Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

WILLSON AVENUE, DE23 1TW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLSON AVENUE, DE23 1TW.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /yr

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Employed

41%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DE23 1TW's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £289k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £289k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 53.6% year-on-year.

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

DE23 1TW is a sought-after residential area on Willson Avenue, 0.5km from Normanton in Derby. Administratively it sits within Blagreaves ward and the Derby South constituency.

For serious buyers, DE23 1TW is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 80% 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 — 100% 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 £289k, down 53.6% 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 1TW are sourced from Output Area E00068123 (shared with 23 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 1TW. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British38.4%
Asian / British Asian47.0%
Black / African / Caribbean7.0%
Other / Mixed7.6%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Detached

£ 401,500

6 sales · Mean £ 386,250

Terraced

£ 141,500

4 sales · Mean £ 139,000

Semi-Detached

£ 180,000

2 sales · Mean £ 180,000

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

DE23 1TW 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 offences61
Anti-social behaviour22
Other theft10
Criminal damage and arson6
Vehicle crime5

school Local Schools

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Ridgeway Infant School

Good267 pupils0.4 km
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St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good334 pupils0.4 km
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Gayton Junior School

Good359 pupils0.6 km
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Akaal Primary School

Requires Improvement200 pupils0.7 km
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Derby Moor Spencer Academy

Good1640 pupils1.0 km
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Ivy House School

Outstanding83 pupils1.0 km
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Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy

Good185 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School

Inadequate200 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Blossom Garden1.0 km
  • Pizza Plaza1.0 km
  • Spice Fusion0.6 km
  • Zanfish Stenson1.0 km
  • King Do Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Go Local Extra0.9 km
  • Sunnyfield Store0.7 km
  • Buxton Grocers & Off Licence0.8 km
  • Caxton Stores0.9 km
  • Derby Food Stores Ltd1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Central United Reformed Church Derby0.5 km
  • Derby Co Operative Bowls and Social Club0.4 km
  • Littleover Social Club Ltd0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Lunch Club0.9 km
  • The Tea Cosy0.9 km
  • Willow Tree Kitchen0.7 km
  • Green Thyme Hub The Clock Tower0.9 km
  • CES Catering Ltd0.7 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peartree1.8 km
  • Derby3.3 km
  • Spondon6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • St Georges RC School0.4 km
  • Ainsworth Drive0.5 km
  • Rosamonds Ride0.5 km
  • Ainsworth Drive0.5 km
  • Rosamonds Ride0.5 km