Postcode Analysis North East Derbyshire, East Midlands

DURHAM AVENUE, S42 5DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DURHAM AVENUE, S42 5DL.

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Population

326

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 32,600 /yr

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Employed

47%

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.

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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. S42 5DL spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (44) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 89.9% year-on-year.

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

S42 5DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Durham Avenue, 0.2km from Grassmoor in Grassmoor. Administratively it sits within Grassmoor ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.

For families considering a move, S42 5DL represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £172k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 89.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S42 5DL are sourced from Output Area E00100193 (shared with 9 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 S42 5DL. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 164,000

13 sales · Mean £ 182,953

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

Crime around S42 5DL is moderate at 58 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 offences109
Anti-social behaviour31
Public order17
Criminal damage and arson14
Vehicle crime5

school Local Schools

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Grassmoor Primary School

Good236 pupils0.2 km
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North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy

Requires Improvement340 pupils1.2 km
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Temple Normanton Junior Academy

Good110 pupils1.5 km
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Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy

Inadequate231 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Nisa Local0.6 km
  • Paul's Meats0.3 km
  • Grassmoor Supermarket0.4 km
  • Peak Pharmacy0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Cat Village North0.6 km
  • Clare's Cafe0.6 km
  • China Rose0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Ishmails Indian Spice0.6 km
  • Grassmoor Fish Bar0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Sportsman Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chesterfield4.9 km
  • Alfreton10.9 km
  • Matlock12.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Boot and Shoe0.2 km
  • Mill Lane0.2 km
  • Boot and Shoe0.2 km
  • Mill Lane0.3 km
  • Hagg Hill Top0.3 km