DE65 5BG is a safe, established residential area located 1.0km from Heathtop in South Derbyshire. Administratively it sits within Hilton ward and the South Derbyshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for DE65 5BG are sourced from Output Area E00100526 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DE65 5BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DE65 5BG.
438
42
£ 46,000 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DE65 5BG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE65 5BG. The average age is 41.8. 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)
DE65 5BG has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Eurest - JCB Power Systems0.3 km
- TopHat Industries Ltd0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tutbury & Hatton2.5 km
- Burton-On-Trent9.5 km
- Willington9.8 km
Bus Stops
- Dove Valley0.2 km
- Dove Valley Park0.2 km
- Dove Valley Business Park0.2 km
- Watery Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DE655BG · Data under Open Government Licence