Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

WEST BANK AVENUE, DE22 1AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST BANK AVENUE, DE22 1AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

293

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 49,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE22 1AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DE22 1AP's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £455k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

DE22 1AP is a sought-after residential area on West Bank Avenue, 0.9km from Darley Abbey in Derby. Administratively it sits within Darley ward and the Derby North constituency.

For serious buyers, DE22 1AP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £455k, up 1.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DE22 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00068274 (shared with 14 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 DE22 1AP. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 453,000

7 sales · Mean £ 459,500

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

DE22 1AP has low crime rates — 34 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 behaviour28
Shoplifting18
Vehicle crime14
Other theft13

school Local Schools

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Markeaton Primary School

Good417 pupils0.4 km
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The Kingsmead School

Good33 pupils0.4 km
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Whitecross Nursery School

Outstanding66 pupils0.7 km
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Central Community Nursery School

Good73 pupils0.9 km
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Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good1344 pupils0.9 km
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Newton's Walk

Good14 pupils0.9 km
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Lawn Primary School

Outstanding425 pupils1.0 km
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Ashgate Primary School

Good304 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Arthur's Superstore0.8 km
  • Kedleston Street Stores0.8 km
  • Littleover Local0.3 km
  • Markeaton News0.4 km
  • Keddies Shop (University of Derby)0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Blends & The Academy Bar0.4 km
  • Catering at the Woodlark Inn1.0 km
  • Derby Deaf Club0.7 km
  • Derwent Rowing Club0.9 km
  • Dubrek Studios0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Aramark@University of Derby0.9 km
  • Derby Shakespeare Theatre Company0.5 km
  • Kedleston Road Training Centre0.4 km
  • Point Six Coffee Bar0.4 km
  • Blakes Bakes at Parkland Restaurant0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Crumbs on the Green1.0 km
  • Lucky House0.8 km
  • Top Chef0.9 km
  • Dessert Stop0.8 km
  • New Oriental Express Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • The Co-operative Group0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby2.7 km
  • Peartree4.4 km
  • Spondon5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Broadfields Close0.1 km
  • Broadfields Close0.2 km
  • West Bank Avenue0.2 km
  • West Bank Avenue0.2 km
  • Highfield Road0.3 km