Postcode Analysis South Derbyshire, East Midlands

WOODLANDS DRIVE, DE65 5DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLANDS DRIVE, DE65 5DL.

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Population

438

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 46,000 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DE65 5DL spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £362k. Property prices are trending up 76.4% year-on-year.

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

DE65 5DL is an active urban area on Woodlands Drive, 0.2km from Foston in South Derbyshire. Administratively it sits within Hilton ward and the South Derbyshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE65, DE65 5DL offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 121 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £362k, up 76.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE65 5DL are sourced from Output Area E00100526 (shared with 21 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 DE65 5DL. The average age is 41.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.1%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 405,000

7 sales · Mean £ 399,642

Semi-Detached

£ 355,000

5 sales · Mean £ 317,900

Terraced

£ 270,000

5 sales · Mean £ 250,900

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

Crime around DE65 5DL is above average at 121 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences42
Other crime4
Public order3
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Scropton Riding Centre1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tutbury & Hatton3.4 km
  • Uttoxeter9.2 km
  • Burton-On-Trent10.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Village0.0 km
  • Hall0.1 km