Stonesby Close is in Oakwood, Derby and in Derby district. DE21 2EB 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 Stonesby Close, Oakwood, Derby, DE21 2EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE21 2NQ, DE21 2DY, DE21 4TF, DE21 2EA, DE21 2JN, DE21 2JT, DE21 2JU, DE21 2JL, DE21 4FZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE21 2EB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 45.9% | 49.7% | 3.8% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 54.1% | 50.3% | -3.8% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DE21 2EB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% 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 | 25.8% | 27.1% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.5% | 59.1% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 8.9% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 1.2% | 3.2% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.1% | 45.8% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 40.2% | 8.7% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 10.8% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.4% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
In the area around DE21 2EB this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.3% | 8.9% | 2.6% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 8.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 15.9% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 7.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 19.9% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.1% | 38.6% | 1.5% | 33.8% | 4.8% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.7% | 93% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
In this area, 93% 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% | 93% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 93% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stonesby Close was 10.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.8% lower than the Oakwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stonesby Close has the lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Oakwood and the 26th lowest crime rate of 749 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Stonesby Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £353,500 | 2025-05-23 | £352,445 |
| 10 Stonesby Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2022-12-16 | £370,370 |
| 5 Stonesby Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £288,500 | 2019-05-10 | £366,849 |
| 14 Stonesby Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2018-05-09 | £363,522 |
| 9 Stonesby Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2017-11-27 | £294,706 |
DE21 2EB 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Nursery School Copeland Street , DE1 2PU | - not rated | 3,907 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Community Nursery School 43 Nuns Street , DE1 3LR | 3out of 4 | 4,115 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 4,271 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Nursery School Sidney Street , DE1 2TU | - not rated | 4,649 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 4,872 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 | 548 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Hill Top Primary School St Andrew's View , DE21 4ET | 3out of 4 | 738 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Hill Top Primary School St Andrew's View , DE21 4ET | - not rated | 738 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Hill Top Infant & Nursery School St Andrew's View , DE21 4ET | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall CofE VC Primary School 51 Brookside Road , DE21 5LF | 3out of 4 | 1,289 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Da Vinci Community School St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | - not rated | 868 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Da Vinci Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High View School and Technology Centre St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | - not rated | 889 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Academy Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 3out of 4 | 1,842 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | - not rated | 1,842 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield College Morley , DE7 6DN | - not rated | 1,518 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby College The Roundhouse , Roundhouse Road DE24 8JE | - not rated | 3,868 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Tertiary College, Wilmorton London Road , Wilmorton DE24 8UG | - not rated | 4,848 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferriby School Brookside Road , Breadsall DE21 5LF | - not rated | 967 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall Hilltop DE21 4EW | 3out of 4 | 982 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School St Andrew's View , Breadsall Hilltop DE21 4EW | - not rated | 982 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| KS4 Support Centre Cbss , Brookside Road DE21 5LF | - not rated | 1,110 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Support Centre Care of Behaviour Support Service , Brookside Road DE21 5LF | - not rated | 1,110 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | 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 | 630 yd | |
| St Philip’s Community Cafe | St Philips Church, Taddington Road | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windmill Inn | Mansfield Road | 546 yd | |
| Breadsall Cricket Club | Brookside Road | 647 yd | |
| The Oak and Acorn | Danebridge Crescent | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Chef | 76 Vestry Road | 538 yd | |
| #Spice | 74 Vestry Road | 585 yd | |
| Oakwood Fish Bar | Unit 6, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 665 yd | |
| Peony House | 7 Oakwood District Centre | 673 yd | |
| Fish & Chips @ Pizza Village | 10 Mercaston Road | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Unit 1, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 680 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Park Springwood Drive | grass pitches | 629 yd |
| Springwood Leisure Centre Springwood Drive | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 640 yd |
| Da Vinci Academy St. Andrews View | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Rainbow Park FIELDSWAY DRIVE | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| Breadsall Memorial Hall And Playing Fields Brookside Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,057 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 | 37.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 44.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 44.1 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.15 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.