Sherwood Place is in Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S18 8PB is located in the Gosforth Valley 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 Sherwood Place, Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield, S18 8PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S18 8RZ, S18 8RE, S18 8QH, S18 8QS, S18 8QF, S18 8ZH, S18 8ZD, S18 8UD, S18 8ZQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S18 8PB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 48.4% | 52.7% | 4.3% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 51.6% | 47.3% | -4.3% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 8PB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 22.5% | 21.7% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 52.7% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 16.3% | 5.8% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6.9% | 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 | 45.7% | 45.3% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 36.6% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12.8% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 4.9% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 16.7% | 10.8% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 13.2% | 3.6% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 11.3% | -8.3% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 17.6% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.6% | 35.8% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 2.0% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| White | 100% | 98.4% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 99.2% | 95.1% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 95.1% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sherwood Place was 23.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.1% lower than the Barlow & Holmesfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sherwood Place has the 11th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Barlow & Holmesfield and the 83rd lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sherwood Place, Dronfield, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-08-07 | £148,162 |
| 3 Sherwood Place, Dronfield, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2024-12-09 | £162,091 |
| 13 Sherwood Place, Dronfield, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-03-22 | £172,254 |
| 27 Sherwood Place, Dronfield, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-11-28 | £150,506 |
| 19 Sherwood Place, Dronfield, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-11-25 | £154,232 |
S18 8PB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S18 8PB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's CofE Methodist (Aided) Primary School Pentland Road , Dronfield Woodhouse S18 8ZQ | 3out of 4 | 247 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorseybrigg Primary School and Nursery Balmoral Crescent , Dronfield Woodhouse S18 8ZY | 3out of 4 | 425 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Levick Primary School Smithy Croft , Dronfield Woodhouse S18 8YB | 3out of 4 | 640 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Junior School School Lane , S18 1RY | 3out of 4 | 1,938 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Infant School School Lane , S18 1RY | 4out of 4 | 1,938 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 | 2,300 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ecgbert School Totley Brook Road , S17 3QU | 4out of 4 | 3,682 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | 2out of 4 | 3,692 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rowan School 4 Durvale Court , Furniss Avenue S17 3PT | 4out of 4 | 3,537 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossbrook School Bochum Parkway , S8 8JR | 3out of 4 | 4,420 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldine House Secure Children's Centre 75 Limb Lane , Dore S17 3ES | - not rated | 4,944 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Snug | 4 Gosforth Valley Medical Centre, Gorsey Brigg | 141 yd | |
| Temptations Bakery And Coffee Lounge Limited | 35 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 181 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Farmer | The Jolly Farmer, Pentland Road | 181 yd | |
| Miners Arms | 115 Carr Lane, Dronfield Woodhouse | 477 yd | |
| Gosforth Fields Bar | Gosforth Fields Sports Association Limited, Bubnell Road | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin Dronfield | 59 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 181 yd | |
| Pizza Experts | 61 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 181 yd | |
| Happy Panda | 31 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 181 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative Society | 43, Pentland Road | 153 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Primary School PENTLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 166 yd |
| Dronfield Woodhouse Recreation Ground GREAT CROFT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 554 yd |
| Gosforth Fields BUBNELL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 612 yd |
| William Levick Primary School SMITHY CROFT | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Holmesfield Football Pitch HARDINGLEY HARDINGLEY COWLEY LANE | grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 67.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.