DE55 1DN is a sought-after residential area on Grayswood Close, 0.7km from Leabrooks in Somercotes and Swanwick. Administratively it sits within Swanwick ward and the Amber Valley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE55, DE55 1DN offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 57) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 96% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 DE55 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00098490 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRAYSWOOD CLOSE, DE55 1DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAYSWOOD CLOSE, DE55 1DN.
204
57
£ 39,500 /yr
37%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 96% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, DE55 1DN is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE55 1DN. The average age is 57.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE55 1DN has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Swanwick School and Sports College
Swanwick Hall School
Swanwick Primary School
Somercotes Infant and Nursery School
Somerlea Park Junior School
Riddings Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Booths Convenience (Go Local Extra)0.8 km
- Owen Taylor & Sons1.0 km
- R D News1.0 km
- Riddings Pharmacy1.0 km
- Swanwick Discount Stores0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Boot & Slipper0.9 km
- Cross Keys0.9 km
- Lux Beauty And Tanning0.9 km
- Swanwick Methodist Church0.8 km
- The Boot And Slipper0.9 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Pantry0.9 km
- The Salt Pot0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Central England Co-operative0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Leabrooks Fish Bar0.7 km
- Oriental Chef0.9 km
- Wok Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alfreton3.1 km
- Ambergate6.5 km
- Langley Mill7.3 km
Bus Stops
- St Andrews Close0.1 km
- St Andrews Close0.1 km
- The Gate0.3 km
- The Gate0.4 km
- Crays Hill0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DE551DN · Data under Open Government Licence