DE7 8QN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Vicarage Avenue, 0.2km from Cotmanhay in Ilkeston. Administratively it sits within Cotmanhay ward and the Erewash constituency.
For families considering a move, DE7 8QN represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.
Census 2021 statistics for DE7 8QN are sourced from Output Area E00099485 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICARAGE AVENUE, DE7 8QN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE AVENUE, DE7 8QN.
265
53
£ 29,900 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: DE7 8QN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. DE7 8QN spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE7 8QN. The average age is 53.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 225,000
7 sales · Mean £ 214,714
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
DE7 8QN has low crime rates — 29 incidents 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
Cotmanhay Junior School
Cotmanhay Infant and Nursery School
Amber Valley and Erewash Support Centre
Bennerley Fields School
Charlotte Nursery and Infant School
Granby Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- Evans Pharmacy0.7 km
- Mace Market0.7 km
- Cotmanhay Farm Stores0.7 km
- One Stop Store0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Mallard0.5 km
- Dukeries Club0.8 km
- Glass Pilla0.7 km
- Rutland Cottage Inn0.4 km
- Sixty Six Club0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Smiley's Cafe0.3 km
- Cafe Ace0.8 km
- ILKON Cafe0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.1 km
- Co-op Food & Petrol Station0.1 km
- Co-op Food0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Marble Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
- Cathay Princess0.7 km
- Elite Fish Bar0.9 km
- Jilly's0.6 km
- Ilkeston Kebabs/Lush Desserts0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Langley Mill3.4 km
- Bulwell8.2 km
- Hucknall9.8 km
Bus Stops
- Vicarage Street0.1 km
- Vicarage Street0.2 km
- Ilkeston Community Hospital0.2 km
- Ilkeston Community Hospital0.2 km
- Ilkeston Community Hospital0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: DE78QN · Data under Open Government Licence