DE55 4PA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Cotes Park in Somercotes and Swanwick. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Somercotes ward and the Amber Valley constituency.
The people who live in DE55 4PA are typical of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DE55 4PA are sourced from Output Area E00098466 (shared with 255 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DE55 4PA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DE55 4PA.
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42
£ 31,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE55 4PA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 39% of tenure in DE55 4PA — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE55 4PA. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE55 4PA has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Leys Junior School
Somercotes Infant and Nursery School
David Nieper Academy
Alfreton Nursery School
Woodbridge Junior School
Somerlea Park Junior School
Croft Infant School
Copthorne Community Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Alfreton Town Supporters Social Club0.8 km
- The Cotes Park Inn0.6 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- B&M Stores0.9 km
- Stop 'n' Shop0.9 km
- Well Pharmacy0.9 km
- East Midlands Vending - Guilford Europe0.3 km
- One Stop Stores0.6 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Amber Valley Fitness Centre0.6 km
- Fit 3160.4 km
- Griffith Foods0.3 km
- KFC0.6 km
- McDonalds Restaurants0.5 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Greggs0.5 km
- Home And Away Kiosks0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alfreton1.2 km
- Kirkby in Ashfield7.8 km
- Ambergate8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Birchwood Road0.3 km
- Chatham Avenue0.3 km
- Abbott Road0.5 km
- Monk Road0.5 km
- Monk Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DE554PA · Data under Open Government Licence