | 76.7% | -8.8% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 29.1% | 13.5% | 15.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.3% | 37.2% | 17.1% |
| Christian | 38.2% | 46.2% | -8.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Central Close was 63.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 174.1% higher than the Coal Aston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Central Close has the 19th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Coal Aston and the 138th highest crime rate of 362 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 52.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Central Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2019-01-18 | £189,625 |
| 14 Central Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2013-10-31 | £157,881 |
| 2 Central Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,950 | 2008-06-06 | £213,375 |
| 13 Central Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2004-05-28 | £271,083 |
| 2 Central Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £36,000 | 2000-12-04 | £144,543 |
S18 4DW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Retired | 65 |
| Other | 58 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unstone Junior School Main Road , Unstone S18 4AB | 2out of 4 | 419 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Unstone St Mary's Infant School Crow Lane , Unstone S18 4AL | 4out of 4 | 801 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Swanwick Primary School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QW | 3out of 4 | 2,097 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Stonelow Junior School Stonelow Road , S18 2EP | 3out of 4 | 2,539 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Junior School School Lane , S18 1RY | 3out of 4 | 2,695 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whittington Green School High Street , Old Whittington S41 9LG | 2out of 4 | 2,435 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School Green Lane , S18 2FZ | 4out of 4 | 2,563 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Newbold Road , Upper Newbold S41 8AG | 4out of 4 | 4,143 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Newbold Highfield Lane , Newbold S41 8BA | 3out of 4 | 4,203 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eckington School Dronfield Road , Eckington S21 4GN | 2out of 4 | 5,264 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holly House Special School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | 2out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossbrook School Bochum Parkway , S8 8JR | 3out of 4 | 5,442 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse N Jockey | Horse And Jockey, 273 Sheffield Road | 253 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nico's Wood Fired Pizzas | 17 Ramshaw Road, Unstone | 271 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birch Hall Golf Club (Closed) Sheffield Road | golf | 616 yd |
| Unstone Community Centre UNSTONE COMMUNITY HALL UNSTONE COMMUNITY HALL CROW LANE | grass pitches | 655 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.03 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.03 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.