DE56 0DS is a sought-after residential area on Bretton Road, 0.6km from Openwoodgate in Belper. Administratively it sits within Belper East ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.
For serious buyers, DE56 0DS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for DE56 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00098180 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRETTON ROAD, DE56 0DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRETTON ROAD, DE56 0DS.
283
42
£ 43,000 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE56 0DS 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. DE56 0DS's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £340k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE56 0DS. The average age is 41.5. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 340,000
4 sales · Mean £ 340,000
Semi-Detached
£ 142,000
2 sales · Mean £ 142,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE56 0DS 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
Street Lane Primary School
St John's CofE Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Whitemoor Lane Convenience Store0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Black Bulls Head0.8 km
- Greyhound Inn0.8 km
- Belper Sports Centre Services0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Vaillant Industrial Group1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Full House0.9 km
- Golden Gate Takeaway0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Belper2.3 km
- Ambergate4.1 km
- Duffield5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Ashop Road0.1 km
- Ashop Road0.1 km
- Overlane Nurseries0.1 km
- Overlane Nurseries0.2 km
- Whitemoor House0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE560DS · Data under Open Government Licence