Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

HIGHFIELDS PARK DRIVE, DE22 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELDS PARK DRIVE, DE22 1BW.

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Population

364

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Avg Age

40

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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 1BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DE22 1BW's 61% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £340k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

DE22 1BW is a safe, established residential area on Highfields Park Drive, 0.8km from Darley Abbey in Derby. Administratively it sits within Darley ward and the Derby North constituency.

For families considering a move, DE22 1BW represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k.

Census 2021 statistics for DE22 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00171219 (shared with 3 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 1BW. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.4%
Asian / British Asian6.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

6 sales · Mean £ 249,833

Detached

£ 420,500

18 sales · Mean £ 410,191

Terraced

£ 236,000

11 sales · Mean £ 235,954

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

DE22 1BW has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences25
Public order7
Other theft6
Vehicle crime6
Anti-social behaviour5

school Local Schools

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Lawn Primary School

Outstanding425 pupils0.5 km
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The Kingsmead School

Good33 pupils0.5 km
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Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good1344 pupils0.6 km
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Markeaton Primary School

Good417 pupils0.6 km
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Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School

Good458 pupils1.0 km
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Whitecross Nursery School

Outstanding66 pupils1.0 km
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Royal School for the Deaf Derby

Good105 pupils1.3 km
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Central Community Nursery School

Good73 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Littleover Local0.8 km
  • Birds (Derby) Ltd0.7 km
  • Darley Abbey Stores0.9 km
  • Estate Shop0.2 km
  • Greedy Pigs Butchers0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Blends & The Academy Bar0.7 km
  • Jonty Farmer0.7 km
  • The Pot Hole0.7 km
  • The Creaky Floorboard0.7 km
  • The Broadway0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Derby Shakespeare Theatre Company0.8 km
  • Catering Academy0.2 km
  • Pantree Restaurant0.2 km
  • Nutrition Angel0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Central England Co-operative Society0.9 km
  • Co-operative0.7 km
  • Farmfoods0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Happy Choice0.7 km
  • Georges Tradition0.7 km
  • Kedleston Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Papa Johns0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby3.1 km
  • Peartree4.8 km
  • Duffield5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Baptist Church0.3 km
  • Baptist Church0.3 km
  • Broadfields Close0.3 km
  • Broadfields Close0.3 km
  • University Bus Park0.3 km