DE7 8NH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bright Street, 0.5km from Cotmanhay in Ilkeston. Administratively it sits within Awsworth Road ward and the Erewash constituency.
For families considering a move, DE7 8NH 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. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £133k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 22.4% year-on-year. 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 8NH are sourced from Output Area E00099398 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRIGHT STREET, DE7 8NH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIGHT STREET, DE7 8NH.
341
39
£ 29,900 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE7 8NH 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 8NH's 64% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 22.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE7 8NH. The average age is 39.4. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 140,000
3 sales · Mean £ 161,666
Semi-Detached
£ 117,500
8 sales · Mean £ 119,000
Terraced
£ 91,500
13 sales · Mean £ 98,742
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE7 8NH is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Charlotte Nursery and Infant School
Amber Valley and Erewash Support Centre
Bennerley Fields School
Granby Junior School
Cotmanhay Infant and Nursery School
Cotmanhay Junior School
Chaucer Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Bargain Booze0.3 km
- Evans Pharmacy0.8 km
- Mace Market0.4 km
- Peter Canlin0.6 km
- Cotmanhay Farm Stores0.4 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Dukeries Club0.3 km
- Ilkeston Town Football Club0.6 km
- Glass Pilla0.2 km
- Rutland Cottage Inn0.4 km
- Sixty Six Club0.3 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Rolling Smoke0.6 km
- Smiley's Cafe0.7 km
- McDonalds0.9 km
- Subway1.0 km
- Arena Church0.9 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi0.6 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Co-op Food & Petrol Station0.6 km
- Co-op Food0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Jade Dragon0.8 km
- Marble Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Midland Kebabs0.6 km
- Sun Do0.8 km
- The Proper Hand Make Burger & Pizza0.8 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Langley Mill3.8 km
- Bulwell7.8 km
- Hucknall9.7 km
Bus Stops
- Ash Street0.2 km
- Ash Street0.2 km
- Granby Park0.3 km
- Vernon Street0.3 km
- Granby Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE78NH · Data under Open Government Licence