Postcode Analysis Bolsover, East Midlands

DODGEWELL CLOSE, DE55 5BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DODGEWELL CLOSE, DE55 5BH.

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Population

362

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 44, DE55 5BH has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 15.2% year-on-year.

home £225,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE55 5BH is a safe, established residential area on Dodgewell Close, 0.2km from Primrose Hill in Newton and Blackwell. Administratively it sits within Blackwell ward and the Bolsover constituency.

For families considering a move, DE55 5BH represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £225k, up 15.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00098518 (shared with 14 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 5BH. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 225,000

8 sales · Mean £ 233,812

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

DE55 5BH has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences18
Criminal damage and arson9
Anti-social behaviour6
Drugs6
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School

Good116 pupils0.2 km
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Newton Primary School

Good146 pupils1.2 km
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Westhouses Primary School

Good75 pupils1.4 km
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The Green Infant School

Inadequate96 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Blackwell Store0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alfreton2.7 km
  • Kirkby in Ashfield6.9 km
  • Sutton Parkway7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Cottage Inn0.1 km
  • The Cottage Inn0.2 km
  • 180 Alfreton Road0.2 km
  • 180 Alfreton Road0.2 km
  • Primrose Hill0.3 km