Postcode Analysis North East Derbyshire, East Midlands

KNIGHTON STREET, S42 5JA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNIGHTON STREET, S42 5JA.

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Population

323

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 37,500 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: S42 5JA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 39, S42 5JA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £121k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 14.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S42 5JA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Knighton Street, 0.2km from Hepthorne Lane in North Wingfield and Holmewood. Administratively it sits within North Wingfield Central ward and the North East Derbyshire 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 — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £121k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 14.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S42 5JA are sourced from Output Area E00100257 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S42 5JA. 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

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 105,000

19 sales · Mean £ 100,052

Semi-Detached

£ 120,000

3 sales · Mean £ 124,983

Detached

£ 140,750

2 sales · Mean £ 140,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

S42 5JA has low crime rates — 27 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences30
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson7
Vehicle crime7
Drugs5

school Local Schools

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Tupton Hall School

Good1556 pupils0.9 km
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North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy

Requires Improvement340 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Derbyshire Stroke Centre0.6 km
  • The Blue Bell0.2 km
  • North Wingfield Community Resource Centre1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Peak Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Spar0.7 km
  • Little Morton Farm0.7 km
  • Wingfield Store Ltd0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Shinnon0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Va Kei0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chesterfield6.8 km
  • Alfreton8.9 km
  • Matlock11.1 km

Bus Stops

  • New Street0.1 km
  • Allotments0.1 km
  • Berry Street0.1 km
  • Allotments0.1 km
  • Berry Street0.1 km