DE7 8JH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Armes Close, 0.8km from Cotmanhay in Ilkeston. Administratively it sits within Awsworth Road ward and the Erewash constituency.
For families considering a move, DE7 8JH 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for DE7 8JH are sourced from Output Area E00099385 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARMES CLOSE, DE7 8JH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARMES CLOSE, DE7 8JH.
326
39
£ 29,900 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE7 8JH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DE7 8JH's 58% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE7 8JH. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE7 8JH is moderate at 51 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.
school Local Schools
Charlotte Nursery and Infant School
Granby Junior School
Amber Valley and Erewash Support Centre
Bennerley Fields School
Cotmanhay Infant and Nursery School
Cotmanhay Junior School
Chaucer Junior School
Chaucer Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Poundstretcher0.9 km
- Taylors Corn Store0.8 km
- Ilkeston News0.8 km
- Halfords0.9 km
- Staceys Bakery1.0 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Carlton Club1.0 km
- Durham Ox0.8 km
- The Little Acorn0.3 km
- The Manor Bar & Catering Limited0.9 km
- Ilson Tap0.8 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Coffee Bean0.8 km
- McDonalds0.6 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Radhuni0.8 km
- The Project Workshop Cafe1.0 km
- + 15 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Co-op Food0.8 km
- Co-op Food & Petrol Station0.8 km
- Aldi0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Kerry's Chippy0.9 km
- Panda Pizza0.8 km
- Papa John's0.7 km
- Pizza Amicos0.8 km
- Fresh Soup & Pasta Bar1.0 km
- + 17 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Langley Mill4.1 km
- Bulwell7.7 km
- Hucknall9.7 km
Bus Stops
- Granby Park0.0 km
- Granby Park0.0 km
- Nelson Street0.1 km
- Nelson Street0.1 km
- Litchen Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE78JH · Data under Open Government Licence