Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

BLEAKLOW CLOSE, DE21 2AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLEAKLOW CLOSE, DE21 2AJ.

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Population

134

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE21 2AJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DE21 2AJ's low deprivation rank, 67% ownership, and £337k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £337k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 66.7% year-on-year.

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

DE21 2AJ is a sought-after residential area on Bleaklow Close, 0.9km from Breadsall in Derby. Administratively it sits within Oakwood ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.

For serious buyers, DE21 2AJ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 28) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. 67% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £337k, up 66.7% 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 2AJ are sourced from Output Area E00179881 (shared with 2 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 2AJ. The average age is 27.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.0%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean5.2%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 297,995

14 sales · Mean £ 309,781

Semi-Detached

£ 231,500

6 sales · Mean £ 223,996

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

DE21 2AJ has low crime rates — 19 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 offences39
Criminal damage and arson8
Anti-social behaviour5
Vehicle crime5
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Breadsall CofE VC Primary School

Good118 pupils0.8 km
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Parkview Primary School

Good242 pupils0.8 km
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Da Vinci Academy

Good666 pupils1.0 km
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Breadsall Hill Top Primary School

Good408 pupils1.0 km
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St Andrew's Academy

Good136 pupils1.0 km
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Roe Farm Primary School

Requires Improvement428 pupils1.5 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 Inn0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Oakwood Community Centre Cafe0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • #Spice0.5 km
  • Oakwood Chef0.4 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

  • Derby3.9 km
  • Spondon4.5 km
  • Duffield5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Windmill Inn0.2 km
  • Windmill Inn0.2 km
  • 128 Brookside Road0.3 km
  • 128 Brookside Road0.3 km
  • Car Showroom0.3 km