DE56 0DE is a safe, established residential area on Barton Knowle, 0.3km from Openwoodgate in Belper. Administratively it sits within Belper East ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 35.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DE56 0DE are sourced from Output Area E00098167 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARTON KNOWLE, DE56 0DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARTON KNOWLE, DE56 0DE.
309
47
£ 41,600 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE56 0DE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates DE56 0DE — age 47, 93% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £173k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 35.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE56 0DE. The average age is 46.6. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 159,500
10 sales · Mean £ 165,500
Terraced
£ 163,000
1 sales · Mean £ 163,000
Detached
£ 170,000
1 sales · Mean £ 170,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE56 0DE has low crime rates — 13 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 Store0.4 km
- Pottery Service Station0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Black Bulls Head0.6 km
- Greyhound Inn0.4 km
- Belper Sports Centre Services0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Vaillant Industrial Group0.4 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.4 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Full House0.7 km
- Gurkha Express1.0 km
- Golden Gate Takeaway0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Belper1.8 km
- Ambergate4.3 km
- Duffield4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Leisure Centre0.1 km
- Leisure Centre0.1 km
- Jodrell Avenue0.1 km
- Jodrell Avenue0.1 km
- Pottery Farm0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DE560DE · Data under Open Government Licence