Postcode Analysis Amber Valley, East Midlands

DE5 3DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DE5 3DB.

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Population

217

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /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: DE5 3DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

DE5 3DB has a significant social housing presence — 60% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 47-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

DE5 3DB is a well-regarded residential area located 0.6km from Nuttals Park in Ripley (Amber Valley). Administratively it sits within Ripley ward and the Amber Valley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DE5 3DB is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 60% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 98 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DE5 3DB are sourced from Output Area E00098409 (shared with 6 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 DE5 3DB. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 140,000

1 sales · Mean £ 140,000

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

Crime around DE5 3DB is above average at 98 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 offences198
Anti-social behaviour75
Shoplifting54
Public order42
Criminal damage and arson41

school Local Schools

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Lons Infant School

Requires Improvement85 pupils0.4 km
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Ripley Nursery School

Good120 pupils0.6 km
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Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Good367 pupils0.8 km
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Ripley Junior School

Good331 pupils0.8 km
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Ripley Infant School

Good161 pupils0.8 km
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The Ripley Academy

Good799 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Albion News0.6 km
  • Holmfield Chemist0.7 km
  • Critchlow's General Store0.7 km
  • Mr Steel Limited0.9 km
  • Sweet Retreat0.1 km
  • + 16 more
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Pub, NightClub

19 nearby
  • Pear Tree Hotel0.5 km
  • Ambers Pool Sports Bar0.2 km
  • Cock Hotel/Association0.1 km
  • George Inn0.6 km
  • Nags Head Ripley Ltd0.3 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Central England Co-operative0.3 km
  • Central England Co-operative0.7 km
  • Farm Foods0.2 km
  • Sainsburys0.8 km
  • Central England Co-operative0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Ambergate Chip Shop0.7 km
  • Bill's Fish And Chips0.7 km
  • Daily Food & Wine0.4 km
  • Dinos0.3 km
  • Family House0.3 km
  • + 16 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Cookhouse And Pub Ripley0.8 km
  • Fusion Yoga Studio And Wellbing Centre0.1 km
  • Honey Bee Bistro0.3 km
  • Kathmandhu Gurkha II0.1 km
  • Market Place Cafe0.1 km
  • + 15 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ambergate5.0 km
  • Belper5.8 km
  • Alfreton6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Market Place0.1 km
  • Church Street0.1 km
  • Grosvenor Road0.2 km
  • Chapel Street0.2 km
  • High Street0.2 km