Is DE72 2AJ a safe place to live?

Yes, DE72 2AJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DE72 2AJ?

The average property price in DE72 2AJ is currently around £290k.

What is the population of DE72 2AJ?

The population for the DE72 2AJ area is approximately 410 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Derbyshire, East Midlands

PARK VIEW, DE72 2AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK VIEW, DE72 2AJ.

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Population

410

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,900 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DE72 2AJ 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.

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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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9/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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Area Character

DE72 2AJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £290k, 89% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE72 2AJ is a sought-after residential area on Park View, 0.3km from Aston-on-Trent in Aston-on-Trent. Administratively it sits within Aston ward and the South Derbyshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE72, DE72 2AJ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £290k. 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 DE72 2AJ are sourced from Output Area E00100362 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE72 2AJ. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean1.7%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 290,000

1 sales · Mean £ 290,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DE72 2AJ has low crime rates — 14 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.

Violence and sexual offences14

Anti-social behaviour11

Other theft3

Criminal damage and arson3

Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

Aston-on-Trent Primary School

Good197 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Aston on Trent Post Office0.5 km
The Village Shop0.2 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

White Hart0.5 km
The Malt0.2 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

NOSTA0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Spondon6.1 km
Long Eaton7.0 km
Peartree7.3 km

Bus Stops

Rectory Gardens0.1 km
Rectory Gardens0.1 km
White Hart Inn0.1 km
Recreation Ground0.1 km
Recreation Ground0.2 km