DE22 1BY is a sought-after residential area on Windley Crescent, 0.1km from Darley Abbey in Derby. Administratively it sits within Darley ward and the Derby North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE22, DE22 1BY offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. An average age of 45 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £448k. 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 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00068310 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WINDLEY CRESCENT, DE22 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINDLEY CRESCENT, DE22 1BY.
381
45
£ 49,000 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE22 1BY 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE22 1BY combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£448k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE22 1BY. 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
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
Semi-Detached
£ 425,000
5 sales · Mean £ 413,000
Detached
£ 479,500
2 sales · Mean £ 479,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE22 1BY has low crime rates — 28 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
Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School
Lawn Primary School
Markeaton Primary School
The Kingsmead School
Whitecross Nursery School
Portway Junior School
St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The MIll House0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Darley Abbey Wines Ltd0.6 km
- The Broadway0.2 km
- The Coach House0.2 km
- Peacock Lounge1.0 km
- The Paper Mill0.4 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Darleys Restaurant & Terrace Ltd0.6 km
- Nutrition Angel1.0 km
- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- Subway1.0 km
- The Lemon Tree1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Farmfoods1.0 km
- Co-operative1.0 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Natures Way0.9 km
- Birds (Derby) Ltd1.0 km
- Darley Abbey Stores0.2 km
- Estate Shop0.9 km
- Go Local Extra0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Georges Tradition1.0 km
- Papa Johns0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derby3.1 km
- Peartree5.0 km
- Duffield5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Darley Park Road0.1 km
- Mileash Lane0.1 km
- Mileash Lane0.2 km
- St Benedicts School0.2 km
- Abbey Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE221BY · Data under Open Government Licence