DE55 5BA is a safe, established residential area on Kestrel Close, 0.5km from Doehill Lane in Tibshelf. Administratively it sits within Ault Hucknall ward and the Bolsover constituency.
For families considering a move, DE55 5BA represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An average age of 37 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.
Census 2021 statistics for DE55 5BA are sourced from Output Area E00098725 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KESTREL CLOSE, DE55 5BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KESTREL CLOSE, DE55 5BA.
403
37
£ 38,600 /yr
51%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 37, DE55 5BA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE55 5BA. The average age is 37.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 164,475
4 sales · Mean £ 165,475
Detached
£ 212,500
9 sales · Mean £ 206,261
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE55 5BA has low crime rates — 37 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
Town End Junior School
Tibshelf Community School
Tibshelf Infant School
Newton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Tibshelf Playgroup0.9 km
- Crown Hotel0.4 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Derwent Store0.6 km
- High Street Garage0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alfreton4.4 km
- Kirkby in Ashfield7.9 km
- Sutton Parkway8.0 km
Bus Stops
- Spa Croft0.1 km
- Spa Croft0.2 km
- Alfreton Road0.2 km
- Alfreton Road0.2 km
- Town End School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE555BA · Data under Open Government Licence