DE4 2AF is a safe, established residential area on Ember Lane, 0.5km from Upper Town in Bonsall. Administratively it sits within Masson ward and the Derbyshire Dales constituency.
For families considering a move, DE4 2AF represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. 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 rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £281k.
Census 2021 statistics for DE4 2AF are sourced from Output Area E00099262 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EMBER LANE, DE4 2AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EMBER LANE, DE4 2AF.
280
47
£ 38,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DE4 2AF 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE4 2AF. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 326,500
2 sales · Mean £ 326,500
Terraced
£ 289,950
3 sales · Mean £ 265,150
Detached
£ 330,000
1 sales · Mean £ 330,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE4 2AF has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School
Matlock Bath Holy Trinity CofE Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Play Mill0.8 km
- Woodside Cafe0.8 km
- The Fountain Tea Rooms0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Barley Mow0.6 km
- Kings Head Public House0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Cascades Garden Bed And Breakfast0.5 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Study Farm0.3 km
- The Fountain Store & Deli0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Matlock Bath1.6 km
- Cromford2.3 km
- Matlock Station2.5 km
Bus Stops
- High Street0.2 km
- Fountain0.3 km
- High Street0.3 km
- Fountain0.3 km
- Black Tor Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DE42AF · Data under Open Government Licence