Postcode Analysis Bolsover, East Midlands

WEST VIEW, DE55 5LB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST VIEW, DE55 5LB.

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

307

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE55 5LB 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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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DE55 5LB — age 46, 75% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £140k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

DE55 5LB is a safe, established residential area on West View, 0.5km from Tibshelf in Tibshelf. Administratively it sits within Tibshelf ward and the Bolsover constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 5LB are sourced from Output Area E00098736 (shared with 8 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 5LB. The average age is 45.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 135,000

9 sales · Mean £ 127,300

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

DE55 5LB has low crime rates — 36 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 offences55
Anti-social behaviour14
Public order12
Criminal damage and arson11
Shoplifting10

school Local Schools

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Town End Junior School

Good162 pupils0.3 km
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Tibshelf Infant School

Good187 pupils0.8 km
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Tibshelf Community School

Good830 pupils0.9 km
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Newton Primary School

Good146 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Tibshelf Playgroup0.6 km
  • Crown Hotel0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Tibshelf Kebab House0.8 km
  • Tibshelf Fish Bar0.8 km
  • New Crystal House0.8 km
  • Taste Of Bombay0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Today Local0.8 km
  • Derwent Store0.3 km
  • High Street Garage0.6 km
  • The Co-Operative Pharmacy (Wells Pharmacy)1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Vintage Coffee Shop0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alfreton4.6 km
  • Sutton Parkway7.8 km
  • Kirkby in Ashfield7.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Methodist Church0.1 km
  • Crown Hotel0.1 km
  • Spa Croft0.2 km
  • Spa Croft0.2 km
  • Alfreton Road0.3 km