DE55 2EB is a safe, established residential area on Ball Hill, 0.4km from Berristow Lane in South Normanton and Pinxton. Administratively it sits within South Normanton East ward and the Bolsover constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £273k, down 14.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DE55 2EB are sourced from Output Area E00098690 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BALL HILL, DE55 2EB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BALL HILL, DE55 2EB.
443
40
£ 40,900 /yr
54%
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
No single demographic signal dominates DE55 2EB — age 40, 75% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 14.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE55 2EB. The average age is 40.1. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 282,500
8 sales · Mean £ 296,243
Terraced
£ 108,500
2 sales · Mean £ 108,500
Semi-Detached
£ 230,000
1 sales · Mean £ 230,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE55 2EB has low crime rates — 38 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.
school Local Schools
The Brigg Infant School
Frederick Gent School
The Green Infant School
South Normanton Nursery School
Glebe Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Alloga (AP1 And AP2)0.7 km
- 200 Degrees Coffee0.9 km
- Burger King0.9 km
- Costa Ltd0.9 km
- Pizza Express Ltd0.9 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Claire's Accessories0.9 km
- Haribo Outlet Store0.8 km
- Holland And Barrett0.9 km
- Lindt0.9 km
- Cadbury Factory Outlet0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Derbyshire Hotel Derby Ltd T/a Holiday Inn0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Castlewood Public House0.3 km
- The Villager0.9 km
- The White Swan0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chopstix0.9 km
- The Filthy Vegan Takeout Ltd0.9 km
- Harry Ramsden's Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alfreton3.2 km
- Kirkby in Ashfield4.8 km
- Sutton Parkway6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Ball Hill0.1 km
- Ball Hill0.1 km
- Berristow Lane0.4 km
- High View Road South End0.4 km
- High View Road South End0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: DE552EB · Data under Open Government Licence