DE6 1DL is a safe, established residential area on Tavern Cottages, 0.2km from The Leys in Ashbourne. Administratively it sits within Ashbourne South ward and the Derbyshire Dales constituency.
For families considering a move, DE6 1DL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £143k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DE6 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00099123 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TAVERN COTTAGES, DE6 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TAVERN COTTAGES, DE6 1DL.
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 1DL 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 1DL. 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
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 135,000
2 sales · Mean £ 135,000
Terraced
£ 128,000
2 sales · Mean £ 128,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE6 1DL has low crime rates — 49 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
St Oswald's CofE Primary School
Ashbourne Primary School
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
Ashbourne Hilltop Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- A L Hulme0.4 km
- Bentley Grocers0.2 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- Booze & News0.6 km
- Compton Fruit and Veg0.4 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Ashbourne Ex-Servicemens Club0.6 km
- Queen's Vaults0.6 km
- Greenman Public House0.6 km
- Wheel Inn0.4 km
- White Swan0.6 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Betty's Sewing Box0.9 km
- Birds Bakery0.6 km
- Friends Caf?0.6 km
- Jack Rabbits0.6 km
- The Little Shed Ashbourne Ltd0.4 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsburys0.3 km
- Aldi0.9 km
- Central England Co-operative0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Dalo Pizza & Kebab0.6 km
- Panda Express0.2 km
- Golden Hill0.6 km
- Market Fish & Chip Shop0.6 km
- Picnic Basket0.6 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ye Olde Vaults0.6 km
- Compton House Bed and Breakfast0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Uttoxeter15.3 km
- Cromford16.8 km
- Tutbury & Hatton17.0 km
Bus Stops
- Hospital0.2 km
- Hospital0.2 km
- St Oswolds Church0.3 km
- St Oswolds Church0.3 km
- Church Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE61DL · Data under Open Government Licence