Postcode Analysis Chesterfield, East Midlands

BARKER LANE, S40 1EQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARKER LANE, S40 1EQ.

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Population

247

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 42,900 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S40 1EQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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5/10
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Area Character

S40 1EQ has a significant social housing presence — 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

home £210,166 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S40 1EQ is a safe, established residential area on Barker Lane, 0.2km from Brampton, New in Chesterfield. Administratively it sits within Holmebrook ward and the Chesterfield constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, S40 1EQ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k.

Census 2021 statistics for S40 1EQ are sourced from Output Area E00098903 (shared with 7 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 1EQ. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 188,000

3 sales · Mean £ 178,500

Detached

£ 235,000

1 sales · Mean £ 235,000

Terraced

£ 123,000

1 sales · Mean £ 123,000

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

S40 1EQ has low crime rates — 35 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 offences58
Anti-social behaviour27
Criminal damage and arson15
Public order15
Shoplifting15

school Local Schools

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Old Hall Junior School

Good253 pupils0.4 km
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Brampton Primary School

Good313 pupils0.5 km
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Ashgate Croft School

Outstanding145 pupils0.6 km
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Brockwell Junior School

Good253 pupils0.8 km
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Brockwell Nursery and Infant School

Good207 pupils0.8 km
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Westfield Infant School

Outstanding175 pupils0.9 km
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William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School

Requires Improvement1.0 km
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Parkside Community School

Good570 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • Brampton Convenience Store0.4 km
  • European Store1.0 km
  • Fredericks Ice Cream0.2 km
  • Love Brewing0.4 km
  • Parsons & Dunn Newsagents0.4 km
  • + 20 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Applewood Hotel0.9 km
  • Abigails Guest House0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • Anchor Inn0.4 km
  • Peacock Inn0.6 km
  • Real Ale Corner0.5 km
  • The Crafty Dog0.4 km
  • The Spotted Frog0.8 km
  • + 15 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Dynasty0.7 km
  • Nonnas0.6 km
  • Buttylicious0.8 km
  • Mutiara Restaurant1.0 km
  • Mecca Bingo Club1.0 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl0.4 km
  • Co-operative Food Group Ltd0.4 km
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited (Walton)0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Netta Lambarellis0.8 km
  • The 3 Bros0.6 km
  • Favourite Flavours1.0 km
  • Golden Star0.7 km
  • Kentucky Fried Chicken (West Bars)1.0 km
  • + 15 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chesterfield2.1 km
  • Dronfield7.3 km
  • Dore & Totley11.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Barker Lane 260.0 km
  • Barker Fold0.1 km
  • Manor Crescent0.1 km
  • Old Hall Road 1720.1 km
  • Manor Crescent0.1 km