Postcode Analysis Amber Valley, East Midlands

SEFTON WAY, DE56 4HS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SEFTON WAY, DE56 4HS.

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Population

431

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 53,600 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE56 4HS 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.

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9/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. DE56 4HS's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £727k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £727k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

DE56 4HS is a sought-after residential area on Sefton Way in Makeney. Administratively it sits within Duffield ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.

For serious buyers, DE56 4HS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 96% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £727k. 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 4HS are sourced from Output Area E00179893 (shared with 18 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 4HS. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 620,000

7 sales · Mean £ 634,000

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

DE56 4HS has low crime rates — 4 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 offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Drugs1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Duffield the Meadows Primary School

Good312 pupils0.5 km
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William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School

Outstanding268 pupils0.6 km
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The Ecclesbourne School

Inadequate1584 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Bradmans Wine Bar & Cellar0.8 km
  • Emmanuel Community Church0.9 km
  • Kings Head0.8 km
  • The White Hart0.9 km
  • Chevin Golf Club0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Fennels0.8 km
  • Pura Coffee0.8 km
  • Riverside Duffield0.8 km
  • Sanchini's0.8 km
  • The Gallery0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Central England Co-operative0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Birds Bakery0.8 km
  • Pas'S Plaice0.5 km
  • Duffield Fish And Chips0.8 km
  • Royal Garden0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Duffield News0.9 km
  • Meadow Vale Store0.5 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Duffield0.9 km
  • Belper3.9 km
  • Ambergate7.9 km