Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

RIDGEWAY AVENUE, DE23 1GD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIDGEWAY AVENUE, DE23 1GD.

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Population

404

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 39,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

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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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines DE23 1GD — 54% 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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE23 1GD 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 1GD 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 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Derby.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £208k.

Census 2021 statistics for DE23 1GD are sourced from Output Area E00068132 (shared with 18 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 1GD. The average age is 35.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British45.7%
Asian / British Asian42.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.0%
Other / Mixed10.1%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 181,000

6 sales · Mean £ 186,866

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

DE23 1GD has low crime rates — 27 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 offences67
Anti-social behaviour17
Public order16
Other theft9
Criminal damage and arson8

school Local Schools

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Gayton Junior School

Good359 pupils0.1 km
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St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good334 pupils0.2 km
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Ridgeway Infant School

Good267 pupils0.2 km
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Derby Moor Spencer Academy

Good1640 pupils0.8 km
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Ivy House School

Outstanding83 pupils0.8 km
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Griffe Field Primary School

Outstanding468 pupils0.9 km
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Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy

Good185 pupils1.1 km
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Akaal Primary School

Requires Improvement200 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Oaklands0.5 km
  • Derby Co Operative Bowls and Social Club0.8 km
  • Littleover Social Club Ltd0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Blossom Garden0.9 km
  • Pizza Plaza0.6 km
  • Sun Waa0.5 km
  • Peacock Fountain0.6 km
  • Spice Fusion0.5 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • CES Catering Ltd1.0 km
  • Kathleen Rose Tea Room0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peartree2.1 km
  • Derby3.9 km
  • Willington5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Kegworth Avenue0.2 km
  • Kegworth Avenue0.2 km
  • St Georges RC School0.2 km
  • Oaklands Avenue top0.2 km
  • Oaklands Avenue top0.2 km