Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

HARE EDGE DRIVE, DE21 2AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARE EDGE DRIVE, DE21 2AF.

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Population

492

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Avg Age

23

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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5/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DE21 2AF's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership, and £288k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £288k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 18.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE21 2AF is a sought-after residential area on Hare Edge Drive, 1.0km from Breadsall in Derby. Administratively it sits within Oakwood ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 23) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £288k, up 18.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DE21 2AF are sourced from Output Area E00179894 (shared with 8 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 DE21 2AF. 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 / British79.6%
Asian / British Asian6.7%
Black / African / Caribbean5.3%
Other / Mixed8.5%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 247,495

18 sales · Mean £ 252,553

Detached

£ 312,997

38 sales · Mean £ 308,878

Terraced

£ 208,497

12 sales · Mean £ 208,704

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

DE21 2AF has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences35
Criminal damage and arson8
Anti-social behaviour5
Vehicle crime4
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Parkview Primary School

Good242 pupils0.7 km
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Breadsall CofE VC Primary School

Good118 pupils0.9 km
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Da Vinci Academy

Good666 pupils1.2 km
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Breadsall Hill Top Primary School

Good408 pupils1.2 km
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St Andrew's Academy

Good136 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Birds (Derby) Ltd0.9 km
  • B J Wilson Ltd0.9 km
  • GT News & Booze0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Oak and Acorn0.9 km
  • Breadsall Cricket Club0.3 km
  • Windmill Inn0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Oakwood Community Centre Cafe0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • #Spice0.7 km
  • Oakwood Chef0.6 km
  • Peony House0.9 km
  • Oakwood Fish Bar0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby4.1 km
  • Spondon4.5 km
  • Duffield5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Lime Lane0.2 km
  • Lime Lane0.2 km
  • Greenway0.2 km
  • Greenway0.3 km
  • 128 Brookside Road0.3 km