Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

WELLESLEY AVENUE, DE23 1GQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLESLEY AVENUE, DE23 1GQ.

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Population

370

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /yr

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Employed

43%

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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5/10
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10/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE23 1GQ combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£322k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. 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

DE23 1GQ is a sought-after residential area on Wellesley Avenue, 0.6km from Normanton in Derby. Administratively it sits within Blagreaves ward and the Derby South constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE23, DE23 1GQ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £322k. 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 DE23 1GQ are sourced from Output Area E00068124 (shared with 15 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 1GQ. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British37.7%
Asian / British Asian50.7%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
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

£ 175,000

5 sales · Mean £ 222,500

Semi-Detached

£ 187,000

3 sales · Mean £ 204,000

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

DE23 1GQ has low crime rates — 31 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 offences120
Anti-social behaviour30
Other theft15
Public order14
Criminal damage and arson9

school Local Schools

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Gayton Junior School

Good359 pupils0.5 km
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St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good334 pupils0.5 km
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Ridgeway Infant School

Good267 pupils0.5 km
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Akaal Primary School

Requires Improvement200 pupils0.6 km
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Village Primary Academy

Good667 pupils1.0 km
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Derby Moor Spencer Academy

Good1640 pupils1.2 km
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Ivy House School

Outstanding83 pupils1.2 km
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Grampian Primary Academy

Good229 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • One Stop0.7 km
  • Go Local Extra0.5 km
  • R R Store Ltd0.7 km
  • Sunnyfield Store0.5 km
  • Buxton Grocers & Off Licence0.9 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Oaklands0.9 km
  • Central United Reformed Church Derby0.9 km
  • Derby Co Operative Bowls and Social Club0.7 km
  • Littleover Social Club Ltd0.9 km
  • Norman Arms1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Blossom Garden0.6 km
  • Pizza Plaza0.7 km
  • Sun Waa0.9 km
  • Peacock Fountain0.7 km
  • Spice Fusion0.3 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Green Thyme Hub The Clock Tower1.0 km
  • CES Catering Ltd0.5 km
  • Kathleen Rose Tea Room0.9 km
  • The Stagedoor Cafe1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peartree1.6 km
  • Derby3.4 km
  • Spondon6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Wellesley Avenue0.1 km
  • Wellesley Avenue0.1 km
  • Sunnyhill Avenue0.1 km
  • Sunnyhill Avenue0.2 km
  • Cuttlebrook Close0.2 km