Hillside Road is in Linton, Swadlincote and in South Derbyshire district. DE12 6RB 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 Hillside Road, Linton, Swadlincote, DE12 6RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE12 6RB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 48.5% | 47.7% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 51.5% | 52.3% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 DE12 6RB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.1% 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 | 32% | 42.1% | 10.1% | 37.9% | 4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 41.8% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 9.9% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 3.5% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 49.6% | 45.6% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 33.1% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 16% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 22.8% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 8.2% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 13.5% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 23.4% | 12.4% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 24.9% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.3% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.5% | 97.5% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 97.5% | 97.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 40.3% | 46.2% | -5.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillside Road was 75.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.9% higher than the Linton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillside Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Linton and the 101st highest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143 Hillside Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-12-09 | £324,342 |
| 125 Hillside Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2021-02-18 | £161,214 |
| 147 Hillside Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2020-08-28 | £90,467 |
| 101 Hillside Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2019-11-07 | £565,946 |
| 113 Hillside Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2019-05-10 | £411,891 |
DE12 6RB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 131 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linton Primary School Main Street , Linton DE12 6QA | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's CofE Controlled Primary School Church Street , Church Gresley DE11 9NP | 3out of 4 | 2,749 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Gresley Infant and Nursery School Pennine Way , Church Gresley DE11 9EY | 3out of 4 | 2,804 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pennine Way Junior Academy Pennine Way , DE11 9EY | 2out of 4 | 2,804 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Primary School Woodland Road , Stanton DE15 9TJ | 3out of 4 | 3,150 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 3,817 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Allitt School Sunnyside , Newhall DE11 0TL | 2out of 4 | 4,324 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy Bluestone Lane , Stapenhill DE15 9SD | 2out of 4 | 4,422 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paulet High School Violet Way , Stapenhill DE15 9RT | - not rated | 4,851 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Granville Academy Burton Road , Woodville DE11 7JR | 2out of 4 | 5,167 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 | 1,270 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Pegasus School Main Street , Cauldwell DE12 6RS | - not rated | 2,091 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Derbyshire Support Centre Memorial Hall , Main Street DE11 0TW | 3out of 4 | 3,995 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cute Wee Coffee Shop | Burton Road, Castle Gresley | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 28 Main Street, Linton | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gresley Takeaway N Desserts | 44 Linton Road, Castle Gresley | 741 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton Park Recreation Ground COTON PARK | grass pitches | 850 yd |
| Linton Primary School MAIN STREET | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Mount Pleasant Recreation Ground Mount Pleasant Road | grass pitches | 1,078 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 47.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.