DE21 2BR is a sought-after residential area on Nearwood Drive, 0.7km 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 2BR offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 55 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 96% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £291k, up 13.6% 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 2BR are sourced from Output Area E00068548 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEARWOOD DRIVE, DE21 2BR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEARWOOD DRIVE, DE21 2BR.
217
55
£ 51,400 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE21 2BR 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. DE21 2BR's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £291k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 13.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE21 2BR. The average age is 54.5. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 273,000
3 sales · Mean £ 262,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE21 2BR has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Breadsall CofE VC Primary School
St Andrew's Academy
Da Vinci Academy
Breadsall Hill Top Primary School
Parkview Primary School
Roe Farm Primary School
Beaufort Community Primary School
St Giles' Spencer Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Drinks World0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Breadsall Cricket Club0.6 km
- Windmill Inn0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- #Spice0.1 km
- Oakwood Chef0.1 km
- Tasty Yummy0.8 km
- 3 Spices0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Damsons Coffee House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derby3.7 km
- Spondon4.7 km
- Duffield5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Nearwood Drive0.1 km
- Nearwood Drive0.1 km
- Car Showroom0.1 km
- Car Showroom0.2 km
- Windmill Place0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE212BR · Data under Open Government Licence