DE24 0SB is a safe, established residential area on Derrington Leys, 0.4km from Oak Flat in Derby. Administratively it sits within Alvaston ward and the Derby South constituency.
For families considering a move, DE24 0SB represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £121k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 88.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DE24 0SB are sourced from Output Area E00068008 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DERRINGTON LEYS, DE24 0SB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DERRINGTON LEYS, DE24 0SB.
277
47
£ 38,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE24 0SB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
DE24 0SB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 74% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 88.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE24 0SB. The average age is 47.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 160,000
2 sales · Mean £ 160,000
Terraced
£ 125,000
3 sales · Mean £ 113,333
Semi-Detached
£ 110,000
3 sales · Mean £ 101,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE24 0SB is moderate at 52 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
Alvaston Infant and Nursery School
Alvaston Junior Academy
St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy
Oakwood Infant and Nursery School
Oakwood Junior School
Wyndham Spencer Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Central England Co Operative Society0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.3 km
- Co-operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Alvaston Fish Bar0.4 km
- Kims Kitchen0.3 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Slimming World0.8 km
- Bembridge Convenience Stores0.6 km
- EJ's Pharmacy0.3 km
- Booze 4 Less0.8 km
- Cornish News0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- James Wyatt0.4 km
- The Lodge0.9 km
- The Cornishman0.8 km
- The Needles0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Willow Lodge0.6 km
- Wyatts0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Spondon2.3 km
- Peartree4.3 km
- Derby4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Cadwell Close0.2 km
- Cadwell Close0.2 km
- James Wyatt0.2 km
- James Wyatt0.2 km
- Goodwood Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DE240SB · Data under Open Government Licence