Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

ABBOT CLOSE, DE21 2BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBOT CLOSE, DE21 2BQ.

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Population

412

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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6/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DE21 2BQ spans multiple life stages — average age 35, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DE21 2BQ is a sought-after residential area on Abbot Close, 0.3km 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 2BQ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% 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: Average house prices are around £192k.

Census 2021 statistics for DE21 2BQ are sourced from Output Area E00068552 (shared with 11 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 2BQ. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.2%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 184,975

8 sales · Mean £ 184,743

Detached

£ 191,000

4 sales · Mean £ 195,625

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

DE21 2BQ 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.

Violence and sexual offences43
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order9
Drugs6

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's Academy

Good136 pupils0.3 km
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Breadsall Hill Top Primary School

Good408 pupils0.6 km
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Da Vinci Academy

Good666 pupils0.6 km
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Breadsall CofE VC Primary School

Good118 pupils0.7 km
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Roe Farm Primary School

Requires Improvement428 pupils1.1 km
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Parkview Primary School

Good242 pupils1.2 km
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St Giles' Spencer Academy

Outstanding145 pupils1.3 km
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Beaufort Community Primary School

Good301 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Drinks World0.5 km
  • Tharun Food & Wine0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Breadsall Cricket Club0.9 km
  • Windmill Inn0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • #Spice0.3 km
  • Oakwood Chef0.4 km
  • Pizza House0.8 km
  • Tasty Yummy0.5 km
  • 3 Spices0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • McDonalds0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby3.4 km
  • Spondon4.6 km
  • Duffield5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Lychgate Close0.1 km
  • Windmill Place0.1 km
  • Windmill Place0.1 km
  • Lychgate Close0.2 km
  • Stratford Road0.3 km