DE56 0DN is a sought-after residential area on Stoke Close, 0.5km from Openwoodgate in Belper. Administratively it sits within Belper East ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 83% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £201k, up 5.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DE56 0DN are sourced from Output Area E00098181 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STOKE CLOSE, DE56 0DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STOKE CLOSE, DE56 0DN.
280
44
£ 41,600 /yr
50%
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.
Area Character
DE56 0DN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 83% 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. Property prices are trending up 5.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE56 0DN. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 195,000
9 sales · Mean £ 191,216
Detached
£ 250,000
5 sales · Mean £ 277,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE56 0DN has low crime rates — 16 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.
school Local Schools
Belper School and Sixth Form Centre
Pottery Primary School
St John's CofE Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Whitemoor Lane Convenience Store0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Black Bulls Head0.7 km
- Greyhound Inn0.7 km
- Belper Sports Centre Services0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Vaillant Industrial Group0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Full House0.9 km
- Golden Gate Takeaway0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Belper2.2 km
- Ambergate4.2 km
- Duffield5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Whitemoor House0.1 km
- Whitemoor House0.1 km
- Ashop Road0.1 km
- Ashop Road0.1 km
- Burbage Close0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DE560DN · Data under Open Government Licence