Postcode Analysis Derbyshire Dales, East Midlands

BROOKFIELD LANE, DE45 1AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROOKFIELD LANE, DE45 1AN.

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Population

247

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Avg Age

58

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

29%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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1/10
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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Average age 58, 90% owned. DE45 1AN is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £386k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 56.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE45 1AN is a sought-after residential area on Brookfield Lane, 0.2km from Higginholes in Bakewell. Administratively it sits within Bakewell ward and the Derbyshire Dales constituency.

For serious buyers, DE45 1AN is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An established, mature community with an average age of 58 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £386k, down 56.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DE45 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00099129 (shared with 21 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 DE45 1AN. The average age is 58.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

29%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Terraced

£ 269,000

4 sales · Mean £ 283,032

Detached

£ 621,226

1 sales · Mean £ 621,226

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

DE45 1AN has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary5
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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Bakewell CofE Infant School

Good30 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Melbourne House0.9 km
  • Somerby B&B0.2 km
  • One Castle Street0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Bakewell Golf Club0.5 km
  • Castle Inn0.9 km
  • Queens Arms1.0 km
  • The Peacock1.0 km
  • The Wheatsheaf1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Rajas Indian Restaurant1.0 km
  • Ignition Cars And Coffee0.3 km
  • Lovage0.9 km
  • Piedaniels Restaurant1.0 km
  • The Woodyard0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Critchlows Farm Shop1.0 km
  • John Hattersley Wines Ltd0.8 km
  • Thirza & Walter1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Food1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Grindleford9.7 km
  • Hathersage11.5 km
  • Matlock Station12.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Higgenholes0.1 km
  • Higgenholes0.1 km
  • Baslow Road0.2 km
  • Baslow Road0.2 km
  • Aldern Way0.3 km