DE21 2DE is a sought-after residential area on Steeple Close, 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 2DE offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 75% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.
Census 2021 statistics for DE21 2DE are sourced from Output Area E00068557 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STEEPLE CLOSE, DE21 2DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STEEPLE CLOSE, DE21 2DE.
393
42
£ 51,400 /yr
52%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DE21 2DE — age 42, 75% ownership, 23% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE21 2DE. The average age is 41.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 232,500
8 sales · Mean £ 227,125
Semi-Detached
£ 146,000
1 sales · Mean £ 146,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE21 2DE has low crime rates — 20 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- Windmill Inn0.5 km
- Breadsall Cricket Club0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- #Spice0.3 km
- Oakwood Chef0.4 km
- Pizza House0.9 km
- Tasty Yummy0.5 km
- Fish & Chips @ Pizza Village0.9 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- R and R Bhathal News0.9 km
- Tharun Food & Wine0.9 km
- Drinks World0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- St Philip’s Community Cafe0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derby3.3 km
- Spondon4.4 km
- Duffield5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Spindletree Drive0.1 km
- Spindletree Drive0.1 km
- Lychgate Close0.3 km
- Chandlers Ford0.3 km
- Gilderdale Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE212DE · Data under Open Government Licence