DE72 2AW is a sought-after residential area on Holden Avenue, 0.7km 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 2AW offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £265k, up 3.2% 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 DE72 2AW are sourced from Output Area E00100360 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLDEN AVENUE, DE72 2AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLDEN AVENUE, DE72 2AW.
315
45
£ 52,900 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE72 2AW 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
DE72 2AW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £265k, 87% 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. Property prices are trending up 3.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE72 2AW. The average age is 45.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 238,500
6 sales · Mean £ 240,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE72 2AW has low crime rates — 10 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
Aston-on-Trent Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Aston on Trent Post Office0.4 km
- The Village Shop0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- White Hart0.4 km
- The Malt0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- NOSTA0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Spondon5.7 km
- Peartree6.8 km
- Long Eaton7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Chellaston Lane0.2 km
- Chellaston Lane0.2 km
- White Hart Inn0.3 km
- Moor Lane0.3 km
- Moor Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DE722AW · Data under Open Government Licence