Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

PRESTWICK WAY, DE73 5AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRESTWICK WAY, DE73 5AB.

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Population

401

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE73 5AB 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.

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7/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DE73 5AB's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £235k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £235k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 6.5% year-on-year.

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

DE73 5AB is a sought-after residential area on Prestwick Way, 0.3km from Shelton Lock in Derby. Administratively it sits within Chellaston ward and the Derby South constituency.

For serious buyers, DE73 5AB is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Derby.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k, down 6.5% 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 DE73 5AB are sourced from Output Area E00171207 (shared with 11 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 DE73 5AB. The average age is 32.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British58.1%
Asian / British Asian29.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.8%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 115,000

6 sales · Mean £ 116,166

Terraced

£ 195,000

5 sales · Mean £ 180,500

Detached

£ 427,500

4 sales · Mean £ 409,375

Semi-Detached

£ 124,950

5 sales · Mean £ 150,990

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

DE73 5AB has low crime rates — 18 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 offences39
Anti-social behaviour11
Vehicle crime8
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Homefields Primary School

Outstanding349 pupils0.3 km
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Chellaston Junior School

Good506 pupils0.7 km
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Chellaston Academy

Inadequate1744 pupils0.8 km
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Chellaston Infant School

Good308 pupils0.9 km
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Shelton Junior School

Good278 pupils1.0 km
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Shelton Infant School

Requires Improvement227 pupils1.0 km
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Noel-Baker Academy

Good1071 pupils1.3 km
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Clover Leys Spencer Academy

17 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Welcome Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Chellaston Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Chellaston Butchers0.7 km
  • Lock Pharmacy Ltd0.8 km
  • One Stop0.4 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • New Bridge Inn0.8 km
  • R & R Derby Ltd0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • No.610.9 km
  • Bay Leaf0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Central England Co-operative Society0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • China Garden0.8 km
  • Mings Court0.7 km
  • The Sweet Lounge0.4 km
  • Georges Tradition0.5 km
  • Love Curry0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Lawns Hotel0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peartree3.3 km
  • Derby5.1 km
  • Spondon5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Prestwick Way0.0 km
  • Prestwick Way0.0 km
  • Alonso Close0.1 km
  • Alonso Close0.1 km
  • Drummond Way0.1 km