DE1 1DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on South Street, 1.2km from California in Derby. Administratively it sits within Abbey ward and the Derby North constituency.
For renters and young professionals, DE1 1DB offers residents in this subgroup are typically single or divorced eu-born migrants who live alone. many are aged 25 to 44 and are employed in sales and customer service occupations or are process, plant and machine operatives. a higher than group average proportion identify with the white ethnic group or other asian ethnicities, and many do not speak english very well or well. housing is principally in flats in the social or private rented sector, with households typically overcrowded, and home ownership rare. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 105 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DE1 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00067942 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTH STREET, DE1 1DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH STREET, DE1 1DB.
285
42
£ 33,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE1 1DB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DE1 1DB spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (42) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE1 1DB. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE1 1DB is above average at 105 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Derby Cathedral School
Ashgate Nursery School
Becket Primary School
Newton's Walk
Ashgate Primary School
Central Community Nursery School
Whitecross Nursery School
Firs Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
77 nearby- Moo Moo0.8 km
- Marleyz0.5 km
- Tangs Kitchen0.9 km
- The Bess of Hardwick0.7 km
- The Corn Exchange Sports Bar0.9 km
- + 72 more
Retailers - Other
52 nearby- Birds (Derby ) Ltd0.9 km
- Day Night Pharmacy0.5 km
- Draycott Confectionery Ltd0.9 km
- Go Local Extra0.4 km
- Super Ezee Shop1.0 km
- + 47 more
Restaurant, Cafe
74 nearby- Cafe Ashiana0.5 km
- Cosy Club0.8 km
- Ebi Sushi Restaurant0.5 km
- Emily's Steakhouse0.4 km
- Ristorante Da Alessia0.8 km
- + 69 more
Takeaway Shop
48 nearby- Abby Grill Ltd0.6 km
- Billy's Desserts0.5 km
- Letz Eat0.5 km
- Pound Bakery0.9 km
- Spuds0.4 km
- + 43 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Premier Inn0.9 km
- Leonardo Hotel Derby1.0 km
- Milestone House0.9 km
- Cathedral Quarter Hotel0.7 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- The Co-operative Group0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derby1.9 km
- Peartree3.1 km
- Spondon5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Drewry Court0.2 km
- Great Northern Road0.2 km
- Wild Street0.3 km
- South Street0.3 km
- Vernon Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE11DB · Data under Open Government Licence