DE7 4PY is a sought-after residential area on Butts Close, 0.2km from Hallam Fields in Ilkeston. Administratively it sits within Hallam Fields ward and the Erewash constituency.
For serious buyers, DE7 4PY is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 DE7 4PY are sourced from Output Area E00099451 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BUTTS CLOSE, DE7 4PY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUTTS CLOSE, DE7 4PY.
298
38
£ 38,600 /yr
63%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
DE7 4PY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £155k, 85% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £155k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE7 4PY. The average age is 37.8. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 155,000
5 sales · Mean £ 161,700
Terraced
£ 174,950
1 sales · Mean £ 174,950
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE7 4PY has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hallam Fields Junior School
Field House Infant School
Kensington Junior Academy
Dallimore Primary & Nursery School
St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy
Ladywood Primary School
Trowell CofE Primary School
Larklands Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Peak Pharmacy0.4 km
- Lobinas0.8 km
- The Newspaper Shop & Convenience Store0.9 km
- Ashley News0.4 km
- Bazzaz Mini Market0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Amcor Staff Canteen0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Langos Angie's Cafe0.5 km
- Time 2 Eat0.7 km
- China Palace0.8 km
- The Rosie Lea0.5 km
- Magic Wok0.9 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Gallows Inn0.8 km
- The Davy Lamp0.7 km
- Ilkeston Rugby Club0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Service Station0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Attenborough7.2 km
- Langley Mill7.3 km
- Beeston7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Queens Avenue0.2 km
- Queens Avenue0.2 km
- Mitchell Terrace0.2 km
- Queens Avenue0.3 km
- Hallam Fields Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE74PY · Data under Open Government Licence