Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

ORCHARD CLOSE, DE23 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD CLOSE, DE23 1DP.

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Population

319

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines DE23 1DP — 56% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

home £270,000 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE23 1DP is a sought-after residential area on Orchard Close, 0.8km from Normanton in Derby. Administratively it sits within Blagreaves ward and the Derby South constituency.

For serious buyers, DE23 1DP is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 56% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Derby.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £270k.

Census 2021 statistics for DE23 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00068106 (shared with 17 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 DE23 1DP. 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 / British44.1%
Asian / British Asian42.9%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed9.9%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 235,000

4 sales · Mean £ 228,750

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

DE23 1DP has low crime rates — 22 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 offences56
Anti-social behaviour18
Public order10
Other theft9
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good334 pupils0.3 km
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Ridgeway Infant School

Good267 pupils0.3 km
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Gayton Junior School

Good359 pupils0.6 km
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Derby Moor Spencer Academy

Good1640 pupils0.6 km
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Ivy House School

Outstanding83 pupils0.6 km
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Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy

Good185 pupils0.7 km
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Griffe Field Primary School

Outstanding468 pupils0.9 km
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St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School

Inadequate200 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Littleover Club1.0 km
  • The Fairholme Club1.0 km
  • White Swan1.0 km
  • Central United Reformed Church Derby0.6 km
  • Derby Co Operative Bowls and Social Club0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Brown's Restaurant1.0 km
  • Lunch Club0.8 km
  • The Tea Cosy0.8 km
  • Willow Tree Kitchen0.6 km
  • Crossed Keys Cafe0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Spice Fusion0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Sri Convenience Store0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peartree2.2 km
  • Derby3.6 km
  • Willington6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • St Georges RC School0.3 km
  • Hill Cross Avenue0.3 km
  • Hill Cross Avenue0.4 km
  • Harpur Avenue0.4 km
  • Harpur Avenue0.4 km