Postcode Analysis Amber Valley, East Midlands

CATHERINE STREET, DE55 7FJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CATHERINE STREET, DE55 7FJ.

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Population

448

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 36,200 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE55 7FJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

DE55 7FJ is an established family neighbourhood — 51% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

home £147,000 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE55 7FJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Catherine Street, 1.0km from Alfreton in Alfreton. Administratively it sits within Alfreton ward and the Amber Valley constituency.

Day-to-day life in DE55 7FJ has the character of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £147k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 7FJ are sourced from Output Area E00098119 (shared with 16 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 7FJ. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.2%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 147,000

1 sales · Mean £ 147,000

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

Crime around DE55 7FJ is moderate at 58 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences89
Public order15
Vehicle crime15
Criminal damage and arson14
Drugs13

school Local Schools

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Leys Junior School

Good178 pupils0.6 km
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Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good235 pupils0.7 km
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Copthorne Community Infant School

Good96 pupils0.7 km
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David Nieper Academy

Good679 pupils1.0 km
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Alfreton Nursery School

Outstanding88 pupils1.0 km
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Woodbridge Junior School

Good212 pupils1.0 km
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Croft Infant School

Good157 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Alfreton News0.6 km
  • Atlas Workout Warehouse0.2 km
  • Percy Dawes Alfreton0.9 km
  • Polish Food0.7 km
  • Poundstretcher0.9 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Alfreton Town Supporters Social Club0.8 km
  • Prospect Street Micro Pub0.3 km
  • The Crossroads Tavern0.8 km
  • The Dog House0.6 km
  • Plough Inn0.6 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Alfreton House Tea Rooms0.8 km
  • Booboo Desserts0.9 km
  • Lotus Lounge0.9 km
  • Mario's Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Pannini Grill0.5 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Frydays Fish And Chips0.5 km
  • Lucky Star1.0 km
  • Pizza Delight0.9 km
  • Tasty Bites0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Lidl0.5 km
  • Farm Foods0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alfreton0.3 km
  • Kirkby in Ashfield8.1 km
  • Ambergate8.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Preston Avenue0.1 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km
  • Parkin Street0.2 km
  • Salcombe Road0.2 km