Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

DUFFIELD ROAD, DE22 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUFFIELD ROAD, DE22 1BL.

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Population

346

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Avg Age

40

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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 1BL 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.

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8/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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7/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

DE22 1BL is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £576k, 91% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £576k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 56.3% year-on-year.

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

DE22 1BL is a sought-after residential area on Duffield Road, 0.6km from Darley Abbey in Derby. Administratively it sits within Darley ward and the Derby North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE22, DE22 1BL offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £576k, up 56.3% 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 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00068282 (shared with 13 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 1BL. The average age is 40.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 552,500

4 sales · Mean £ 546,250

Semi-Detached

£ 427,500

4 sales · Mean £ 416,250

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

DE22 1BL has low crime rates — 16 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 offences19
Anti-social behaviour8
Burglary4
Public order3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good1344 pupils0.7 km
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Markeaton Primary School

Good417 pupils0.7 km
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The Kingsmead School

Good33 pupils0.8 km
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Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School

Good458 pupils0.8 km
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Whitecross Nursery School

Outstanding66 pupils1.0 km
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Lawn Primary School

Outstanding425 pupils1.0 km
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Central Community Nursery School

Good73 pupils1.1 km
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Newton's Walk

Good14 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Darley Abbey Stores0.7 km
  • Estate Shop0.6 km
  • Chestergreen News & Off-Licence1.0 km
  • Keddies Shop (University of Derby)0.7 km
  • Mattu Stores0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • The Paper Mill0.7 km
  • Darley Abbey Wines Ltd0.9 km
  • The Creaky Floorboard0.9 km
  • Polish Club and Catholic Centre0.8 km
  • The Broadway0.3 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Catering Academy0.7 km
  • Darley Park Tea Rooms0.7 km
  • Pantree Restaurant0.6 km
  • Blakes Bakes at Parkland Restaurant0.9 km
  • Darleys Restaurant & Terrace Ltd0.9 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The MIll House0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Evergreen Garden1.0 km
  • Dessert Stop1.0 km
  • New Oriental Express Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Crumbs on the Green0.8 km
  • Lucky House0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • The Co-operative Group0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby2.7 km
  • Peartree4.5 km
  • Spondon5.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Broadway0.1 km
  • Broadway Convent0.2 km
  • Broadway Convent0.2 km
  • West Bank Avenue0.2 km
  • Broadway0.2 km