DE7 5RQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Market Place, 0.5km from Hallam, Little in Ilkeston. Administratively it sits within Hallam Fields ward and the Erewash constituency.
For families considering a move, DE7 5RQ represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £201k, up 5.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for DE7 5RQ are sourced from Output Area E00099452 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARKET PLACE, DE7 5RQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARKET PLACE, DE7 5RQ.
364
42
£ 33,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE7 5RQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 42, DE7 5RQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 5.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE7 5RQ. The average age is 42.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 147,500
16 sales · Mean £ 163,878
Semi-Detached
£ 170,000
25 sales · Mean £ 169,254
Detached
£ 270,000
1 sales · Mean £ 270,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE7 5RQ is moderate at 50 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Field House Infant School
St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy
Kensington Junior Academy
Hallam Fields Junior School
Larklands Infant School
Chaucer Infant School
Kirk Hallam Community Academy
Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Ashley News0.9 km
- Bazzaz Mini Market0.7 km
- McColls0.3 km
- Wayfairer Local0.7 km
- Best Shop0.9 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- The Needlemakers Arms0.3 km
- Gladstone Lodge0.7 km
- Legs Wine Bar0.7 km
- Prince of Wales0.6 km
- Rutland Cricket Club (Cricket Pavilion)0.9 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Johnny's Fish Bar0.7 km
- Briggs Fish Bar0.4 km
- Manor Fish Bar0.6 km
- New Marble Takeaway0.5 km
- Jacksons Chippie0.7 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Coffee Vida0.7 km
- Dessert Sensation0.5 km
- MFA Bowl Ilkeston0.6 km
- Nene's Kitchen0.7 km
- South Perk Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrison's0.3 km
- Asda Service Station0.9 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Langley Mill6.3 km
- Attenborough8.1 km
- Beeston8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Kirkby Avenue0.1 km
- Kirkby Avenue0.1 km
- Cemetery0.2 km
- Cemetery0.2 km
- Lower Stanton Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE75RQ · Data under Open Government Licence