Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

MILL STREET, DE1 1DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL STREET, DE1 1DH.

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Population

360

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Avg Age

23

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Avg Income

£ 32,100 /yr

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Employed

16%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DE1 1DH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Very young, very high renting. At 23 years average age and 67% private renter occupancy, DE1 1DH is a classic student-to-graduate transition zone. Moderate crime and budget prices fit the student postcode profile well. Property prices are trending down 5.4% year-on-year.

home £150,000 median price shield Safety 2/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE1 1DH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mill Street, 1.2km from Chester, Little in Derby. Administratively it sits within Darley ward and the Derby North constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With an average age of just 23, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 67% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 94 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 5.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE1 1DH are sourced from Output Area E00179901 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE1 1DH. The average age is 23.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.0%
Asian / British Asian4.7%
Black / African / Caribbean5.2%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

16%Active
FT: 13%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 147,475

20 sales · Mean £ 147,197

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around DE1 1DH is above average at 94 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.

Violence and sexual offences281
Anti-social behaviour84
Public order66
Other theft58
Criminal damage and arson52

school Local Schools

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Newton's Walk

Good14 pupils0.2 km
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Central Community Nursery School

Good73 pupils0.2 km
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Ashgate Nursery School

Good62 pupils0.4 km
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Ashgate Primary School

Good304 pupils0.4 km
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Whitecross Nursery School

Outstanding66 pupils0.4 km
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Derby Cathedral School

Good706 pupils0.5 km
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Becket Primary School

Good233 pupils0.8 km
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Markeaton Primary School

Good417 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

75 nearby
  • Moo Moo0.9 km
  • Marleyz0.6 km
  • Tangs Kitchen0.9 km
  • The Bess of Hardwick0.7 km
  • The Corn Exchange Sports Bar1.0 km
  • + 70 more
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Retailers - Other

38 nearby
  • Birds (Derby ) Ltd1.0 km
  • Day Night Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Draycott Confectionery Ltd1.0 km
  • Go Local Extra0.6 km
  • City Store0.6 km
  • + 33 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

65 nearby
  • Cafe Ashiana0.6 km
  • Cosy Club0.9 km
  • Ebi Sushi Restaurant0.7 km
  • Emily's Steakhouse0.6 km
  • Ristorante Da Alessia0.9 km
  • + 60 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

41 nearby
  • Abby Grill Ltd0.7 km
  • Billy's Desserts0.6 km
  • Letz Eat0.7 km
  • Pound Bakery1.0 km
  • Spuds0.6 km
  • + 36 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Premier Inn0.8 km
  • Leonardo Hotel Derby0.8 km
  • Cathedral Quarter Hotel0.6 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.1 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • The Co-operative Group0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby2.1 km
  • Peartree3.4 km
  • Spondon5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mill Street0.1 km
  • Vernon Street0.1 km
  • Bridge Street0.1 km
  • Bridge Street0.1 km
  • Larges Street0.2 km