Postcode Analysis South Derbyshire, East Midlands

ASH CLOSE, DE72 2BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASH CLOSE, DE72 2BY.

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Population

282

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 52,900 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE72 2BY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE72 2BY combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£340k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

DE72 2BY is a sought-after residential area on Ash Close, 0.3km from Aston-on-Trent in Aston-on-Trent. Administratively it sits within Aston ward and the South Derbyshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE72, DE72 2BY offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 80% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k. 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 DE72 2BY are sourced from Output Area E00100363 (shared with 12 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 DE72 2BY. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 295,000

3 sales · Mean £ 283,333

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

DE72 2BY has low crime rates — 14 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 offences14
Anti-social behaviour10
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Aston-on-Trent Primary School

Good197 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Aston on Trent Post Office0.4 km
  • The Village Shop0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • White Hart0.4 km
  • The Malt0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • NOSTA0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Spondon6.0 km
  • Long Eaton7.0 km
  • Peartree7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • White Hart Inn0.1 km
  • Rectory Gardens0.1 km
  • Rectory Gardens0.1 km
  • White Hart Inn0.1 km
  • Moor Lane0.2 km