Postcode Analysis Amber Valley, East Midlands

WESTERN AVENUE, DE55 1DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTERN AVENUE, DE55 1DA.

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

376

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 39,500 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE55 1DA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

DE55 1DA has a significant social housing presence — 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

home £196,000 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE55 1DA is a safe, established residential area on Western Avenue, 1.1km from Pentrich in Somercotes and Swanwick. Administratively it sits within Swanwick ward and the Amber Valley constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, DE55 1DA is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £196k.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00098494 (shared with 7 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 1DA. The average age is 38.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 170,500

2 sales · Mean £ 170,500

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

DE55 1DA has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences27
Anti-social behaviour9
Public order4
Other crime2
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Swanwick Primary School

Requires Improvement408 pupils0.1 km
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Swanwick Hall School

Good1106 pupils0.6 km
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Swanwick School and Sports College

Outstanding88 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Booths Convenience (Go Local Extra)0.6 km
  • Swanwick Discount Stores0.5 km
  • Swanwick Service Station Esso Shop Shop 'n Drive0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Boot & Slipper0.5 km
  • Cross Keys0.8 km
  • Swanwick Methodist Church0.6 km
  • The Boot And Slipper0.5 km
  • The Steampacket0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Pantry0.8 km
  • The Salt Pot0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Oriental Chef0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alfreton3.9 km
  • Ambergate5.2 km
  • Whatstandwell6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Orchard Crescent0.2 km
  • Orchard Crescent0.2 km
  • Broad Oaks Farm0.3 km
  • Broad Oaks Farm0.3 km
  • Pentrich Road0.3 km