DE23 1GT is a sought-after residential area on Nevinson Avenue, 0.6km from Normanton in Derby. Administratively it sits within Blagreaves ward and the Derby South constituency.
For serious buyers, DE23 1GT 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. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 — 57% 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: With prices averaging £178k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 26.9% 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 DE23 1GT are sourced from Output Area E00068126 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEVINSON AVENUE, DE23 1GT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEVINSON AVENUE, DE23 1GT.
276
44
£ 45,900 /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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE23 1GT combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£178k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £178k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 26.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE23 1GT. The average age is 44.2. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
9 sales · Mean £ 170,888
Detached
£ 147,000
1 sales · Mean £ 147,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE23 1GT 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.
school Local Schools
St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Ridgeway Infant School
Gayton Junior School
Akaal Primary School
Village Primary Academy
Ivy House School
Derby Moor Spencer Academy
Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- One Stop0.7 km
- Go Local Extra0.7 km
- R R Store Ltd0.9 km
- Sunnyfield Store0.6 km
- Buxton Grocers & Off Licence0.9 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Oaklands0.9 km
- Central United Reformed Church Derby0.8 km
- Derby Co Operative Bowls and Social Club0.7 km
- Littleover Social Club Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Blossom Garden0.7 km
- Pizza Plaza0.7 km
- Sun Waa0.9 km
- Peacock Fountain0.7 km
- Spice Fusion0.3 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- CES Catering Ltd0.6 km
- Kathleen Rose Tea Room0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peartree1.7 km
- Derby3.4 km
- Spondon6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Wellesley Avenue0.2 km
- Wellesley Avenue0.2 km
- Sunnyhill Avenue0.3 km
- Sunnyhill Avenue0.3 km
- Ainsworth Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE231GT · Data under Open Government Licence