DE55 4LJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Douglas Road, 0.2km from Somercotes in Somercotes and Swanwick. Administratively it sits within Somercotes ward and the Amber Valley constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £152k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DE55 4LJ are sourced from Output Area E00098465 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DOUGLAS ROAD, DE55 4LJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOUGLAS ROAD, DE55 4LJ.
349
40
£ 31,900 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE55 4LJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DE55 4LJ's 60% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE55 4LJ. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 140,000
8 sales · Mean £ 141,675
Detached
£ 134,450
1 sales · Mean £ 134,450
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE55 4LJ is moderate at 67 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
Somerlea Park Junior School
Somercotes Infant and Nursery School
Riddings Infant and Nursery School
Riddings Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Oscari Food Bank1.0 km
- B&M Stores0.5 km
- Bailey's Stores0.2 km
- Heron Frozen Foods Ltd0.9 km
- Owen Taylor & Sons0.6 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Amber Valley Rugby Club0.7 km
- Devonshire Arms0.1 km
- Lux Beauty And Tanning0.6 km
- Olde English Gentleman0.3 km
- Somercotes Snooker Club0.5 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- The Curry Lounge0.2 km
- Amber Valley Fitness Centre0.9 km
- Griffith Foods0.9 km
- KFC0.9 km
- NHS Alfreton (Staff Canteen)0.6 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Central England Co-operative0.9 km
- Central England Co-operative0.2 km
- Iceland0.5 km
- The Range0.5 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Ali's Kebab And Pizza0.4 km
- Charcoal Grill1.0 km
- Classic Canton0.3 km
- Leabrooks Fish Bar0.9 km
- Mayflower0.1 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alfreton2.3 km
- Langley Mill7.3 km
- Kirkby in Ashfield7.8 km
Bus Stops
- Riber Avenue0.0 km
- Riber Avenue0.0 km
- Birchwood Crescent0.1 km
- New Inn0.1 km
- Queen Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DE554LJ · Data under Open Government Licence