About Holmesdale

Holmesdale is a small village located in Derbyshire, England, within the S18 postcode area. The village is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Derbyshire countryside, making it a pleasant spot for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The area features a variety of walking paths and scenic views, appealing to both residents and visitors alike. In terms of amenities, Holmesdale offers a few local shops and services to cater to daily needs. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, providing easy access to larger facilities and attractions. Its location serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding region, including the Peak District National Park, which is not far away.

School Ratings in Holmesdale

Families in Holmesdale have access to 152 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Holmesdale

Homes sell for an average of £307K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £247K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Holmesdale

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Holmesdale, with 22 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Holmesdale

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Holmesdale among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Holmesdale

Holmesdale benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,287 sales

Average Price £307K
£725 — £17.86M
Detached £390K 1,222
Semi £247K 1,318
Terraced £210K 446
Flat £134K 145

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

97 Primary
17 Secondary
38 Other
Dronfield Stonelow Junior School Primary 0.2 miles Holmesdale Infant School Primary 0.4 miles Northfield Junior School Primary Good 0.5 miles Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School Secondary Good 0.5 miles Dronfield Junior School Primary 0.7 miles Dronfield Infant School Primary 0.7 miles Lenthall Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.7 miles Unstone Junior School Primary Good 0.9 miles Unstone St Mary's Nursery & Infant School Primary Good 1 miles Lower Meadow Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Gorseybrigg Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.6 miles St Andrew's CofE Methodist (Aided) Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Holmesdale IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Holmesdale experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
7/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,277 Children (0-15) 16%
14,884 Working Age 56%
9,458 Older (60+) 35%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 14.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Holmesdale 112 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Holmesdale is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

45 Violence & Sexual Offences
22 Shoplifting
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Other Theft
6 Burglary
5 Public Order
3 Other Crime
2 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
1 Drugs
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Dore And Totley Train Station 3.2 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 5.8 miles
Darnall Train Station 6 miles
Grindleford Train Station 7.2 miles
Hathersage Train Station 8.2 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Summerley 0.6 miles Dronfield 0.6 miles Coal Aston 0.6 miles Holmley Common 0.9 miles Snape Hill 0.9 miles Unstone 0.9 miles Hill Top 0.9 miles Hallowes 0.9 miles Gosforth Valley 1.2 miles Apperknowle 1.2 miles Hundall 1.4 miles Batemoor 1.4 miles

Local Government

District North East Derbyshire
County Derbyshire
Ward Gosforth Valley
Constituency North East Derbyshire
Parish Dronfield
Region East Midlands

Streets in S18 30 shown View all streets

Alder Road 1 Alice Way 1 Allestree Drive 1 Alma Crescent 1 Alport Rise 1 Alton Close 1 Anglesey Road 1 Appletree Drive 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash Lane 1 Ashford Close 1 Ashford Road 2 Aston Close 1 Avon Close 1 B6051 2 B6054 3 Back Lane 1 Back Road 1 Balmoral Crescent 1 Barley Mews 1 Barlow Lees Lane 2 Barlow Road 1 Barlow View 1 Barnard Avenue 2 Barnes Avenue 2 Barnes Lane 2 Barrack Road 1 Beech Way 1 Beechwood Road 1 Beeston Close 1

Postcodes in S18 50 shown View all postcodes

S18 1AA S18 1DJ S18 1LS S18 1LY S18 1NA S18 1NB S18 1ND S18 1NE S18 1NF S18 1NG S18 1NH S18 1NJ S18 1NL S18 1NQ S18 1NT S18 1NW S18 1NX S18 1NY S18 1NZ S18 1PA S18 1PB S18 1PD S18 1PE S18 1PF S18 1PG S18 1PH S18 1PJ S18 1PL S18 1PN S18 1PP S18 1PQ S18 1PR S18 1PS S18 1PT S18 1PU S18 1PW S18 1PX S18 1PY S18 1PZ S18 1QA S18 1QB S18 1QD S18 1QE S18 1QF S18 1QG S18 1QH S18 1QJ S18 1QL S18 1QN S18 1QP