DE6 1BY is a safe, established residential area on The Plough, 0.1km from Compton in Ashbourne. Administratively it sits within Ashbourne South ward and the Derbyshire Dales constituency.
For families considering a move, DE6 1BY represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £151k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DE6 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00099123 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE PLOUGH, DE6 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE PLOUGH, DE6 1BY.
360
42
£ 39,400 /yr
55%
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
DE6 1BY is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE6 1BY. The average age is 42.0. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 150,000
3 sales · Mean £ 150,483
Flat
£ 155,000
1 sales · Mean £ 155,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE6 1BY is moderate at 52 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 Primary School
St Oswald's CofE Primary School
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
Ashbourne Hilltop Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- A L Hulme0.3 km
- Bentley Grocers0.2 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Booze & News0.4 km
- Compton Fruit and Veg0.2 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Ashbourne Ex-Servicemens Club0.4 km
- Queen's Vaults0.4 km
- Greenman Public House0.4 km
- Wheel Inn0.1 km
- White Swan0.4 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Betty's Sewing Box0.7 km
- Birds Bakery0.4 km
- Friends Caf?0.5 km
- Jack Rabbits0.4 km
- The Little Shed Ashbourne Ltd0.2 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys0.2 km
- Central England Co-operative0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Dalo Pizza & Kebab0.3 km
- Panda Express0.2 km
- Golden Hill0.5 km
- Market Fish & Chip Shop0.4 km
- Picnic Basket0.5 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ye Olde Vaults0.4 km
- Compton House Bed and Breakfast0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Uttoxeter15.5 km
- Cromford16.5 km
- Matlock Bath16.7 km
Bus Stops
- Derby Road 210.1 km
- Sturston Road0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Sturston Road0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE61BY · Data under Open Government Licence