Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

VICARWOOD AVENUE, DE22 1BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARWOOD AVENUE, DE22 1BX.

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Population

381

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 49,000 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE22 1BX 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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8/10
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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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7/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DE22 1BX's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £373k 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 down 21.4% year-on-year.

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

DE22 1BX is a sought-after residential area on Vicarwood Avenue, 0.2km from Darley Abbey in Derby. Administratively it sits within Darley ward and the Derby North constituency.

For serious buyers, DE22 1BX is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £373k, down 21.4% 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 DE22 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00068310 (shared with 15 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 1BX. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.0%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 373,500

3 sales · Mean £ 396,166

Detached

£ 574,975

2 sales · Mean £ 574,975

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

DE22 1BX has low crime rates — 23 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 offences36
Anti-social behaviour12
Public order6
Other theft6
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good1344 pupils0.4 km
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Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School

Good458 pupils0.5 km
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Lawn Primary School

Outstanding425 pupils0.8 km
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Markeaton Primary School

Good417 pupils1.0 km
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The Kingsmead School

Good33 pupils1.0 km
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Whitecross Nursery School

Outstanding66 pupils1.3 km
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Central Community Nursery School

Good73 pupils1.5 km
P

Portway Junior School

Good339 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The MIll House0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Darley Abbey Wines Ltd0.7 km
  • The Broadway0.1 km
  • The Coach House0.1 km
  • Peacock Lounge1.0 km
  • The Paper Mill0.5 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Darleys Restaurant & Terrace Ltd0.7 km
  • Nutrition Angel1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee1.0 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • The Lemon Tree1.0 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Farmfoods1.0 km
  • Co-operative1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Natures Way0.9 km
  • Birds (Derby) Ltd1.0 km
  • Darley Abbey Stores0.4 km
  • Estate Shop0.8 km
  • Littleover Local0.9 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Georges Tradition1.0 km
  • Papa Johns0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Happy Choice1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby3.0 km
  • Peartree4.9 km
  • Duffield5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Mileash Lane0.1 km
  • Mileash Lane0.1 km
  • Mileash Lane0.1 km
  • Broadway0.2 km
  • St Benedicts School0.2 km