S21 4FY is a safe, established residential area on Stead Street, 0.3km from Eckington in Eckington (North East Derbyshire). Administratively it sits within Eckington North ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.
For families considering a move, S21 4FY represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £206k, down 30.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S21 4FY are sourced from Output Area E00100141 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STEAD STREET, S21 4FY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STEAD STREET, S21 4FY.
383
40
£ 38,200 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S21 4FY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 40, S21 4FY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 30.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S21 4FY. The average age is 39.6. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 271,000
7 sales · Mean £ 284,071
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
5 sales · Mean £ 241,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S21 4FY has low crime rates — 46 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
Eckington Junior School
Camms CofE (Aided) Primary School
Birk Hill Infant & Nursery School
Eckington School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- City Players0.1 km
- Eckington Post Office And Convenience Store0.3 km
- Job Lot Trading Company Limited0.2 km
- Kemp's Bakers0.4 km
- The Allotment0.2 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Rose & Crown0.3 km
- The Mossbrook0.9 km
- Eckington Cricket Club0.8 km
- Eckington Miners Welfare Social Club Limited0.5 km
- George Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- The Mill House Tea Garden0.6 km
- Bilal's Balti House0.3 km
- Delicious0.3 km
- Lounge Coffee Bar And Cafe0.2 km
- Woodheads Cafe0.4 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Kikis0.3 km
- UK Pizza0.8 km
- Magic Pizza Charcoal Grill0.4 km
- Caesar's Palace0.3 km
- Dragon Inn TA0.3 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodhouse6.1 km
- Kiveton Bridge7.2 km
- Dronfield7.3 km
Bus Stops
- School Street0.1 km
- School Street0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S214FY · Data under Open Government Licence