Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

WALTON DRIVE, DE23 1GN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALTON DRIVE, DE23 1GN.

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Population

477

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 34,100 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE23 1GN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines DE23 1GN — 60% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 7.8% year-on-year.

home £210,000 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE23 1GN is a safe, established residential area on Walton Drive, 0.4km from Normanton in Derby. Administratively it sits within Normanton ward and the Derby South constituency.

For families considering a move, DE23 1GN represents many residents of this subgroup are born in eu countries, but uk-born members are also more common than elsewhere in the group. many residents identify with the pakistani ethnic group. residents are more likely than members of other subgroups to reside in properties that are not flats, to declare no religious affiliation and to identify as being of mixed or multiple ethnicities. the members of the subgroup are educated to lower levels than the group average. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Derby.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £210k, down 7.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE23 1GN are sourced from Output Area E00068490 (shared with 17 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 DE23 1GN. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British27.5%
Asian / British Asian60.4%
Black / African / Caribbean3.4%
Other / Mixed8.8%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 22%
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

£ 187,000

8 sales · Mean £ 178,937

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

DE23 1GN has low crime rates — 47 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 offences164
Anti-social behaviour39
Public order27
Other theft19
Criminal damage and arson16

school Local Schools

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Akaal Primary School

Requires Improvement200 pupils0.3 km
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Village Primary Academy

Good667 pupils0.7 km
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Ridgeway Infant School

Good267 pupils0.8 km
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St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good334 pupils0.8 km
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Gayton Junior School

Good359 pupils0.8 km
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Harrington Nursery School

Outstanding71 pupils1.2 km
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Dale Community Primary School

Good557 pupils1.3 km
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Walbrook Nursery School

Outstanding88 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • One Stop1.0 km
  • Go Local Extra0.4 km
  • R R Store Ltd0.5 km
  • Sunnyfield Store0.2 km
  • B&M0.8 km
  • + 9 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Derby Ten Pin1.0 km
  • Compass Group Limited at RB Ltd0.9 km
  • Green Thyme Hub The Clock Tower0.7 km
  • Mumbai Chilli0.8 km
  • CES Catering Ltd0.2 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Blossom Garden0.6 km
  • Pizza Plaza1.0 km
  • Peacock Fountain1.0 km
  • Spice Fusion0.5 km
  • Zanfish Stenson0.9 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Slovenske Potraviny0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Central United Reformed Church Derby1.0 km
  • The Evington Club0.9 km
  • Derby Co Operative Bowls and Social Club0.8 km
  • Norman Arms0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peartree1.3 km
  • Derby3.1 km
  • Spondon5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Ainsworth Drive0.1 km
  • Ainsworth Drive0.1 km
  • Caxton Street0.2 km
  • Holmfield0.2 km
  • Cuttlebrook Close0.2 km