Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

WEST BANK CLOSE, DE22 1AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST BANK CLOSE, DE22 1AR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

307

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 49,000 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE22 1AR 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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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE22 1AR combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£385k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £385k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

DE22 1AR is a sought-after residential area on West Bank Close, 0.9km from Darley Abbey in Derby. Administratively it sits within Darley ward and the Derby North constituency.

For serious buyers, DE22 1AR is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% 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 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k. 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 DE22 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00068280 (shared with 16 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 DE22 1AR. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.2%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed4.5%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 385,000

3 sales · Mean £ 353,333

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

DE22 1AR has low crime rates — 30 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 offences41
Anti-social behaviour20
Shoplifting18
Vehicle crime15
Public order14

school Local Schools

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Markeaton Primary School

Good417 pupils0.3 km
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The Kingsmead School

Good33 pupils0.3 km
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Whitecross Nursery School

Outstanding66 pupils0.7 km
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Lawn Primary School

Outstanding425 pupils0.9 km
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Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good1344 pupils0.9 km
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Central Community Nursery School

Good73 pupils1.0 km
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Newton's Walk

Good14 pupils1.0 km
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Royal School for the Deaf Derby

Good105 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Arthur's Superstore0.9 km
  • Kedleston Street Stores0.9 km
  • Littleover Local0.4 km
  • Estate Shop0.3 km
  • Markeaton News0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Blends & The Academy Bar0.4 km
  • Derby Deaf Club0.8 km
  • Five Lamps0.8 km
  • Jonty Farmer0.4 km
  • The Broadway0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Aramark@University of Derby0.9 km
  • Derby Shakespeare Theatre Company0.5 km
  • Catering Academy0.3 km
  • Pantree Restaurant0.3 km
  • Kedleston Road Training Centre0.3 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Lucky House0.9 km
  • Top Chef1.0 km
  • Good Food Inn0.8 km
  • Kedleston Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Dessert Stop0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • The Co-operative Group0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby2.8 km
  • Peartree4.4 km
  • Duffield5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Broadfields Close0.1 km
  • Broadfields Close0.1 km
  • Baptist Church0.2 km
  • Baptist Church0.2 km
  • The Leylands0.3 km