Bishops Gate is in Woodville, Swadlincote and in South Derbyshire district. DE11 8DT is located in the Woodville electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bishops Gate, Woodville, Swadlincote, DE11 8DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE11 8DN, DE11 8DH, DE11 8DJ, DE11 8DZ, DE11 8FF, DE11 8EZ, DE11 8DW, DE11 8FG, DE11 8FN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE11 8DT is primarily male, with 53.6% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 46.4% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 50.4% | 53.6% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DE11 8DT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.3% | 47.8% | 3.5% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.1% | 31% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 11.4% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 6% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.3% | 44% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 29.3% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 19.1% | 6.5% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 5.8% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around DE11 8DT this area, 30.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 30.4% | 2.3% | 18.2% | 12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 14.7% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24% | 18.5% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7.1% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 10.3% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 17.4% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.8% | 99.1% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 96.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.4% | 96.9% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 96.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 76.7% | -0.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bishops Gate was 193.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 219.2% higher than the Midway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bishops Gate has the 4th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Midway and the 13th highest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Bishops Gate, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-06-30 | £202,933 |
| 11 Bishops Gate, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2025-02-21 | £224,827 |
| 23 Bishops Gate, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-12-08 | £230,584 |
| 11 Bishops Gate, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-02-13 | £227,721 |
| 6 Bishops Gate, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2022-07-08 | £192,303 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodville CofE Junior School High Street , Woodville DE11 7EA | 2out of 4 | 316 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodville Infant School High Street , Woodville DE11 7EA | 4out of 4 | 316 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Village Primary School Occupation Road , Albert Village DE11 8HA | 3out of 4 | 1,361 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Primary School Belmont Street , Swadlincote DE11 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,822 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Off Main Street , Blackfordby DE11 8AB | 2out of 4 | 1,840 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granville Academy Burton Road , Woodville DE11 7JR | 2out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pingle Academy Coronation Street , DE11 0QA | 2out of 4 | 2,712 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Allitt School Sunnyside , Newhall DE11 0TL | 2out of 4 | 4,132 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivanhoe College North Street , LE65 1HX | 3out of 4 | 5,275 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Linnet Independent Learning Centre 107 Mount Pleasant Road , DE11 9JE | - not rated | 3,419 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| South Derbyshire Support Centre Memorial Hall , Main Street DE11 0TW | 3out of 4 | 4,062 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lewis Charlton Learning Centre North Street , LE65 1HU | - not rated | 5,260 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Lee Royalty Restaurant | 105-107 High Street, Woodville | 386 yd | |
| Bombay Spice | 36 High Street, Woodville | 386 yd | |
| The Jennings Rooms | 33 High Street, Woodville | 532 yd | |
| R Massey & Son Ltd | 129 Swadlincote Road, Woodville | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joiners Arms | 117 High Street, Woodville | 386 yd | |
| New Inn (Wet Sales Only) | 2 High Street, Woodville | 532 yd | |
| Woodville Box Club (Wets Sales) | 3 High Street, Woodville | 532 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papas Pizza | 57 High Street, Woodville | 386 yd | |
| UPO's Fish Bar | 42 High Street, Woodville | 386 yd | |
| Kim's Kitchen | 51-53 High Street, Woodville | 386 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | 42 High Street, Woodville | 403 yd | |
| Dessert Hut | 59 High Street, Woodville | 433 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 42 High Street, Woodville | 386 yd | |
| Asda Service Station | Burton Road, Woodville | 754 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodville Recreation Ground BISHOPS GATE | grass pitches | 112 yd |
| Occupation Lane SPORTS PAVILION SPORTS PAVILION ARLISTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 644 yd |
| Shredz Fitness Centre SWADLINCOTE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 683 yd |
| Burton Road Recreation Ground BURTON ROAD | grass pitches | 849 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 178.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.