Is DE55 6DW a safe place to live?

Yes, DE55 6DW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 20 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DE55 6DW?

The average property price in DE55 6DW is currently around £247k.

What is the population of DE55 6DW?

The population for the DE55 6DW area is approximately 449 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North East Derbyshire, East Midlands

BRACKENFIELD LANE, DE55 6DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRACKENFIELD LANE, DE55 6DW.

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Population

449

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 37,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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7/10

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Area Character

DE55 6DW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

DE55 6DW is a safe, established residential area on Brackenfield Lane, 0.3km from Wessington in Wessington. Administratively it sits within Shirland ward and the Bolsover constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £247k.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 6DW are sourced from Output Area E00100306 (shared with 28 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 6DW. The average age is 41.3. 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 / Caribbean0.2%

Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 232,500

4 sales · Mean £ 261,875

Semi-Detached

£ 244,950

7 sales · Mean £ 230,407

Terraced

£ 185,000

1 sales · Mean £ 185,000

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

DE55 6DW has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime7

Violence and sexual offences5

Anti-social behaviour4

Public order3

Other theft1

school Local Schools

Wessington Primary School

Good86 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Amber Valley Vineyards0.7 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Horse And Jockey Wessington Ltd0.0 km

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Wessington's Traditional Fish And Chips0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Whatstandwell5.3 km
Alfreton5.7 km
Ambergate6.7 km

Bus Stops

Brackenfield Lane0.0 km
Brackenfield Lane0.0 km
Spring Gardens0.1 km
Horse & Jockey0.1 km
Horse & Jockey0.2 km