Postcode Analysis Erewash, East Midlands

HOLMEFIELD CRESCENT, DE7 5EG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLMEFIELD CRESCENT, DE7 5EG.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 38,600 /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: DE7 5EG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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

No single demographic signal dominates DE7 5EG — age 40, 88% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 13.6% year-on-year.

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

DE7 5EG is a safe, established residential area on Holmefield Crescent, 0.4km from Larklands in Ilkeston. Administratively it sits within Larklands ward and the Erewash constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k, down 13.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE7 5EG are sourced from Output Area E00099617 (shared with 5 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 DE7 5EG. The average age is 40.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

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

Semi-Detached

£ 165,000

8 sales · Mean £ 162,750

Detached

£ 121,000

1 sales · Mean £ 121,000

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

DE7 5EG has low crime rates — 31 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 offences65
Anti-social behaviour21
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order9
Vehicle crime6

school Local Schools

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Larklands Infant School

Good178 pupils0.2 km
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Kensington Junior Academy

Requires Improvement195 pupils0.5 km
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Chaucer Infant School

Requires Improvement217 pupils0.7 km
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Chaucer Junior School

Good234 pupils0.9 km
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Field House Infant School

Requires Improvement156 pupils0.9 km
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St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good240 pupils1.2 km
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Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy

Requires Improvement931 pupils1.4 km
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Hallam Fields Junior School

Good226 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Superdrug1.0 km
  • Peak Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Bazzaz Mini Market0.9 km
  • Wayfairer Local0.9 km
  • Savers Health & Beauty1.0 km
  • + 17 more
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Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • Dewdrop Inn1.0 km
  • Spanish Bar0.9 km
  • The Needlemakers Arms0.7 km
  • The Lounge1.0 km
  • The Kings Head1.0 km
  • + 12 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Costa Coffee1.0 km
  • The Junction1.0 km
  • Appletree Catering0.9 km
  • Millies Coffee Shop & Tea Rooms0.9 km
  • Hall Street Deli0.7 km
  • + 13 more
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Ilkeston Mini Market1.0 km
  • Snack Attack0.7 km
  • Jerk Kitchen0.9 km
  • Star Pizza Express0.9 km
  • Jacksons Chippie0.9 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Morrison's0.7 km
  • Asda Service Station0.9 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.7 km
  • Farm Foods1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Langley Mill6.0 km
  • Bulwell7.5 km
  • Beeston8.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Heathfield Avenue0.1 km
  • Heathfield Avenue0.1 km
  • Andrew Avenue0.2 km
  • Andrew Avenue0.2 km
  • Green Lane0.3 km