Porlock Court is in Oakwood, Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE21 2PG 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 Porlock Court, Oakwood, Derby, DE21 2PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE21 2PA, DE21 2PQ, DE21 2UD, DE21 2UB, DE21 2PF, DE21 2EF, DE21 2JW, DE21 2JS, DE21 2JH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE21 2PG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.7% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.3% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 DE21 2PG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% 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 | 43.4% | 43.5% | 0.1% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 36.6% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.8% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 8.5% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 52.1% | 52.1% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 30.9% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 13.9% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 14.2% | 14.2% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 8.5% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 17% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 20.2% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.1% | 33.2% | -4.9% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 4% | 1.6% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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 | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| White | 92.7% | 92.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 91.6% | 91.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 6.3% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 91.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0.7% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.9% | 37.2% | 18.7% |
| Christian | 35.4% | 46.2% | -10.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Porlock Court was 67.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.2% higher than the Oakwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Porlock Court has the 6th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Oakwood and the 331st lowest crime rate of 749 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.6%.

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 Porlock Court, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-10-11 | £270,949 |
| 1 Porlock Court, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £91,950 | 2001-09-26 | £292,489 |
DE21 2PG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 113 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Nursery School Copeland Street , DE1 2PU | - not rated | 3,891 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Community Nursery School 43 Nuns Street , DE1 3LR | 3out of 4 | 4,250 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 4,442 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Nursery School Sidney Street , DE1 2TU | - not rated | 4,578 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 5,008 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 | 275 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Hill Top Primary School St Andrew's View , DE21 4ET | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Hill Top Primary School St Andrew's View , DE21 4ET | - not rated | 922 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Close Infant School Wood Road , Chaddesden DE21 4LY | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Hill Top Infant & Nursery School St Andrew's View , DE21 4ET | - not rated | 1,137 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High View School and Technology Centre St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | - not rated | 959 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Da Vinci Community School St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | - not rated | 1,024 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Da Vinci Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | 3out of 4 | 1,024 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Academy Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 3out of 4 | 1,447 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | - not rated | 1,447 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 | 1,621 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby College The Roundhouse , Roundhouse Road DE24 8JE | - not rated | 3,780 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Tertiary College, Wilmorton London Road , Wilmorton DE24 8UG | - not rated | 4,628 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morley Hall Preparatory School Hill House , Morley Road DE21 4QZ | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall Hilltop DE21 4EW | 3out of 4 | 1,240 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School St Andrew's View , Breadsall Hilltop DE21 4EW | - not rated | 1,240 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ferriby School Brookside Road , Breadsall DE21 5LF | - not rated | 1,357 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| KS4 Support Centre Cbss , Brookside Road DE21 5LF | - not rated | 1,515 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 | 291 yd | |
| St Philip’s Community Cafe | St Philips Church, Taddington Road | 967 yd | |
| Derby County Football Club | Moor Farm Training Centre, Morley Road | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak and Acorn | Danebridge Crescent | 293 yd | |
| Windmill Inn | Mansfield Road | 954 yd | |
| Breadsall Cricket Club | Brookside Road | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Fish Bar | Unit 6, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 285 yd | |
| Peony House | 7 Oakwood District Centre | 293 yd | |
| Fish & Chips @ Pizza Village | 10 Mercaston Road | 832 yd | |
| Lucky House | 14 Mercaston Road | 870 yd | |
| Oakwood Chef | 76 Vestry Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Unit 1, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 299 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative Society | Wollaton Road | 1,077 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Springwood Leisure Centre Springwood Drive | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 233 yd |
| Oakwood Park Springwood Drive | grass pitches | 291 yd |
| Da Vinci Academy St. Andrews View | grass pitches | 957 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 25.0% |
| 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.