Postcode Analysis Amber Valley, East Midlands

BROADWAY, DE55 1AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROADWAY, DE55 1AJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

361

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 39,500 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DE55 1AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 73% 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 37.2% year-on-year.

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

DE55 1AJ is a sought-after residential area on Broadway, 0.8km from Sleetmoor in Somercotes and Swanwick. Administratively it sits within Swanwick ward and the Amber Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE55, DE55 1AJ offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 73% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £191k, up 37.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 1AJ are sourced from Output Area E00098483 (shared with 3 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 DE55 1AJ. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 187,000

17 sales · Mean £ 188,323

Detached

£ 285,000

4 sales · Mean £ 284,750

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

DE55 1AJ has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences43
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Swanwick School and Sports College

Outstanding88 pupils0.2 km
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Swanwick Hall School

Good1106 pupils0.5 km
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Swanwick Primary School

Requires Improvement408 pupils1.0 km
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Somercotes Infant and Nursery School

Requires Improvement123 pupils1.4 km
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Somerlea Park Junior School

Good149 pupils1.5 km
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Riddings Infant and Nursery School

Good219 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Booths Convenience (Go Local Extra)0.6 km
  • Swanwick Discount Stores0.7 km
  • Swanwick Service Station Esso Shop Shop 'n Drive0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Boot & Slipper0.7 km
  • Cross Keys0.7 km
  • Swanwick Methodist Church0.6 km
  • The Boot And Slipper0.7 km
  • The Gate Inn0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Pantry0.7 km
  • The Salt Pot0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Central England Co-operative0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Leabrooks Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Oriental Chef0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alfreton3.1 km
  • Ambergate6.3 km
  • Langley Mill7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Gate0.2 km
  • The Gate0.2 km
  • St Andrews Close0.3 km
  • St Andrews Close0.3 km
  • Swanwick Hall School0.4 km