DE65 5AE is a sought-after residential area on Avon Way, 1.0km from Dale End Lane in Hilton (South Derbyshire). Administratively it sits within Hilton ward and the South Derbyshire constituency.
For serious buyers, DE65 5AE is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 71% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £209k, up 9.3% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for DE65 5AE are sourced from Output Area E00174595 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AVON WAY, DE65 5AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AVON WAY, DE65 5AE.
306
31
£ 52,200 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE65 5AE 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. DE65 5AE's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £209k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £209k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 9.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE65 5AE. The average age is 31.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 222,500
12 sales · Mean £ 216,654
Semi-Detached
£ 180,000
7 sales · Mean £ 186,277
Terraced
£ 195,000
1 sales · Mean £ 195,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE65 5AE has low crime rates — 15 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
Hilton Spencer Academy
The Mease Spencer Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Hilton House Hotel0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Hilton Harriers Football Club0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Hilton Fish Bar0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.6 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Hilton Stores (UK) Ltd0.7 km
- TLC Foods of Hanbury0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Mandarin Chinese Restaurant & Bar1.0 km
- Don Amott Tea Rooms1.0 km
- Hargate Equestrian Limited1.0 km
- Jangala Softplay Ltd1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Hilton Brook0.6 km
- Kings Head0.7 km
- Old Talbot0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tutbury & Hatton3.2 km
- Willington5.0 km
- Burton-On-Trent6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Nene Way0.1 km
- Nene Way0.2 km
- The Mease Pavilion0.2 km
- The Mease Pavilion0.2 km
- The Mease Pavilion0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE655AE · Data under Open Government Licence