DE55 3BQ is a sought-after residential area on Gray Fallow, 0.7km from Normanton Common in South Normanton and Pinxton. Administratively it sits within South Normanton West ward and the Bolsover constituency.
For serious buyers, DE55 3BQ is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 80% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £263k.
Census 2021 statistics for DE55 3BQ are sourced from Output Area E00098703 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRAY FALLOW, DE55 3BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAY FALLOW, DE55 3BQ.
536
42
£ 40,900 /yr
57%
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
DE55 3BQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £263k, 80% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £263k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE55 3BQ. The average age is 42.2. 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
£ 237,000
7 sales · Mean £ 237,357
Semi-Detached
£ 152,750
4 sales · Mean £ 151,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE55 3BQ has low crime rates — 14 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
Frederick Gent School
John King Infant Academy
Kirkstead Junior Academy
Pinxton Nursery School
South Normanton Nursery School
Glebe Junior School
The Brigg Infant School
Longwood Infant Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Pinxton Village Stores0.9 km
- The Common Stores0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Derbyshire Hotel Derby Ltd T/a Holiday Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Whitbread Plc1.0 km
- Frederick Gent School0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Delhi Nights0.6 km
- The Frying Squad0.6 km
- Coco Sun Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Snack Attack0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alfreton2.6 km
- Kirkby in Ashfield5.2 km
- Sutton Parkway7.0 km
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Postcode Profile: DE553BQ · Data under Open Government Licence