Castle Road is in Castle Gresley, Swadlincote and in South Derbyshire district. DE11 9LP is located in the Church Gresley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1982-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Castle Road, Castle Gresley, Swadlincote, DE11 9LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE11 9LU, DE11 9LN, DE11 9LG, DE11 9LW, DE11 9LS, DE11 9LT, DE11 9LQ, DE11 9NE, DE11 9LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE11 9LP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% of residents 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 | 55% | 47.3% | -7.7% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 45% | 52.7% | 7.7% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 27.6% | 37.2% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 48.2% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 4% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 38.2% | 41.5% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 36% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 15% | 16.2% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 4% | -5.6% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 23.6% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 15.6% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 15.1% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 15.6% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 21.3% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3% | 4% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.3% | 96% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.1% | 95.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 95.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.7% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Castle Road was 105.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.2% higher than the Church Gresley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Castle Road has the 19th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Church Gresley and the 60th highest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 165 Castle Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-12-19 | £300,781 |
| 163 Castle Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2000-06-20 | £174,500 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's CofE Controlled Primary School Church Street , Church Gresley DE11 9NP | 3out of 4 | 786 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Gresley Infant and Nursery School Pennine Way , Church Gresley DE11 9EY | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine Way Junior Academy Pennine Way , DE11 9EY | 2out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Albert Village Primary School Occupation Road , Albert Village DE11 8HA | 3out of 4 | 1,470 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Linton Primary School Main Street , Linton DE12 6QA | 3out of 4 | 2,235 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 2,232 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Granville Academy Burton Road , Woodville DE11 7JR | 2out of 4 | 3,203 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Allitt School Sunnyside , Newhall DE11 0TL | 2out of 4 | 3,262 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy Bluestone Lane , Stapenhill DE15 9SD | 2out of 4 | 4,536 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paulet High School Violet Way , Stapenhill DE15 9RT | - not rated | 4,882 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 | 1,002 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| South Derbyshire Support Centre Memorial Hall , Main Street DE11 0TW | 3out of 4 | 2,995 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pegasus School Main Street , Cauldwell DE12 6RS | - not rated | 3,955 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cafe | Gresley Wood Road, Church Gresley | 573 yd | |
| The Priory | Gresley Wood Road, Church Gresley | 573 yd | |
| Gresley Indoor Bowling Centre | George Street, Church Gresley | 573 yd | |
| Spice Touch | Glamorgan Way, Church Gresley | 724 yd | |
| Cafe Cru | 87 Market Street, Church Gresley | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Miners Arms | George Street, Church Gresley | 204 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 77 Church Street, Church Gresley | 320 yd | |
| Drum and Monkey | Castle Road, Castle Gresley | 498 yd | |
| Gresley Old Hall Community Welfare Centre | Gresley Wood Road, Church Gresley | 573 yd | |
| Mount Pleasant Inn | 109 Mount Pleasant Road, Castle Gresley | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New King Wah Chinese Takeaway | 11 Princess Street, Church Gresley | 251 yd | |
| Millennium Fish Bar | 25 Church Street, Church Gresley | 590 yd | |
| New Rainbow House | 86 George Street, Church Gresley | 625 yd | |
| Gresley Football Club | Moat Street, Church Gresley | 625 yd | |
| Church Gresley Fish Bar | Unit 2 Glamorgan Way, Church Gresley | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury Swadlincote Glamorgan Way Local | Unit 1 Glamorgan Way, Church Gresley | 568 yd | |
| Tesco | Common Road, Church Gresley | 927 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moat Ground Moat Street | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| Gresley Old Hall GRESLEY OLD HALL GRESLEY OLD HALL GRESLEY WOOD ROAD | grass pitches, indoor bowls | 571 yd |
| Pennine Way Junior Academy PENNINE WAY | grass pitches | 912 yd |
| Mount Pleasant Recreation Ground Mount Pleasant Road | grass pitches | 940 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.