Is DE55 6DB a safe place to live?

Yes, DE55 6DB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of DE55 6DB?

The population for the DE55 6DB area is approximately 401 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North East Derbyshire, East Midlands

DEWEY LANE, DE55 6DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DEWEY LANE, DE55 6DB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-08 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

401

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /yr

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Employed

48%

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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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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8/10

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Area Character

DE55 6DB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE55 6DB is a safe, established residential area on Dewey Lane, 0.1km from Doehole in North East Derbyshire. Administratively it sits within Ashover ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.

For families considering a move, DE55 6DB represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 6DB are sourced from Output Area E00100028 (shared with 28 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 6DB. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%

Asian / British Asian1.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 0%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

DE55 6DB has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

The Plough Inn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Whatstandwell5.1 km
Cromford5.2 km
Matlock5.3 km

Bus Stops

Dewy Lane0.1 km
Dewy Lane0.1 km