DE1 1DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Friar Gate, 1.2km from Chester, Little in Derby. Administratively it sits within Darley ward and the Derby North constituency.
For renters and young professionals, DE1 1DJ offers a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 23) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. 67% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £361k.
Census 2021 statistics for DE1 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00179901 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FRIAR GATE, DE1 1DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FRIAR GATE, DE1 1DJ.
360
23
£ 32,100 /yr
16%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE1 1DJ 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.
Area Character
DE1 1DJ is a student and graduate zone — average age 23, 67% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Moderate crime and budget prices fit the student postcode profile well.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE1 1DJ. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 380,000
2 sales · Mean £ 380,000
Flat
£ 325,000
1 sales · Mean £ 325,000
Terraced
£ 830,000
1 sales · Mean £ 830,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE1 1DJ is above average at 91 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
Newton's Walk
Central Community Nursery School
Ashgate Nursery School
Ashgate Primary School
Derby Cathedral School
Whitecross Nursery School
Becket Primary School
Royal School for the Deaf Derby
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
77 nearby- Moo Moo0.8 km
- Marleyz0.6 km
- Tangs Kitchen0.9 km
- The Bess of Hardwick0.7 km
- The Corn Exchange Sports Bar1.0 km
- + 72 more
Retailers - Other
41 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
- + 36 more
Restaurant, Cafe
67 nearby- Cafe Ashiana0.6 km
- Cosy Club0.9 km
- Ebi Sushi Restaurant0.6 km
- Emily's Steakhouse0.6 km
- Ristorante Da Alessia0.9 km
- + 62 more
Takeaway Shop
43 nearby- Abby Grill Ltd0.7 km
- Billy's Desserts0.6 km
- Letz Eat0.6 km
- Pound Bakery1.0 km
- Spuds0.6 km
- + 38 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Premier Inn0.8 km
- Leonardo Hotel Derby0.8 km
- Cathedral Quarter Hotel0.6 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- The Co-operative Group0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derby2.1 km
- Peartree3.3 km
- Spondon5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Vernon Street0.1 km
- Mill Street0.1 km
- Larges Street0.1 km
- South Street0.2 km
- Agard Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE11DJ · Data under Open Government Licence