DE22 1DL is a sought-after residential area on Old Lane, 0.3km 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 1DL offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 91% 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k, up 37.4% 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 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00068272 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD LANE, DE22 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD LANE, DE22 1DL.
311
47
£ 49,000 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE22 1DL 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. DE22 1DL's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £365k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £365k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 37.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE22 1DL. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 337,500
8 sales · Mean £ 326,874
Detached
£ 295,500
2 sales · Mean £ 295,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE22 1DL has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School
Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
Lawn Primary School
Portway Junior School
Markeaton Primary School
The Kingsmead School
St Giles' Spencer Academy
Beaufort Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Darley Abbey Stores0.1 km
- B&M0.9 km
- Colleague Box0.7 km
- Aldi0.9 km
- Go Local Extra0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Paper Mill0.1 km
- The Broadway0.6 km
- The Coach House0.6 km
- Darley Abbey Wines Ltd0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Darley Park Tea Rooms0.1 km
- Brunchd0.9 km
- Costa0.9 km
- Darleys Restaurant & Terrace Ltd0.2 km
- Costa Drive Thru0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The MIll House0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- KFC0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derby3.1 km
- Duffield5.0 km
- Peartree5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Abbey Lane0.1 km
- Abbey Lane0.2 km
- St Matthews Church0.3 km
- Darley Park Road0.3 km
- Canons Walk0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE221DL · Data under Open Government Licence