Postcode Analysis Amber Valley, East Midlands

JOHN O'GAUNTS WAY, DE56 0DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JOHN O'GAUNTS WAY, DE56 0DU.

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Population

256

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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

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8/10
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4/10
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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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9/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 42, DE56 0DU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

DE56 0DU is a sought-after residential area on John O'Gaunts Way, 0.3km from Openwoodgate in Belper. Administratively it sits within Belper East ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DE56 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00098183 (shared with 9 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 DE56 0DU. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

DE56 0DU has low crime rates — 21 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 offences51
Public order14
Anti-social behaviour5
Other theft5
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Belper School and Sixth Form Centre

Requires Improvement1218 pupils0.2 km
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Pottery Primary School

Good320 pupils0.7 km
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St John's CofE Primary School and Nursery

Good450 pupils1.3 km
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Herbert Strutt Primary School

Good192 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Whitemoor Lane Convenience Store0.5 km
  • Pottery Service Station0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Black Bulls Head0.6 km
  • Greyhound Inn0.5 km
  • Belper Sports Centre Services0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Vaillant Industrial Group0.6 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food0.5 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Full House0.8 km
  • Golden Gate Takeaway0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Belper2.0 km
  • Ambergate4.2 km
  • Duffield4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Whitemoor Centre0.1 km
  • Whitemoor Centre0.1 km
  • Jodrell Avenue0.2 km
  • Leisure Centre0.2 km
  • Jodrell Avenue0.2 km