Postcode Analysis Amber Valley, East Midlands

THE GREEN, DE55 1AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GREEN, DE55 1AP.

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Population

224

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Avg Age

61

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Avg Income

£ 39,500 /yr

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Employed

25%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE55 1AP 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.

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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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6/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

DE55 1AP is a settled retirement community — average age 61, 90% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

DE55 1AP is a sought-after residential area on The Green, 1.0km 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 1AP offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 61 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £216k. 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 DE55 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00098488 (shared with 9 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 1AP. The average age is 61.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

25%Active
FT: 18%
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

Semi-Detached

£ 176,500

6 sales · Mean £ 197,750

Detached

£ 234,000

2 sales · Mean £ 234,000

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

DE55 1AP has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences50
Public order10
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson5
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Swanwick Hall School

Good1106 pupils0.2 km
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Swanwick School and Sports College

Outstanding88 pupils0.4 km
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Swanwick Primary School

Requires Improvement408 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Booths Convenience (Go Local Extra)0.3 km
  • Swanwick Discount Stores0.4 km
  • Swanwick Service Station Esso Shop Shop 'n Drive0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Boot & Slipper0.3 km
  • Cross Keys0.5 km
  • Swanwick Methodist Church0.3 km
  • The Boot And Slipper0.3 km
  • The Gate Inn0.3 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Pantry0.5 km
  • The Salt Pot0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Oriental Chef0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alfreton3.4 km
  • Ambergate5.9 km
  • Whatstandwell7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Swanwick Hall School0.1 km
  • The Green0.1 km
  • The Green0.1 km
  • Church0.2 km
  • Church0.2 km