Holme Close is in Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S18 8XS 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 Holme Close, Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield, S18 8XS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S18 8XT, S18 8XR, S18 8YD, S18 8YB, S18 8XG, S18 8XU, S18 8ZR, S18 8XX, S18 8ZF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S18 8XS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents 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 | 47.4% | 49.6% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 52.6% | 50.4% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 29.2% | 39.6% | 10.4% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.8% | 31.7% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 15.1% | 21.8% | 6.7% | 9.1% | 12.7% |
| Widowed | 16% | 5.9% | -10.1% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 (70.7%) 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 | 44.4% | 39.1% | -5.3% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31.6% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 22.6% | 8.3% | 12.7% | 9.9% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 35.8% | 25% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 6.7% | -9.3% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 11.5% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 14.4% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 30.8% | 14.8% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 2.8% | 4.8% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 95.4% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.2% 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% | 96.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 96.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holme Close was 43.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.5% lower than the Barlow & Holmesfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holme Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Barlow & Holmesfield and the 167th lowest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Holme Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-03-28 | £235,308 |
| 8 Holme Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-06-25 | £194,791 |
| 9 Holme Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-06-02 | £187,986 |
| 12 Holme Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2019-06-07 | £230,946 |
| 14 Holme Close, Dronfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2019-01-18 | £220,138 |
S18 8XS 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 8XS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 31 |
| Full-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| 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 | 178 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 | 609 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorseybrigg Primary School and Nursery Balmoral Crescent , Dronfield Woodhouse S18 8ZY | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradway Primary School Bradway Drive , S17 4PD | 3out of 4 | 1,780 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dronfield Junior School School Lane , S18 1RY | 3out of 4 | 2,139 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 | 2,433 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Ecgbert School Totley Brook Road , S17 3QU | 4out of 4 | 3,281 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust Dyche Lane , S8 8BR | 2out of 4 | 3,302 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 | 3,104 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mossbrook School Bochum Parkway , S8 8JR | 3out of 4 | 4,060 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldine House Secure Children's Centre 75 Limb Lane , Dore S17 3ES | - not rated | 4,460 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix School of Therapeutic Education 83 East Bank Road , S2 3PX | - not rated | 5,200 yd | Other independent special school | 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 | 469 yd | |
| The Snug | 4 Gosforth Valley Medical Centre, Gorsey Brigg | 661 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miners Arms | 115 Carr Lane, Dronfield Woodhouse | 447 yd | |
| Jolly Farmer | The Jolly Farmer, Pentland Road | 469 yd | |
| Gosforth Fields Bar | Gosforth Fields Sports Association Limited, Bubnell Road | 590 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin Dronfield | 59 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 469 yd | |
| Pizza Experts | 61 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 469 yd | |
| Happy Panda | 31 Pentland Road, Dronfield Woodhouse | 469 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative Society | 43, Pentland Road | 612 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dronfield Woodhouse Recreation Ground GREAT CROFT | grass pitches, tennis courts | 106 yd |
| William Levick Primary School SMITHY CROFT | grass pitches | 293 yd |
| St Andrews Primary School PENTLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 529 yd |
| Gosforth Fields BUBNELL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 687 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 | 49.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 147.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.