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Dronfield, United Kingdom
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Dronfield is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 21,124. Elevation: 522 ft (159 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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BCommunity
| Population | 21,124 |
| Population Density | 150 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 522 ft (159 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.3022°, -1.4751° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.8 inches (1,163 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.1 inches (36 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,256 |
| Median Age | 47.7 years |
About Dronfield
Dronfield is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 21,124. The city sits at an elevation of 522 feet (159 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Dronfield vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Dronfield vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,256 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,256 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $890 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,922 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.8% |
| Public Transit | 2.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $320,006 |
| 14% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,156 |
| 1% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.9% |
| Housing Units | 8,450 |
Property Tax
Climate in Dronfield
Dronfield has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 803 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 522 ft (159 m) |
| Area | 141.0 sq mi (365.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 150/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.3022°N, 1.4751°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Dronfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.6% |
| 18% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 45.5% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 150/sq mi |
| Total Area | 141.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.8% |
| Public Transit | 2.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.9% |
Schools in Dronfield
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Meadow Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dronfield Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Dronfield Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Northfield Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Holmesdale Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Dronfield Stonelow Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School | - | - | - | - |
| Lenthall Infant and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Mossbrook School | - | - | - | - |
| Meadowhead School Academy Trust | - | - | - | - |
| Greenhill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lowedges Junior Academy | - | - | - | - |
| St Andrew's CofE Methodist (Aided) Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gorseybrigg Primary School and Nursery | - | - | - | - |
| Unstone Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Unstone St Mary's Infant School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dronfield
42 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heart South Wales | adult contemporary, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Capital FM Cymru | bilingual, contemporary | AAC 48 kbps | |
| HearMe - Classic Hard Rock | classic hard rock | MP3 | |
| BBC Radio Wales (128k) | music, news | UNKNOWN | |
| Rotherham Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Derby Sound | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Cymru (128k) | entertainment, music | UNKNOWN | |
| Nation Radio Wales | contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Rother Radio (Rotherham & Sheffield) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The British Home Front Radio Service | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| broradio | community radio, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Past Perfect Radio | 20s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Camarthenshire | local news, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Cymru 2 (128k) | music, news | UNKNOWN | |
| Heart North Wales | local news, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amber Sound FM | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| SD Radio | dance, dnb | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Leeds Student Radio | student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Faza | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Selecta Radio UK | 2tone, punk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Burton Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tempo 107.4 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Revolution Radio Online | - | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Drystone Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Rhubarb Radio | local radio, music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| SMILE RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Doncaster Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Sine FM | - | MP3 | |
| Powerhouse Radio | christian, christian contemporary | MP3 | |
| North Derbyshire Radio | classic hits, hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Sheffield Live! | community radio, sheffield | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mondo Radio | community radio, variety | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Dragon Radio | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart West Wales | commercial, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Moorlands Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Erewash Sound | - | MP3 | |
| Millside Hospital Radio | - | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| HearMe - top pop | top pop music | MP3 | |
| The Dove | adult contemporary | AAC | |
| MAX FM DERBY 92.2 | drum and bass, news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hereme 2010s pop | 2010s, pop | MP3 | |
| RocknationFmuk | blues, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Dronfield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet | ||||
| Alfred Denny Museum | ||||
| Barrow Hill Roundhouse Museum | ||||
| Bishop's House | ||||
| Chesterfield Museum | ||||
| Clifton Park Museum | ||||
| Cromford Mills | ||||
| Darley Dale Waiting Room Museum | ||||
| Elsecar Heritage Centre | ||||
| Eyam Museum | ||||
| Fork Truck Heritage Centre | ||||
| High Peak Junction | ||||
| Kelham Island Museum | ||||
| Ken Hawley Collection | ||||
| Legends of the Lane | ||||
| Magna Science Adventure Centre | ||||
| Masson Mills Working Textile Museum | ||||
| Matthew Kirtley Building | ||||
| Maurice Dobson Museum | ||||
| Millennium Gallery | ||||
| Museum And Gift Shop | ||||
| National Emergency Services Museum | ||||
| National Stone Centre | ||||
| National Tramway Museum | ||||
| Old House Museum | ||||
| Peak District Mining Museum | ||||
| Revolution House | ||||
| Road Transport Building | ||||
| Shepherd Wheel | ||||
| South Yorkshire Transport Museum | ||||
| South Yorkshire Transport Trust | ||||
| Stainsby Mill | ||||
| Swanwick Junction Museum Complex | ||||
| The Great British Car Journey | ||||
| The National Videogame Museum | ||||
| Turner Museum of Glass | ||||
| West Shed Experience | ||||
| Weston Park Museum | ||||
| Wirksworth Museum & Association Shop | ||||
| Worsbrough Mill Museum | ||||
| Wortley Top Forge | ||||
| York And Lancaster Regimental Museum | ||||
| Yorkshire Natural History Museum |
Libraries in Dronfield
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bolsover Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Broomhill Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burngreave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burngreave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burngreave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library & Graves Gallery | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapeltown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chesterfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clay Cross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Conisbrough Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crystal Peaks Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crystal Peaks Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Darfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Darnall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Derbyshire County Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dodworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dronfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ecclesall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ecclesfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eckington Library and Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Field Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Field Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Firth Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Frecheville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greasbrough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Highfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillsborough House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holmewood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hoyland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Huthwaite Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Illingworth Library (NHS only) | 0.0 | |||||
| Illingworth Library (NHS only) | 0.0 | |||||
| Information Commons | 0.0 | |||||
| Jordanthorpe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Killamarsh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kimberworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kimberworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirkby-in-Ashfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kiveton Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Manor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mexborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Fairground & Circus Archive | 0.0 | |||||
| National Fairground & Circus Archive | 0.0 | |||||
| Newbold Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newfield Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Whittington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Park Library Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Penistone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Polish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rawmarsh Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Selston Community Partnership Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sheffield City Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| Skegby and Stanton Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stannington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stocksbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sutton-in-Ashfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swinton Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Diamond Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Diamond Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Learning Zone | 0.0 | |||||
| Thorpe Hesley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thorpe Hesley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Totley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Upperthorpe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wath upon Dearne Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Western Bank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wirksworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wombwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodseats Library, Doctor's Surgery and Lloyds Pharmacy | 0.0 | |||||
| Worsbrough Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dronfield
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arundel Emporium | |||||
| Arundel Emporium | |||||
| Barnsley Markets | |||||
| Centenary Markets | |||||
| Chapeltown Market | |||||
| Chesterfield Market Hall | |||||
| Derbyshire Dales Markets | |||||
| Hoyland Market | |||||
| Idlewells Indoor Market | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Market Place | |||||
| Matlock Bath Indoor Market | |||||
| Meat And Fish Market | |||||
| Memorial Gardens | |||||
| Mexborough Market | |||||
| New Square | |||||
| Peddler Market | |||||
| Penistone Market | |||||
| Pollen Market | |||||
| Pollen Market | |||||
| Red Brick Market | |||||
| Somercotes Market Place | |||||
| Steel Yard Kelham | |||||
| Sutton Outdoor Market | |||||
| The Market Place | |||||
| The Moor Market | |||||
| The Moor Open Market |
Hotels in Dronfield
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dronfield
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dronfield
13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dronfield
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dronfield
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Dronfield
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Dronfield
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dronfield
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dronfield
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Dronfield
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Dronfield
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Dronfield
4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dronfield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeydale Brewery | ||||
| Acorn Brewery | ||||
| Aldwark Artisan Ales | ||||
| Alter Ego Brewery | ||||
| Ashover Brew Co | ||||
| Bentley Brook Brewery | ||||
| Blue Bee Brewery | ||||
| Blue Bee Brewery | ||||
| Cannon Brewery | ||||
| Chantry Brewery | ||||
| Drone Valley Brewery | ||||
| Emmanuales | ||||
| Emmanuales | ||||
| Fuggle Bunny Brew House | ||||
| Kelham Island Brewery | ||||
| Kibble Brewery | ||||
| Little Critters | ||||
| Little Critters | ||||
| Mitchell's Hop House | ||||
| Mitchell's Hop House | ||||
| Neepsend Brew Co. | ||||
| Neepsend Brew Co. | ||||
| Peak Ales | ||||
| Pentrich Brewing Co. | ||||
| Perch Brewhouse | ||||
| Perch Brewhouse | ||||
| Saint Mars of the Desert | ||||
| Stancill Brewery | ||||
| Stancill Brewery | ||||
| The Sheffield Brewery Co | ||||
| The Sheffield Brewery Co | ||||
| Thornbridge Brewery | ||||
| Triple Point Brewery | ||||
| True North Brew Co. |
Stadiums & Teams in Dronfield
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dronfield
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Airport | EMA | Large Airport |
| Leeds Bradford Airport | LBA | Large Airport |
| Leeds East Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Nottingham City Airport | NQT | Medium Airport |
| Abbots Bromley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Acaster Malbis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Askern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bankwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Baxterley Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Beeches Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Birds Edge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breighton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridge Cottage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Burn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Butterfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Calton Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Camphill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Caunton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coal Aston Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cottage Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crosland Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Darley Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Darlton Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Derby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finningley Village Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fisherwick Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Forwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garforth Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm (Sibson) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grangewood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haxey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Headon Microlight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Holly Meadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Horse Leys Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jericho Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langar Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Leicester Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Melrose Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mitton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Netherthorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dronfield
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dronfield Post Office | |
| Dronfield Woodhouse Post Office | |
| Greenhill Post Office | |
| Jordanthorpe Post Office | |
| Low Edges Road Post Office | |
| Meadow Head Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Dronfield
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cygnet Pindar Rehabilitation Centre | ||
| NHS Fitzwilliam Centre | ||
| Steps Neurological and Trauma Rehabilitation Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dronfield
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Apperknowle Methodist | |
| Coal Aston Methodist Church | |
| Dronfield Baptist Church | |
| Greenhill Methodist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Meadowhead Christian Fellowship | |
| South Sheffield Church | |
| St Andrews Community Church | |
| St John the Baptist | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Pauls | |
| St Peters | |
| St Philip | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| The Holy Spirit Church | |
| The Michael Church | |
| Wesleyan Reform Church |
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What is the population of Dronfield?
Dronfield has a population of 21,124 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 150 people per square mile, spread across 141.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.
Is Dronfield expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,256, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $320,006 (14% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,156 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Dronfield?
Dronfield has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Dronfield?
Dronfield has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $890. There are 1,922 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Dronfield?
The median home value in Dronfield is $320,006. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,156. The homeownership rate is 71.1%.
How are the schools in Dronfield?
27.6% of adults in Dronfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 45.5% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Dronfield?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Dronfield is 1.5% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.2% Asian. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 6.5% of residents have a disability.