DE7 8PD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Vernon Street, 0.6km from Cotmanhay in Ilkeston. Administratively it sits within Awsworth Road ward and the Erewash constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £132k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 26.7% 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 8PD are sourced from Output Area E00099394 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VERNON STREET, DE7 8PD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VERNON STREET, DE7 8PD.
308
39
£ 29,900 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE7 8PD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 59% owner-occupation and average age 39, DE7 8PD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 26.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE7 8PD. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 97,500
11 sales · Mean £ 98,418
Semi-Detached
£ 195,000
3 sales · Mean £ 188,333
Detached
£ 110,000
1 sales · Mean £ 110,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around DE7 8PD is moderate at 76 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
Amber Valley and Erewash Support Centre
Bennerley Fields School
Cotmanhay Infant and Nursery School
Cotmanhay Junior School
Charlotte Nursery and Infant School
Granby Junior School
Chaucer Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Bargain Booze0.1 km
- Evans Pharmacy0.6 km
- Mace Market0.2 km
- Peter Canlin0.6 km
- Cotmanhay Farm Stores0.2 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Dukeries Club0.4 km
- Ilkeston Town Football Club0.6 km
- Glass Pilla0.2 km
- Rutland Cottage Inn0.8 km
- Sixty Six Club0.1 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Rolling Smoke0.7 km
- Smiley's Cafe1.0 km
- Cafe Ace0.1 km
- Little Elf's Kitchen1.0 km
- ILKON Cafe0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
- Co-op Food & Petrol Station0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Jade Dragon0.9 km
- Marble Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Midland Kebabs0.6 km
- Sun Do1.0 km
- The Proper Hand Make Burger & Pizza1.0 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Langley Mill3.8 km
- Bulwell7.5 km
- Hucknall9.3 km
Bus Stops
- Fisher Court0.1 km
- Vernon Street0.1 km
- Vernon Street0.1 km
- Fisher Court0.2 km
- Ash Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE78PD · Data under Open Government Licence