Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

RAINHAM GARDENS, DE24 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAINHAM GARDENS, DE24 0DJ.

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Population

289

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 34,800 /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: DE24 0DJ 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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5/10
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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DE24 0DJ's 71% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

home £185,000 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE24 0DJ is a safe, established residential area on Rainham Gardens, 0.2km from Boulton in Derby. Administratively it sits within Boulton ward and the Derby South constituency.

For families considering a move, DE24 0DJ represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £185k.

Census 2021 statistics for DE24 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00068168 (shared with 12 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 DE24 0DJ. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.4%
Asian / British Asian6.9%
Black / African / Caribbean3.8%
Other / Mixed7.9%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 161,000

5 sales · Mean £ 157,600

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

DE24 0DJ has low crime rates — 43 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 behaviour31
Criminal damage and arson15
Shoplifting15
Other theft14

school Local Schools

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Oakwood Junior School

Good347 pupils0.1 km
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Oakwood Infant and Nursery School

Good311 pupils0.3 km
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St Martins School

Outstanding219 pupils0.4 km
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Wyndham Spencer Academy

Outstanding487 pupils0.6 km
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Alvaston Moor Academy

Inadequate856 pupils0.8 km
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Landau Forte Academy Moorhead

Requires Improvement219 pupils0.8 km
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Noel-Baker Academy

Good1071 pupils0.8 km
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Alvaston Infant and Nursery School

Good320 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Central England Co Operative Society0.6 km
  • Co-operative0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Harvey's Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Li's Fish Bar1.0 km
  • Subway1.0 km
  • Dixy Chicken0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Shardlow Mini Market0.7 km
  • Alvaston Stores0.9 km
  • Birds (Derby) Ltd1.0 km
  • Boots UK Limited1.0 km
  • Crayford Stores Ltd0.3 km
  • + 10 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Blue Peter0.9 km
  • The Lodge0.6 km
  • The Silver Ghost0.3 km
  • Nunsfield House Community Association0.7 km
  • The Cornishman0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Willow Lodge0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peartree3.0 km
  • Spondon3.0 km
  • Derby3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Tonbridge Drive0.2 km
  • Tilbury Place0.2 km
  • Crayford Road0.2 km
  • Crayford Road0.3 km
  • Field Lane0.3 km