DE21 2BA is a sought-after residential area on Bishops Drive, 0.4km from Breadsall Hilltop in Derby. Administratively it sits within Oakwood ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE21, DE21 2BA offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 12.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DE21 2BA are sourced from Output Area E00068540 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BISHOPS DRIVE, DE21 2BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BISHOPS DRIVE, DE21 2BA.
534
44
£ 51,400 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE21 2BA 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DE21 2BA spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 12.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE21 2BA. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
1 sales · Mean £ 160,000
Detached
£ 188,500
2 sales · Mean £ 188,500
Terraced
£ 150,940
2 sales · Mean £ 150,940
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE21 2BA has low crime rates — 21 incidents 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
St Andrew's Academy
Breadsall Hill Top Primary School
Da Vinci Academy
Breadsall CofE VC Primary School
Roe Farm Primary School
Parkview Primary School
St Giles' Spencer Academy
Beaufort Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Breadsall Cricket Club0.9 km
- Windmill Inn0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- #Spice0.3 km
- Oakwood Chef0.3 km
- Pizza House0.9 km
- Tasty Yummy0.5 km
- Fish & Chips @ Pizza Village1.0 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- R and R Bhathal News1.0 km
- Tharun Food & Wine0.9 km
- Drinks World0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- St Philip’s Community Cafe0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derby3.4 km
- Spondon4.4 km
- Duffield5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Spindletree Drive0.1 km
- Spindletree Drive0.1 km
- Lychgate Close0.3 km
- Windmill Place0.3 km
- Windmill Place0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE212BA · Data under Open Government Licence