Postcode Analysis Chesterfield, East Midlands

WELFARE AVENUE, S40 1EN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELFARE AVENUE, S40 1EN.

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Population

295

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 42,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S40 1EN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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6/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

S40 1EN is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

S40 1EN is a safe, established residential area on Welfare Avenue, 0.3km from Brampton, New in Chesterfield. Administratively it sits within Holmebrook ward and the Chesterfield constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 45) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £109k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for S40 1EN are sourced from Output Area E00098902 (shared with 6 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 S40 1EN. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.9%
Asian / British Asian7.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 109,250

2 sales · Mean £ 109,250

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

S40 1EN has low crime rates — 48 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 offences91
Anti-social behaviour30
Criminal damage and arson19
Drugs18
Public order15

school Local Schools

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Brampton Primary School

Good313 pupils0.3 km
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Old Hall Junior School

Good253 pupils0.6 km
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Brockwell Nursery and Infant School

Good207 pupils0.8 km
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Brockwell Junior School

Good253 pupils0.8 km
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Ashgate Croft School

Outstanding145 pupils0.8 km
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William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School

Requires Improvement0.9 km
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Parkside Community School

Good570 pupils0.9 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary

Good423 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Peak Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Brampton Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Eckohaus0.9 km
  • European Store0.7 km
  • Fredericks Ice Cream0.4 km
  • + 25 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • The Applewood Hotel0.6 km
  • Westdale Hotel0.9 km
  • Abigails Guest House0.6 km
  • Lower Grove Guest House0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

23 nearby
  • Anchor Inn0.4 km
  • Peacock Inn0.8 km
  • Real Ale Corner0.7 km
  • The Crafty Dog0.3 km
  • The Spotted Frog0.5 km
  • + 18 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • Dynasty0.5 km
  • Nonnas0.4 km
  • Buttylicious0.9 km
  • Bradbury Bar and Bistro0.4 km
  • Deja Vu0.3 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl0.3 km
  • Co-operative Food Group Ltd0.6 km
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited (Walton)1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

23 nearby
  • Caprinos Pizza Chesterfield Ltd0.8 km
  • Netta Lambarellis0.6 km
  • The 3 Bros0.4 km
  • Chatsworth Fish Bar0.3 km
  • HP Deli0.3 km
  • + 18 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chesterfield1.9 km
  • Dronfield7.4 km
  • Dore & Totley11.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Welfare Avenue North0.0 km
  • Vernon Road Middle0.1 km
  • St Marks Road0.1 km
  • Shaftesbury Avenue0.1 km
  • St Marks Road0.1 km