DE55 7QB is a safe, established residential area on Birchwood Road, 0.5km from Cotes Park in Alfreton. Administratively it sits within Alfreton ward and the Amber Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, DE55 7QB represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DE55 7QB are sourced from Output Area E00179850 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BIRCHWOOD ROAD, DE55 7QB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BIRCHWOOD ROAD, DE55 7QB.
281
38
£ 36,200 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE55 7QB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
DE55 7QB is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE55 7QB. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 120,000
3 sales · Mean £ 120,000
Detached
£ 189,975
2 sales · Mean £ 189,975
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE55 7QB has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Leys Junior School
Woodbridge Junior School
Alfreton Nursery School
David Nieper Academy
Croft Infant School
Somercotes Infant and Nursery School
Copthorne Community Infant School
Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Alfreton News0.9 km
- Go Local Alfreton0.9 km
- Hayers Minimart0.8 km
- Card Factory0.8 km
- East Midlands Vending - Guilford Europe0.6 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Alfreton Town Supporters Social Club0.6 km
- Prospect Street Micro Pub0.8 km
- The Dog House0.9 km
- Plough Inn0.9 km
- The Cotes Park Inn0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Pannini Grill0.9 km
- The Pottery0.9 km
- David Nieper0.7 km
- Maple Mews Cafe1.0 km
- Railside Cafe0.8 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Frydays Fish And Chips0.9 km
- Tasty Bites0.7 km
- Hong Kong Wok0.9 km
- Jimmy's0.9 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.9 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Alfreton1.0 km
- Kirkby in Ashfield8.0 km
- Ambergate8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Birchwood Road0.0 km
- Chatham Avenue0.1 km
- Abbott Road0.2 km
- Abbott Road0.3 km
- Ley Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE557QB · Data under Open Government Licence