DE4 2AX is a safe, established residential area on Bankside, 0.3km from Puddle Hill in Derbyshire Dales. Administratively it sits within Masson ward and the Derbyshire Dales constituency.
For families considering a move, DE4 2AX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 87% 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 £232k.
Census 2021 statistics for DE4 2AX are sourced from Output Area E00099263 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BANKSIDE, DE4 2AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BANKSIDE, DE4 2AX.
276
48
£ 38,500 /yr
53%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DE4 2AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 87% 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 2AX. The average age is 47.6. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 330,000
1 sales · Mean £ 330,000
Semi-Detached
£ 196,500
2 sales · Mean £ 196,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
DE4 2AX has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bonsall CofE (A) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- The Fountain Store & Deli0.6 km
- The Bakehouse0.5 km
- The Co-Operative Food0.5 km
- Study Farm0.7 km
- A J Peach General Store0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Kings Head Public House0.6 km
- The Barley Mow0.3 km
- Derwent Water Arms0.5 km
- The Holly Bush Public House0.5 km
- The Eyre Arms0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Fountain Tea Rooms0.6 km
- Coffee Shop & Restaurant0.5 km
- Scarthin Books Of Cromford0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Iceland0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Fish And Chip Shop0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Matlock Bath2.4 km
- Matlock Station3.1 km
- Cromford3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Uppertown Lane0.1 km
- Abel Lane0.3 km
- Abel Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE42AX · Data under Open Government Licence