S45 0BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Malthouse Lane, 0.3km from Ashover in Ashover. Administratively it sits within Ashover ward and the North East Derbyshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in S45, S45 0BU offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k, down 1.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for S45 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00100031 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALTHOUSE LANE, S45 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALTHOUSE LANE, S45 0BU.
357
56
£ 43,500 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S45 0BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
S45 0BU is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 85% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £440k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S45 0BU. The average age is 56.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 198,000
3 sales · Mean £ 304,333
Terraced
£ 465,000
8 sales · Mean £ 452,968
Semi-Detached
£ 650,000
1 sales · Mean £ 650,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S45 0BU has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ashover Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Crispin Inn0.5 km
- Black Swan0.4 km
- Ashover Cricket Club0.4 km
- Old Poets Corner0.6 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- The Butchers Shop0.3 km
- Ashover Post Office0.3 km
- Ye Old Tuckshop0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Matlock5.8 km
- Matlock Station6.4 km
- Matlock Bath7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Moor Road0.3 km
- Moor Road0.3 km
- Primary School0.3 km
- Black Swan0.4 km
- Primary School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: S450BU · Data under Open Government Licence