Bishops Drive is in Oakwood, Derby and in Derby district. DE21 2DF is located in the Oakwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bishops Drive, Oakwood, Derby, DE21 2DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE21 2LT, DE21 2BE, DE21 2EH, DE21 2HH, DE21 2HL, DE21 2BW, DE21 2BD, DE21 2EJ, DE21 2HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE21 2DF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.6% | 55.9% | 10.3% | 51.0% | 4.9% |
| Male | 54.4% | 44.1% | -10.3% | 49.0% | -4.9% |
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 | 36.1% | 35.1% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 39.1% | -2.7% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 19.2% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 10.1% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 49.7% | 38% | -11.7% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 40.2% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 15.1% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 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 | 17.1% | 17.6% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 10.8% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 12.8% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 9.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 20.9% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 27.7% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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 | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| White | 93.3% | 91.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
In this area, 85.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.9% | 85.7% | -10.2% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 10.4% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 85.7% | -10.2% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.8% | 6.5% | -3.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bishops Drive was 30.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.2% lower than the Oakwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bishops Drive has the 19th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Oakwood and the 141st lowest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 56.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 430 Bishops Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2025-10-03 | £115,000 |
| 412 Bishops Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,950 | 2025-04-25 | £187,105 |
| 408 Bishops Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-03-28 | £197,848 |
| 420 Bishops Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2024-03-22 | £153,323 |
| 354 Bishops Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-01-31 | £232,589 |
DE21 2DF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 53 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Community Nursery School 43 Nuns Street , DE1 3LR | 3out of 4 | 4,376 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 4,598 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 5,130 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Primary School Springwood Drive , Oakwood DE21 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 425 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Close Infant School Wood Road , Chaddesden DE21 4LY | 3out of 4 | 822 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Close Junior Academy Deborah Drive , Chaddesden DE21 4RJ | 1out of 4 | 946 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Hill Top Primary School St Andrew's View , DE21 4ET | 1out of 4 | 1,173 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roe Farm Primary School Worcester Crescent , Chaddesden DE21 4HG | 2out of 4 | 1,514 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 2out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Da Vinci Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | 2out of 4 | 1,248 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Park School West Road , Spondon DE21 7BT | 3out of 4 | 2,746 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landau Forte College Fox Street , DE1 2LF | 4out of 4 | 3,583 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Derby Pride Park Locomotive Way , DE24 8PU | - not rated | 3,984 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby College The Roundhouse , Roundhouse Road DE24 8JE | - not rated | 3,705 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall Hilltop DE21 4EW | 3out of 4 | 1,517 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuition Services Co Brookside School Brookside Road , Breadsall DE21 5LF | - not rated | 1,890 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Giles' Spencer Academy Hampshire Road , Chaddesden DE21 6BT | - not rated | 2,185 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Vicarage School 11 Church Lane , Darley Abbey DE22 1EW | - not rated | 3,635 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Pride Academy 20 Orient Way , Pride Park DE24 8BY | 4out of 4 | 4,025 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Community Centre Cafe | Oakwood Community Centre, Springwood Drive | 376 yd | |
| Derby County Football Club | Moor Farm Training Centre, Morley Road | 673 yd | |
| Mustang Masala | 47 Smalley Drive | 1,000 yd | |
| KAVA Coffee Lounge | 43 Smalley Drive | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak and Acorn | Danebridge Crescent | 290 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peony House | 7 Oakwood District Centre | 290 yd | |
| Oakwood Fish Bar | Unit 6, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 296 yd | |
| Fish & Chips @ Pizza Village | 10 Mercaston Road | 903 yd | |
| Lucky House | 14 Mercaston Road | 927 yd | |
| Top Chef | 45 Smalley Drive | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Unit 1, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 287 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative Society | 49 Smalley Drive | 1,047 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative Society | Wollaton Road | 1,051 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Springwood Leisure Centre Springwood Drive | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 252 yd |
| Oakwood Park Springwood Drive | grass pitches | 378 yd |
| Derby County Fc (Moor Farm Training Centre) MOOR FARM MOOR FARM MORLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,006 yd |
| Lees Brook Community School MORLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,018 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 | 97.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.6% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.96 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.