Is DE7 6FY a safe place to live?

Yes, DE7 6FY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 31 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in DE7 6FY?

The average property price in DE7 6FY is currently around £262k.

What is the population of DE7 6FY?

The population for the DE7 6FY area is approximately 362 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Erewash, East Midlands

BELPER ROAD, DE7 6FY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BELPER ROAD, DE7 6FY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

362

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

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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8/10

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9/10

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1/10

workEmployment

7/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

6/10

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2/10

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9/10

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10/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DE7 6FY — age 46, 88% ownership, 8% 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 up 9.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE7 6FY is a safe, established residential area on Belper Road, 0.3km from Smalley Common in West Hallam. Administratively it sits within West Hallam & Dale Abbey ward and the Mid Derbyshire constituency.

For families considering a move, DE7 6FY represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 £262k, up 9.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for DE7 6FY are sourced from Output Area E00099680 (shared with 8 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 6FY. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

42%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 278,000

3 sales · Mean £ 250,333

Semi-Detached

£ 210,000

7 sales · Mean £ 215,000

Detached

£ 285,000

6 sales · Mean £ 305,583

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

DE7 6FY has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13

Other theft3

Anti-social behaviour1

Criminal damage and arson1

Public order1

school Local Schools

Stanley Common CofE Primary School

Good58 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Hayeswood Lodge Boutique Bed & Breakfast0.8 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Smalley Common Ex-Servicemen's and W.M Club0.0 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Platta0.0 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Man Lee0.9 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

B & S Stores (Go Local)0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Langley Mill5.8 km
Duffield6.6 km
Spondon7.6 km

Bus Stops

Working Mens Club0.0 km
Working Mens Club0.1 km
Tansley Avenue0.3 km
The Common0.3 km
The Common0.3 km