DE21 2AP is a sought-after residential area on Britland Edge Avenue, 1.1km 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. 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. 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: With prices averaging £122k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 2AP are sourced from Output Area E00179894 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRITLAND EDGE AVENUE, DE21 2AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRITLAND EDGE AVENUE, DE21 2AP.
492
23
£ 51,400 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE21 2AP combines high owner-occupation (61%), strong property values (£122k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £122k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE21 2AP. 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
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
£ 113,390
4 sales · Mean £ 113,390
Flat
£ 279,995
1 sales · Mean £ 279,995
Detached
£ 277,995
1 sales · Mean £ 277,995
Terraced
£ 195,000
3 sales · Mean £ 196,998
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE21 2AP 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.
school Local Schools
Parkview Primary School
Breadsall CofE VC Primary School
Da Vinci Academy
Breadsall Hill Top Primary School
St Andrew's Academy
Roe Farm Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Birds (Derby) Ltd0.9 km
- B J Wilson Ltd0.9 km
- GT News & Booze0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Oak and Acorn0.9 km
- Breadsall Cricket Club0.3 km
- Windmill Inn0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Oakwood Community Centre Cafe0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- #Spice0.7 km
- Oakwood Chef0.6 km
- Peony House0.9 km
- Oakwood Fish Bar0.9 km
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
- Greenway0.3 km
- Greenway0.3 km
- 128 Brookside Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE212AP · Data under Open Government Licence