Postcode Analysis Derbyshire Dales, East Midlands

BASLOW ROAD, DE45 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BASLOW ROAD, DE45 1AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

251

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Avg Age

58

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

36%

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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10/10
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7/10
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3/10
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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

DE45 1AF is a settled retirement community — average age 58, 84% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £429k reflects the demand.

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

DE45 1AF is a sought-after residential area on Baslow Road, 0.3km from Higginholes in Bakewell. Administratively it sits within Bakewell ward and the Derbyshire Dales constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE45, DE45 1AF offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An established, mature community with an average age of 58 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £429k. 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 DE45 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00099136 (shared with 33 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 DE45 1AF. The average age is 57.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 280,000

2 sales · Mean £ 280,000

Semi-Detached

£ 585,000

3 sales · Mean £ 520,000

Detached

£ 375,625

2 sales · Mean £ 375,625

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

DE45 1AF has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary5
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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Bakewell CofE Infant School

Good30 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Somerby B&B0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Bakewell Golf Club0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Ignition Cars And Coffee0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • John Hattersley Wines Ltd1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Grindleford9.5 km
  • Hathersage11.3 km
  • Matlock Station12.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Baslow Road0.0 km
  • Baslow Road0.0 km
  • Higgenholes0.2 km
  • Pineapple Farm0.2 km
  • Pineapple Farm0.2 km