Postcode Analysis Chesterfield, East Midlands

DORSET DRIVE, S43 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DORSET DRIVE, S43 1DP.

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Population

322

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 33,500 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: S43 1DP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

S43 1DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 39, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 20.0% year-on-year.

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

S43 1DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Dorset Drive, 0.6km from Brimington, New in Brimington. Administratively it sits within Brimington North ward and the Chesterfield constituency.

For families considering a move, S43 1DP represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 20.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S43 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00098779 (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 S43 1DP. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 145,000

9 sales · Mean £ 140,166

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

S43 1DP has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences80
Public order17
Anti-social behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson13
Vehicle crime6

school Local Schools

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Henry Bradley Infant School

Good175 pupils0.2 km
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Hollingwood Primary School

Good356 pupils0.7 km
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Brimington Junior School

Good307 pupils0.8 km
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Inkersall Spencer Academy

Good366 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Cedar Store0.4 km
  • Hollingwood Stores0.7 km
  • Malhi Food Stores0.3 km
  • Quality Fare Food Market0.4 km
  • Brimington Service Station0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Butchers Arms0.6 km
  • Brimming with Beer Ltd0.9 km
  • Hollingwood Hotel0.4 km
  • Three Horseshoes0.6 km
  • Ark Tavern0.9 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Brimington Butty's0.5 km
  • Chutney Spice (Chesterfield) Ltd0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Central England Co-Operative - 17 High Street Brimington0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Bella Pizza0.6 km
  • Brim Chippy0.5 km
  • Brimington Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Spice House0.7 km
  • Catered For0.7 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Ringwood Hall1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chesterfield3.3 km
  • Dronfield6.9 km
  • Dore & Totley11.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Markham Arms0.1 km
  • Markham Arms0.1 km
  • Queen Street0.1 km
  • Devon Drive0.1 km
  • Devon Drive0.1 km