Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

SOMERBY WAY, DE21 2DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOMERBY WAY, DE21 2DY.

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Population

284

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DE21 2DY 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.

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6/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE21 2DY combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£330k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

DE21 2DY is a sought-after residential area on Somerby Way, 0.9km 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 2DY offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 93% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £330k. 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 2DY are sourced from Output Area E00068551 (shared with 19 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 2DY. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.0%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 330,000

1 sales · Mean £ 330,000

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

DE21 2DY has low crime rates — 24 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 offences71
Anti-social behaviour13
Vehicle crime11
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Parkview Primary School

Good242 pupils0.5 km
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Da Vinci Academy

Good666 pupils0.7 km
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Breadsall Hill Top Primary School

Good408 pupils0.7 km
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St Andrew's Academy

Good136 pupils0.8 km
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Breadsall CofE VC Primary School

Good118 pupils1.0 km
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Roe Farm Primary School

Requires Improvement428 pupils1.1 km
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Cavendish Close Infant School

Good271 pupils1.3 km
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Cavendish Close Junior Academy

Good309 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Breadsall Cricket Club0.7 km
  • The Oak and Acorn0.6 km
  • Windmill Inn0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Oakwood Community Centre Cafe0.6 km
  • St Philip’s Community Cafe0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • #Spice0.5 km
  • Oakwood Chef0.5 km
  • Tasty Yummy1.0 km
  • Fish & Chips @ Pizza Village0.8 km
  • Lucky House0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • B J Wilson Ltd0.6 km
  • GT News & Booze0.6 km
  • R and R Bhathal News0.9 km
  • Birds (Derby) Ltd0.6 km
  • Drinks World1.0 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-operative1.0 km
  • Co-operative0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby3.6 km
  • Spondon4.2 km
  • Duffield5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Sedgebrook Close0.1 km
  • Sedgebrook Close0.1 km
  • Chandlers Ford0.2 km
  • Gilderdale Way0.2 km
  • Gilderdale Way0.2 km