DE23 6WS is an up-and-coming urban area on Provident Street, 0.6km from Rose Hill in Derby. Administratively it sits within Arboretum ward and the Derby South constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 31 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 above average at 116 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £110k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DE23 6WS are sourced from Output Area E00068084 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PROVIDENT STREET, DE23 6WS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PROVIDENT STREET, DE23 6WS.
492
31
£ 31,600 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE23 6WS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
DE23 6WS has a highly multicultural community character — 53% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE23 6WS. The average age is 31.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 85,000
6 sales · Mean £ 90,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE23 6WS is above average at 116 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
Derby St Chad's CofE Nursery and Infant School
St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Stonehill Nursery School
Arboretum Primary School
Hardwick Primary School
St James' Church of England Aided Infant School
Dale Community Primary School
Walbrook Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
100 nearby- Haseeb Halal Meat and Grocery0.2 km
- Karim0.2 km
- Khanman Sweets0.3 km
- Rosehill Drapery & General Store0.4 km
- Royal Halal Meat & Bakery0.3 km
- + 95 more
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Derby Clarion Social Club And Institute Ltd0.4 km
- Lyndhurst Bar0.2 km
- The Falstaff0.1 km
- Vulcan Arms0.8 km
- The Royal Telegraph1.0 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- Al Baraka0.3 km
- Oodles0.2 km
- Scoops Diner / Mama's Pasta Kitchen / Scoops Express / Izza Pizza0.2 km
- Mirch Masala0.5 km
- Alter-Rock Ltd0.8 km
- + 30 more
Takeaway Shop
44 nearby- Apna Curries and Fast Food0.3 km
- BBQ Express0.2 km
- Chickeroo0.2 km
- Chilli Flames0.2 km
- Crown Pizza0.2 km
- + 39 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Ezze Shop0.6 km
- Sharif & Sons (Goldens Derby Ltd)0.3 km
- Food Mart Supermarket0.8 km
- Lidl UK Gmbh0.7 km
- One Beyond0.4 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Milestone House0.9 km
- A38 Woodlands0.5 km
- Victoria Park Hotel0.5 km
- Continental Hotel0.5 km
- Ahmad Restaurant at Continental Hotel0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derby1.4 km
- Peartree1.7 km
- Spondon4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Mount Carmel Street0.2 km
- Mill Hill Lane0.2 km
- Mill Hill Lane0.2 km
- Lower Dale Road0.2 km
- Empress Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE236WS · Data under Open Government Licence