DE73 5AB is a sought-after residential area on Prestwick Way, 0.3km from Shelton Lock in Derby. Administratively it sits within Chellaston ward and the Derby South constituency.
For serious buyers, DE73 5AB is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Derby.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k, down 6.5% 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 DE73 5AB are sourced from Output Area E00171207 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRESTWICK WAY, DE73 5AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRESTWICK WAY, DE73 5AB.
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£ 42,700 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE73 5AB 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. DE73 5AB's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership, and £235k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £235k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 6.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE73 5AB. The average age is 32.8. 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
Flat
£ 115,000
6 sales · Mean £ 116,166
Terraced
£ 195,000
5 sales · Mean £ 180,500
Detached
£ 427,500
4 sales · Mean £ 409,375
Semi-Detached
£ 124,950
5 sales · Mean £ 150,990
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE73 5AB has low crime rates — 18 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.
school Local Schools
Homefields Primary School
Chellaston Junior School
Chellaston Academy
Chellaston Infant School
Shelton Junior School
Shelton Infant School
Noel-Baker Academy
Clover Leys Spencer Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Welcome Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Chellaston Convenience Store0.9 km
- Chellaston Butchers0.7 km
- Lock Pharmacy Ltd0.8 km
- One Stop0.4 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- New Bridge Inn0.8 km
- R & R Derby Ltd0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- No.610.9 km
- Bay Leaf0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Central England Co-operative Society0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- China Garden0.8 km
- Mings Court0.7 km
- The Sweet Lounge0.4 km
- Georges Tradition0.5 km
- Love Curry0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Lawns Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Peartree3.3 km
- Derby5.1 km
- Spondon5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Prestwick Way0.0 km
- Prestwick Way0.0 km
- Alonso Close0.1 km
- Alonso Close0.1 km
- Drummond Way0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: DE735AB · Data under Open Government Licence