Postcode Analysis Derbyshire Dales, East Midlands

SPIRE CLOSE, DE6 1DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPIRE CLOSE, DE6 1DB.

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Population

375

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 42,800 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE6 1DB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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Area Character

DE6 1DB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £632k, 56% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £632k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 30.7% year-on-year.

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

DE6 1DB is a sought-after residential area on Spire Close, 0.3km from Bellevue in Ashbourne. Administratively it sits within Ashbourne North ward and the Derbyshire Dales constituency.

For families considering a move, DE6 1DB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £632k, up 30.7% year-on-year. 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 DE6 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00099103 (shared with 7 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 DE6 1DB. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Detached

£ 570,000

11 sales · Mean £ 563,409

Semi-Detached

£ 174,950

1 sales · Mean £ 174,950

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

DE6 1DB has low crime rates — 19 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 offences9
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order5
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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St Oswald's CofE Primary School

Good202 pupils0.4 km
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Ashbourne Primary School

Good199 pupils1.1 km
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Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School

Good1376 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • A L Hulme0.5 km
  • Bentley Grocers0.5 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • Booze & News0.7 km
  • Compton Fruit and Veg0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Ashbourne Ex-Servicemens Club0.7 km
  • Queen's Vaults0.8 km
  • Greenman Public House0.8 km
  • Wheel Inn0.7 km
  • White Swan0.7 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Birds Bakery0.8 km
  • Friends Caf?0.7 km
  • Jack Rabbits0.8 km
  • The Little Shed Ashbourne Ltd0.7 km
  • The Play Village0.7 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsburys0.6 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • Central England Co-operative0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Dalo Pizza & Kebab0.8 km
  • Panda Express0.6 km
  • Golden Hill0.8 km
  • Market Fish & Chip Shop0.7 km
  • Picnic Basket0.7 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Ye Olde Vaults0.7 km
  • Compton House Bed and Breakfast0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Uttoxeter15.3 km
  • Cromford16.9 km
  • Matlock Bath17.1 km

Bus Stops

  • St Oswolds Church0.2 km
  • St Oswolds Church0.3 km
  • Dark Lane0.3 km
  • Dark Lane0.4 km
  • Hospital0.4 km