DE65 5AY is a safe, established residential area on Heath Top, 0.2km from Heathtop in South Derbyshire. Administratively it sits within Hilton ward and the South Derbyshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE65, DE65 5AY offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k.
Census 2021 statistics for DE65 5AY are sourced from Output Area E00100523 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEATH TOP, DE65 5AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEATH TOP, DE65 5AY.
300
42
£ 46,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE65 5AY 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DE65 5AY spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. £430k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE65 5AY. 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
£ 430,000
2 sales · Mean £ 430,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
DE65 5AY has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Church Broughton CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Eurest - JCB Power Systems0.8 km
- TopHat Industries Ltd0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Holly Bush Inn0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tutbury & Hatton3.3 km
- Willington10.2 km
- Burton-On-Trent10.4 km
Bus Stops
- Boggy Lane0.1 km
- Boggy Lane0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DE655AY · Data under Open Government Licence