Main Street is in Walton On Trent, Swadlincote and in South Derbyshire district. DE12 8LY is located in the Seales electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Main Street, Walton On Trent, Swadlincote, DE12 8LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE12 8NN, DE12 8NE, DE12 8ND, DE12 8NR, DE12 8NW, DE12 8NA, DE12 8NG, DE12 8LZ, DE12 8NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE12 8LY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51.1% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.4% | 48.9% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DE12 8LY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 15% | 23.3% | 8.3% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.7% | 63% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 18.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.9% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 6.8% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 39.8% | 47% | 7.2% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 35.3% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 12.8% | -5.1% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 27% | 19.1% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 4.5% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.3% | 15% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 10% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.2% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.1% | 32.7% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 5.8% | 0.5% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.4% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 98.2% | 92.9% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 92.9% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 60.5% | 46.2% | 14.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Street was 56.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.0% lower than the Linton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Main Street has the 17th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Linton and the 157th highest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 176.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Main Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-09-13 | £273,188 |
| 11 Main Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £745,000 | 2019-09-27 | £945,473 |
| 11 Main Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2013-01-29 | £999,648 |
| 5 Main Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2005-09-27 | £323,653 |
| 3 - 5 Main Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2005-09-27 | £323,653 |
DE12 8LY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE12 8LY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walton On Trent CofE Primary and Nursery School Coton Road , Walton-on-Trent DE12 8NL | 4out of 4 | 455 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Russell Infants School Station Road , Barton-Under-Needwood DE13 8DS | 3out of 4 | 2,618 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Russell Junior School Gilmour Lane , Barton-Under-Needwood DE13 8EU | 4out of 4 | 2,658 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosliston CofE Primary School Main Street , Rosliston DE12 8JW | 2out of 4 | 3,327 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rykneld Primary School Main Street , Branston DE14 3EX | 3out of 4 | 3,375 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Taylor High School Dunstall Road , Barton-under-Needwood DE13 8AZ | 4out of 4 | 2,988 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Paget High School Burton Road , Branston DE14 3DR | 2out of 4 | 3,500 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Taylor Free School Branston Road , Tatenhill DE13 9SA | - not rated | 3,782 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pegasus School Main Street , Cauldwell DE12 6RS | - not rated | 4,361 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 Swan | 15 Main Street, Walton On Trent | 282 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Rice | 20 Bells End Road, Walton On Trent | 144 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walton Cricket Club CRICKET PAVILLION CRICKET PAVILLION STATION LANE | grass pitches | 303 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.