Is DE55 5JR a safe place to live?

Yes, DE55 5JR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 35 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DE55 5JR?

The average property price in DE55 5JR is currently around £205k.

What is the population of DE55 5JR?

The population for the DE55 5JR area is approximately 321 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Bolsover, East Midlands

THE RIDGE, DE55 5JR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE RIDGE, DE55 5JR.

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

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Population

321

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE55 5JR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10

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10/10

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2/10

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4/10

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6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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5/10

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2/10

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Area Character

DE55 5JR is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 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. Property prices are trending up 13.8% year-on-year.

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

DE55 5JR is a safe, established residential area on The Ridge, 0.4km from Primrose Hill in Newton and Blackwell. Administratively it sits within Blackwell ward and the Bolsover constituency.

For families considering a move, DE55 5JR represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £205k, up 13.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 5JR are sourced from Output Area E00098530 (shared with 4 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 5JR. The average age is 35.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%

Asian / British Asian1.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 2%

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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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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 133,500

10 sales · Mean £ 151,500

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

DE55 5JR has low crime rates — 35 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 offences27

Criminal damage and arson11

Anti-social behaviour7

Drugs5

Public order5

school Local Schools

Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School

Good116 pupils0.5 km

Westhouses Primary School

Good75 pupils1.0 km

The Green Infant School

Inadequate96 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Blackwell Store0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Alfreton2.1 km
Kirkby in Ashfield7.2 km
Sutton Parkway8.0 km

Bus Stops

Deamon Street South0.1 km
Deamon Street North0.2 km
Central Drive0.2 km
Wilson Avenue0.3 km
Wilson Avenue0.3 km