Carr Lane is in Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S18 8XD is located in the Dronfield Woodhouse 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 Carr Lane, Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield, S18 8XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S18 8XF, S18 8XE, S18 8ZA, S18 8QD, S18 8UB, S18 8PA, S18 8XP, S18 8QE, S18 8XQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S18 8XD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.2% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.8% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 8XD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.3% 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 | 18.5% | 19.4% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.7% | 65.3% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 21.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7.3% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 6% | 8.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 41.3% | 47.6% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 43.1% | 32.8% | -10.3% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 15.1% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around S18 8XD this area, 7.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.7% | 7.8% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 7% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 12.3% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 21.3% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.5% | 43.9% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.2% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.8% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.9% 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% | 95.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.6% | 76.7% | 15.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carr Lane was 19.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.5% lower than the Barlow & Holmesfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carr Lane has the 7th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Barlow & Holmesfield and the 62nd lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 13.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 190 Carr Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £857,500 | 2022-02-28 | £1,012,976 |
| 168 Carr Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-09-30 | £268,235 |
| 172 Carr Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £422,000 | 2020-12-04 | £522,336 |
| 120 Carr Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2020-10-15 | £339,574 |
| 192 Carr Lane, Dronfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £381,500 | 2020-07-02 | £504,549 |
S18 8XD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S18 8XD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Levick Primary School Smithy Croft , Dronfield Woodhouse S18 8YB | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Methodist (Aided) Primary School Pentland Road , Dronfield Woodhouse S18 8ZQ | 3out of 4 | 696 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorseybrigg Primary School and Nursery Balmoral Crescent , Dronfield Woodhouse S18 8ZY | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradway Primary School Bradway Drive , S17 4PD | 3out of 4 | 1,917 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penny Acres Primary School The Common , Holmesfield S18 7WP | 3out of 4 | 1,968 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 | 2,713 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ecgbert School Totley Brook Road , S17 3QU | 4out of 4 | 3,191 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | 2out of 4 | 3,707 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 | 3,054 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossbrook School Bochum Parkway , S8 8JR | 3out of 4 | 4,469 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldine House Secure Children's Centre 75 Limb Lane , Dore S17 3ES | - not rated | 4,480 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temptations Bakery And Coffee Lounge Limited | 35 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 555 yd | |
| The Snug | 4 Gosforth Valley Medical Centre, Gorsey Brigg | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miners Arms | 115 Carr Lane, Dronfield Woodhouse | 45 yd | |
| Jolly Farmer | The Jolly Farmer, Pentland Road | 555 yd | |
| Gosforth Fields Bar | Gosforth Fields Sports Association Limited, Bubnell Road | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin Dronfield | 59 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 555 yd | |
| Pizza Experts | 61 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 555 yd | |
| Happy Panda | 31 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative Society | 43, Pentland Road | 633 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dronfield Woodhouse Recreation Ground GREAT CROFT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 320 yd |
| William Levick Primary School SMITHY CROFT | grass pitches | 337 yd |
| St Andrews Primary School PENTLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Gosforth Fields BUBNELL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Holmesfield Football Pitch HARDINGLEY HARDINGLEY COWLEY LANE | grass pitches | 1,047 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.