Is DE55 4SW a safe place to live?

Yes, DE55 4SW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of DE55 4SW?

The population for the DE55 4SW area is approximately 394 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bolsover, East Midlands

DE55 4SW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DE55 4SW.

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

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Population

394

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE55 4SW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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10/10

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4/10

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3/10

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7/10

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5/10

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3/10

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2/10

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5/10

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1/10

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Area Character

DE55 4SW is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE55 4SW is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Birchwood, Upper in South Normanton and Pinxton. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Pinxton ward and the Bolsover constituency.

This is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 4SW are sourced from Output Area E00098626 (shared with 9 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 4SW. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%

Asian / British Asian1.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

55%Active

FT: 38%

Unemployed: 3%

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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

DE55 4SW has low crime rates — 4 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 offences2

Anti-social behaviour1

Burglary1

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

South Normanton Nursery School

Outstanding83 pupils1.6 km

Glebe Junior School

Good395 pupils1.6 km

Leys Junior School

Good178 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Eurocell Plc0.5 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Stephs Coffee Shop0.5 km
Slimming World0.1 km
Slimming World0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Alfreton1.7 km
Kirkby in Ashfield6.6 km
Langley Mill8.2 km