S42 5AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Shakespeare Street, 0.5km from Grasshill in Grassmoor. Administratively it sits within Grassmoor ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, S42 5AY is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 78 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £87k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 S42 5AY are sourced from Output Area E00100187 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHAKESPEARE STREET, S42 5AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHAKESPEARE STREET, S42 5AY.
274
39
£ 32,600 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S42 5AY 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
S42 5AY has a significant social housing presence — 71% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 39-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S42 5AY. The average age is 39.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 87,000
1 sales · Mean £ 87,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around S42 5AY is moderate at 78 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
Grassmoor Primary School
Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Nisa Local0.1 km
- Paul's Meats0.3 km
- Grassmoor Supermarket0.3 km
- Peak Pharmacy0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cat Village North0.1 km
- Clare's Cafe0.1 km
- China Rose0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Ishmails Indian Spice0.1 km
- Grassmoor Fish Bar0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Sportsman Inn0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chesterfield4.4 km
- Alfreton11.3 km
- Matlock12.1 km
Bus Stops
- New Street0.2 km
- New Street0.2 km
- Westhill Lane0.3 km
- Westhill Lane0.4 km
- Mill Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S425AY · Data under Open Government Licence