DE23 1FQ is a safe, established residential area on Blagreaves Lane, 0.7km from Moorway in Derby. Administratively it sits within Blagreaves ward and the Derby South constituency.
For families considering a move, DE23 1FQ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 50% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Derby.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DE23 1FQ are sourced from Output Area E00068128 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLAGREAVES LANE, DE23 1FQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLAGREAVES LANE, DE23 1FQ.
410
41
£ 39,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DE23 1FQ has a highly multicultural community character — 50% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE23 1FQ. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE23 1FQ has low crime rates — 34 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.
school Local Schools
Ridgeway Infant School
St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Ivy House School
Derby Moor Spencer Academy
Gayton Junior School
Griffe Field Primary School
Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy
St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Oaklands0.9 km
- Central United Reformed Church Derby0.9 km
- Derby Co Operative Bowls and Social Club0.7 km
- Littleover Social Club Ltd0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Sun Waa0.9 km
- Spice Fusion0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Curry Express1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Tea Cosy1.0 km
- Willow Tree Kitchen0.9 km
- Kathleen Rose Tea Room0.9 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Oakland Superstore0.9 km
- Quenchers1.0 km
- Sri Convenience Store0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peartree2.4 km
- Derby3.9 km
- Willington5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Hill Cross Avenue0.0 km
- Hill Cross Avenue0.1 km
- Greenburn Close0.2 km
- Greenburn Close0.2 km
- Derby Moor School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE231FQ · Data under Open Government Licence