Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

OBERON CLOSE, DE73 5AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OBERON CLOSE, DE73 5AE.

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Population

372

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE73 5AE combines high owner-occupation (72%), strong property values (£200k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £200k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

DE73 5AE is a sought-after residential area on Oberon Close, 0.5km from Moorend in Derby. Administratively it sits within Chellaston ward and the Derby South constituency.

For serious buyers, DE73 5AE is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% 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 — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Derby.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k. 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 5AE are sourced from Output Area E00171205 (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 5AE. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British68.1%
Asian / British Asian21.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.2%
Other / Mixed7.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 200,000

2 sales · Mean £ 200,000

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

DE73 5AE has low crime rates — 22 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order8
Shoplifting8
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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Homefields Primary School

Outstanding349 pupils0.3 km
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Chellaston Academy

Inadequate1744 pupils0.9 km
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Chellaston Junior School

Good506 pupils0.9 km
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Chellaston Infant School

Good308 pupils1.1 km
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Shelton Infant School

Requires Improvement227 pupils1.1 km
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Shelton Junior School

Good278 pupils1.1 km
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Clover Leys Spencer Academy

17 pupils1.5 km
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Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy

113 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Welcome Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • Chellaston Butchers0.8 km
  • One Stop0.3 km
  • Chellaston Post Office and Off License0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • R & R Derby Ltd0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Mings Court0.8 km
  • The Sweet Lounge0.3 km
  • Georges Tradition0.3 km
  • Love Curry0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Lawns Hotel0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peartree3.3 km
  • Derby5.2 km
  • Spondon5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Drummond Way0.1 km
  • Drummond Way0.1 km
  • Fordyce Close0.2 km
  • Fordyce Close0.2 km
  • Prestwick Way0.3 km