Postcode Analysis Derby, East Midlands

CRESSIDA COURT, DE73 5AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRESSIDA COURT, DE73 5AL.

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Population

399

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

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.

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DE73 5AL combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£375k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £375k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 41.9% year-on-year.

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

DE73 5AL is a sought-after residential area on Cressida Court, 0.5km from Shelton Lock in Derby. Administratively it sits within Chellaston ward and the Derby South constituency.

For serious buyers, DE73 5AL is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 86% 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 — 32% 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 £375k, up 41.9% 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 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00171203 (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 DE73 5AL. The average age is 31.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British67.8%
Asian / British Asian25.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed7.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 375,000

3 sales · Mean £ 405,666

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

DE73 5AL 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.

Violence and sexual offences31
Anti-social behaviour12
Vehicle crime6
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Homefields Primary School

Outstanding349 pupils0.5 km
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Shelton Junior School

Good278 pupils1.0 km
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Shelton Infant School

Requires Improvement227 pupils1.0 km
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Chellaston Junior School

Good506 pupils1.0 km
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Chellaston Academy

Inadequate1744 pupils1.1 km
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Chellaston Infant School

Good308 pupils1.2 km
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Noel-Baker Academy

Good1071 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Welcome Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Chellaston Butchers1.0 km
  • Lock Pharmacy Ltd0.9 km
  • One Stop0.5 km
  • Chellaston Post Office and Off License1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • New Bridge Inn0.9 km
  • R & R Derby Ltd1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Central England Co-operative Society0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Mings Court1.0 km
  • The Sweet Lounge0.5 km
  • Georges Tradition0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Peartree3.1 km
  • Derby5.0 km
  • Spondon5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Drummond Way0.2 km
  • Drummond Way0.2 km
  • Prestwick Way0.3 km
  • Prestwick Way0.3 km
  • Alonso Close0.4 km