DE6 1AZ is a sought-after residential area on Netherfield Close, 0.4km from Spitalhill in Ashbourne. Administratively it sits within Ashbourne South ward and the Derbyshire Dales constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE6, DE6 1AZ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DE6 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00180342 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NETHERFIELD CLOSE, DE6 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NETHERFIELD CLOSE, DE6 1AZ.
513
45
£ 39,400 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE6 1AZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.
Area Character
DE6 1AZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 95% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE6 1AZ. The average age is 44.8. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE6 1AZ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ashbourne Hilltop Primary and Nursery School
St Oswald's CofE Primary School
Ashbourne Primary School
Clifton CofE Primary School
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- A L Hulme1.0 km
- Bentley Grocers0.8 km
- Compton Fruit and Veg0.8 km
- Lumbards Garage0.8 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- The Little Shed Ashbourne Ltd0.9 km
- The Play Village0.7 km
- Ashbourne Fish and Chips Restaurant0.8 km
- Cafe Impromptu1.0 km
- Star Anise0.8 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsburys0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Dalo Pizza & Kebab1.0 km
- Panda Express0.7 km
- Subway1.0 km
- Bennys Pizza and Kebab House0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Wheel Inn0.8 km
- The Bridge1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Compton House Bed and Breakfast0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Uttoxeter14.9 km
- Tutbury & Hatton16.3 km
- Duffield16.7 km
Bus Stops
- Spencer Close0.3 km
- Spencer Close0.3 km
- Hilltop Infants0.3 km
- Hilltop Schools0.3 km
- Hilltop Schools0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE61AZ · Data under Open Government Licence