Mount Pleasant Road is in Castle Gresley, Swadlincote and in South Derbyshire district. DE11 9JQ is located in the Linton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mount Pleasant Road, Castle Gresley, Swadlincote, DE11 9JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE11 9JL, DE11 9JJ, DE12 6JS, DE11 9JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE11 9JQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 50.1% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 51.1% | 49.9% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.2% | 35.2% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 47.2% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 46.1% | 43.6% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 39.9% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 13% | 12.6% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 5% | 3.1% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.1% | 20.5% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 8.1% | -9.9% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 16.6% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 16.3% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 30.3% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97% | 94% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 97.2% | 94.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mount Pleasant Road was 42.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.2% lower than the Linton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mount Pleasant Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Linton and the 154th lowest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156 Mount Pleasant Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2005-09-16 | £191,727 |
| 146 Mount Pleasant Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1998-12-03 | £234,821 |
| 156 Mount Pleasant Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £16,000 | 1998-06-29 | £78,654 |
| 154 Mount Pleasant Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £20,000 | 1996-12-06 | £106,263 |
DE11 9JQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 122 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Education | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linton Primary School Main Street , Linton DE12 6QA | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Controlled Primary School Church Street , Church Gresley DE11 9NP | 3out of 4 | 1,780 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Overseal Primary School Woodville Road , Overseal DE12 6LU | 3out of 4 | 1,958 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Village Primary School Occupation Road , Albert Village DE11 8HA | 3out of 4 | 2,082 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Gresley Infant and Nursery School Pennine Way , Church Gresley DE11 9EY | 3out of 4 | 2,162 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pingle Academy Coronation Street , DE11 0QA | 2out of 4 | 3,485 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Granville Academy Burton Road , Woodville DE11 7JR | 2out of 4 | 4,265 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Allitt School Sunnyside , Newhall DE11 0TL | 2out of 4 | 4,433 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy Bluestone Lane , Stapenhill DE15 9SD | 2out of 4 | 5,287 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 | 360 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Pegasus School Main Street , Cauldwell DE12 6RS | - not rated | 3,515 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Derbyshire Support Centre Memorial Hall , Main Street DE11 0TW | 3out of 4 | 4,142 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant Inn | 109 Mount Pleasant Road, Castle Gresley | 453 yd | |
| Drum and Monkey | Castle Road, Castle Gresley | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gresley Takeaway N Desserts | 44 Linton Road, Castle Gresley | 894 yd | |
| New King Wah Chinese Takeaway | 11 Princess Street, Church Gresley | 1,059 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rickmans Corner Linton Heath | grass pitches | 389 yd |
| Mount Pleasant Recreation Ground Mount Pleasant Road | grass pitches | 717 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.