DE55 1BJ is a sought-after residential area on Chapel Street, 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 1BJ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 84% 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 £251k, down 53.6% 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 DE55 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00098499 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHAPEL STREET, DE55 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAPEL STREET, DE55 1BJ.
303
48
£ 39,500 /yr
46%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. DE55 1BJ's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £251k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 53.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE55 1BJ. The average age is 48.0. 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
Detached
£ 167,475
2 sales · Mean £ 167,475
Semi-Detached
£ 175,000
3 sales · Mean £ 232,000
Terraced
£ 153,500
1 sales · Mean £ 153,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE55 1BJ has low crime rates — 18 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.
school Local Schools
Swanwick Hall School
Swanwick Primary School
Swanwick School and Sports College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Booths Convenience (Go Local Extra)0.2 km
- Swanwick Discount Stores0.2 km
- Swanwick Service Station Esso Shop Shop 'n Drive0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Boot & Slipper0.3 km
- Cross Keys0.1 km
- Swanwick Methodist Church0.2 km
- The Boot And Slipper0.3 km
- The Gate Inn0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Pantry0.1 km
- The Salt Pot0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Oriental Chef0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alfreton3.2 km
- Ambergate5.9 km
- Whatstandwell7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Cross Keys0.1 km
- Cross Keys0.1 km
- High Street0.2 km
- High Street0.2 km
- The Green0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE551BJ · Data under Open Government Licence