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Dronfield Woodhouse

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About

Dronfield Woodhouse ward lies on the northern edge of North East Derbyshire, bordering Sheffield. The area is characterised by residential developments, including modern estates and older housing, set within a landscape of rolling fields and small woodlands. Its position provides direct access to the surrounding countryside, with footpaths leading into the green belt separating it from the city. The local economy includes several small industrial units and retail parks situated along its main routes.

The community is served by local schools, shops, and sports facilities, including a golf course. A notable local landmark is the historic St. John the Baptist Church, with sections dating back to the Norman period, situated near the older core of the settlement. The ward maintains a distinct identity from the larger town of Dronfield to the south, with its own parish council focusing on local issues and planning matters within its boundaries.

Area overview

On average Dronfield Woodhouse has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 33 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Dronfield Woodhouse is £60,893 per year. There are 1 schools in Dronfield Woodhouse: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Dronfield Woodhouse is home to around 1,946 people, with a population density of about 464.2 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
33
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
5.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Dronfield Woodhouse Population
1,946
Population density
464.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
16.44(-52%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.74(-47%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.65(-24%)
Burglary
3.6(+8%)
Public order
2.57(-63%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,864
95.79%
Other White
23
1.18%
White and Asian (mixed)
14
0.72%
Other Asian
9
0.46%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
7
0.36%
Total population: 1,946

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
593
37.2%
Level 3 (A level)
270
16.94%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
217
13.61%
No qualifications
208
13.05%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
143
8.97%
Total 16+ residents: 1,594

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
415
51.62%
Owns with a mortgage
296
36.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
42
5.22%
Social rents from council
30
3.73%
Other forms of private rent
11
1.37%
Total households: 804

Property prices in Dronfield Woodhouse

Based on 10 recent sales, the median property price is £370,750 in Dronfield Woodhouse area, with individual transactions ranging from £220,000 up to £765,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Dronfield Woodhouse in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Dronfield Woodhouse over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£422,500
Semi-Detached5£315,000
Terraced1£355,000

10 years median price trend in Dronfield Woodhouse

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Dronfield Woodhouse.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.