Postcode Analysis Amber Valley, East Midlands

CHESTNUT AVENUE, DE56 1LY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTNUT AVENUE, DE56 1LY.

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Population

248

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 38,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE56 1LY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DE56 1LY's 57% ownership and 38-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 25.7% year-on-year.

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

DE56 1LY is a safe, established residential area on Chestnut Avenue, 0.6km from Pinchom's Hill in Belper. Administratively it sits within Belper South ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.

For families considering a move, DE56 1LY represents 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, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £185k, up 25.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE56 1LY are sourced from Output Area E00098210 (shared with 6 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 DE56 1LY. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 178,000

13 sales · Mean £ 168,773

Flat

£ 96,250

1 sales · Mean £ 96,250

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

DE56 1LY has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences61
Anti-social behaviour23
Criminal damage and arson11
Public order11
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Herbert Strutt Primary School

Good192 pupils0.4 km
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Long Row Primary School

Good256 pupils1.3 km
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Pottery Primary School

Good320 pupils1.4 km
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St John's CofE Primary School and Nursery

Good450 pupils1.5 km
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Milford Primary School

Good101 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • Belper Booze1.0 km
  • Birds0.9 km
  • Card Factory0.9 km
  • Gummers Of King Street0.9 km
  • Holland And Barrett1.0 km
  • + 21 more
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Pub, NightClub

21 nearby
  • Bartleby's0.9 km
  • Old Kings Head0.7 km
  • The Bank @ Belper0.9 km
  • The Curious Pig In The Pantry0.8 km
  • The Railway1.0 km
  • + 16 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • Artisan Bean Company0.9 km
  • Costa1.0 km
  • Fusion Lounge1.0 km
  • I Should Cocoa0.8 km
  • Praan0.8 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Morrisons0.9 km
  • Aldi Stores Limited0.9 km
  • Central England Co-operative0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Continental Food Bar0.8 km
  • Forum Foods0.8 km
  • Gurkha Express0.9 km
  • Oriental Villa0.8 km
  • Full Moon0.1 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Belper1.0 km
  • Duffield3.3 km
  • Ambergate4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Bargate Road 350.1 km
  • Bargate Road 350.1 km
  • Chestnut Avenue0.2 km
  • Chestnut Avenue0.2 km
  • Park Road Shops0.2 km