DE56 0DA is a safe, established residential area on John O'Gaunts Way, 0.2km from Openwoodgate in Belper. Administratively it sits within Belper East ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.
For families considering a move, DE56 0DA represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 23.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DE56 0DA are sourced from Output Area E00098166 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
JOHN O'GAUNTS WAY, DE56 0DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JOHN O'GAUNTS WAY, DE56 0DA.
224
44
£ 41,600 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 44, DE56 0DA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 23.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE56 0DA. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 155,000
15 sales · Mean £ 168,100
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE56 0DA has low crime rates — 18 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Belper School and Sixth Form Centre
Pottery Primary School
St John's CofE Primary School and Nursery
Herbert Strutt Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Whitemoor Lane Convenience Store0.5 km
- Pottery Service Station0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Black Bulls Head0.6 km
- Greyhound Inn0.5 km
- Belper Sports Centre Services0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Vaillant Industrial Group0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.5 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Full House0.8 km
- Golden Gate Takeaway0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Belper1.9 km
- Ambergate4.3 km
- Duffield4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Jodrell Avenue0.0 km
- Jodrell Avenue0.1 km
- Leisure Centre0.1 km
- Whitemoor Centre0.1 km
- Whitemoor Centre0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DE560DA · Data under Open Government Licence