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.
JOHN O'GAUNTS WAY, DE56 0DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JOHN O'GAUNTS WAY, DE56 0DU.
256
42
£ 41,600 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Belper School and Sixth Form Centre
Pottery Primary School
St John's CofE Primary School and Nursery
Herbert Strutt Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Whitemoor Lane Convenience Store0.5 km
- Pottery Service Station0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Black Bulls Head0.6 km
- Greyhound Inn0.5 km
- Belper Sports Centre Services0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Vaillant Industrial Group0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.5 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
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
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Postcode Profile: DE560DU · Data under Open Government Licence