Postcode Analysis Bolsover, East Midlands

SOUTHFIELDS DRIVE, DE55 2DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTHFIELDS DRIVE, DE55 2DW.

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Population

449

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

58%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE55 2DW combines high owner-occupation (95%), strong property values (£195k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £195k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 7.8% year-on-year.

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

DE55 2DW is a sought-after residential area on Southfields Drive, 0.7km from Hamlet, The in South Normanton and Pinxton. Administratively it sits within South Normanton West ward and the Bolsover constituency.

For serious buyers, DE55 2DW is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 95% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £195k, down 7.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 2DW are sourced from Output Area E00098716 (shared with 5 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 DE55 2DW. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 192,000

4 sales · Mean £ 187,237

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

DE55 2DW has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences30
Public order7
Burglary5
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Frederick Gent School

Good782 pupils0.3 km
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The Brigg Infant School

Good159 pupils0.6 km
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Glebe Junior School

Good395 pupils0.9 km
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South Normanton Nursery School

Outstanding83 pupils0.9 km
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John King Infant Academy

Good104 pupils1.1 km
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The Green Infant School

Inadequate96 pupils1.2 km
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Kirkstead Junior Academy

Good218 pupils1.3 km
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Pinxton Nursery School

Good71 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Derbyshire Hotel Derby Ltd T/a Holiday Inn0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Castlewood Public House0.5 km
  • The Villager0.9 km
  • The White Swan0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Whitbread Plc0.3 km
  • Alloga AP50.7 km
  • Elior UK0.7 km
  • Frederick Gent School0.3 km
  • Northern Monk Refectory MCR1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Delhi Nights0.6 km
  • The Frying Squad0.6 km
  • Coco Sun Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Snack Attack0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Common Stores0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alfreton2.8 km
  • Kirkby in Ashfield5.0 km
  • Sutton Parkway6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mansfield Road0.1 km
  • Frederick Gent School0.2 km
  • Alfreton Road Bridge0.2 km
  • Corn Close0.3 km
  • Hazel Grove0.3 km