Postcode Analysis Amber Valley, East Midlands

DE55 9EE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DE55 9EE.

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Population

228

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 31,900 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE55 9EE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 39% of tenure in DE55 9EE — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 42-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

DE55 9EE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Cotes Park in Somercotes and Swanwick. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Somercotes ward and the Amber Valley constituency.

The people who live in DE55 9EE are typical 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. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 82 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for DE55 9EE are sourced from Output Area E00098466 (shared with 255 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 9EE. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around DE55 9EE is moderate at 82 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.

Violence and sexual offences48
Shoplifting37
Anti-social behaviour17
Public order15
Criminal damage and arson10

school Local Schools

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Somercotes Infant and Nursery School

Requires Improvement123 pupils0.6 km
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Somerlea Park Junior School

Good149 pupils0.8 km
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Leys Junior School

Good178 pupils1.0 km
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Woodbridge Junior School

Good212 pupils1.4 km
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Alfreton Nursery School

Outstanding88 pupils1.4 km
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David Nieper Academy

Good679 pupils1.4 km
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Croft Infant School

Good157 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • B&M Stores0.4 km
  • Bailey's Stores0.7 km
  • Owen Taylor & Sons0.9 km
  • R D News0.9 km
  • Stop 'n' Shop0.4 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Devonshire Arms0.8 km
  • Lux Beauty And Tanning1.0 km
  • Somercotes Snooker Club0.7 km
  • The Crown Inn0.6 km
  • The Cotes Park Inn0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • The Curry Lounge0.8 km
  • Amber Valley Fitness Centre0.1 km
  • Fit 3160.6 km
  • Griffith Foods0.5 km
  • KFC0.1 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Central England Co-operative0.8 km
  • Iceland0.4 km
  • Aldi Stores Limited0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Ali's Kebab And Pizza0.5 km
  • Classic Canton0.5 km
  • Mayflower0.7 km
  • Silver Star Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
  • Somercotes Fish Bar0.8 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Alfreton1.7 km
  • Ambergate7.8 km
  • Langley Mill8.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Wimsey Way0.1 km
  • Wimsey Way0.2 km
  • Cotes Park Lane0.2 km
  • Cotes Park Lane0.3 km
  • High Street0.4 km