DE23 3YZ is a sought-after residential area on Shiregate Gardens, 1.0km from Moorway in Derby. Administratively it sits within Littleover ward and the Derby North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE23, DE23 3YZ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% 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 — 58% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Derby.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £349k. 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 3YZ are sourced from Output Area E00068368 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHIREGATE GARDENS, DE23 3YZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHIREGATE GARDENS, DE23 3YZ.
425
35
£ 53,200 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE23 3YZ 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. DE23 3YZ's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £349k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE23 3YZ. The average age is 35.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 260,000
5 sales · Mean £ 270,980
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE23 3YZ has low crime rates — 35 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.
school Local Schools
Griffe Field Primary School
Ivy House School
Derby Moor Spencer Academy
Highfields Spencer Academy
Littleover Community School
Carlyle Infant and Nursery Academy
Gayton Junior School
Ridgeway Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Zanfish Heatherton0.8 km
- V Shack0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Littleover Lodge Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peartree3.4 km
- Willington4.8 km
- Derby5.0 km
Bus Stops
- Kelvedon Drive0.3 km
- Maize Close0.4 km
- Meadow Brook Close0.4 km
- Pulborough Gardens0.5 km
- Fieldfare Court0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DE233YZ · Data under Open Government Licence