DE23 1GB is a safe, established residential area on Ridgeway Avenue, 0.9km from Sunny Hill in Derby. Administratively it sits within Blagreaves ward and the Derby South constituency.
For families considering a move, DE23 1GB represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £254k.
Census 2021 statistics for DE23 1GB are sourced from Output Area E00068128 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RIDGEWAY AVENUE, DE23 1GB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIDGEWAY AVENUE, DE23 1GB.
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
Cultural diversity defines DE23 1GB — 50% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE23 1GB. 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
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
£ 248,000
4 sales · Mean £ 242,750
Detached
£ 210,000
3 sales · Mean £ 228,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE23 1GB has low crime rates — 25 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
Gayton Junior School
St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Ridgeway Infant School
Derby Moor Spencer Academy
Ivy House School
Griffe Field Primary School
Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy
Akaal Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- One Stop0.6 km
- Go Local Extra1.0 km
- Sunnyfield Store1.0 km
- Caxton Stores0.9 km
- Derby Food Stores Ltd0.9 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Oaklands0.6 km
- Central United Reformed Church Derby1.0 km
- Derby Co Operative Bowls and Social Club0.8 km
- Littleover Social Club Ltd0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Blossom Garden0.9 km
- Pizza Plaza0.6 km
- Sun Waa0.6 km
- Peacock Fountain0.6 km
- Spice Fusion0.5 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- CES Catering Ltd1.0 km
- Kathleen Rose Tea Room0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peartree2.1 km
- Derby3.8 km
- Willington5.9 km
Bus Stops
- St Georges RC School0.1 km
- Kegworth Avenue0.2 km
- Kegworth Avenue0.2 km
- Oaklands Avenue top0.3 km
- Oaklands Avenue top0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE231GB · Data under Open Government Licence