Alfreton Road is in Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE21 4AA is located in the Darley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby North. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alfreton Road, Derby, DE21 4AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE21 4TR, DE21 4AY, DE21 4TQ, DE1 3RZ, DE21 4AE, DE21 4BF, DE21 4SZ, DE1 3RF, DE1 3SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE21 4AA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 46.7% | 48.6% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 53.3% | 51.4% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 4AA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 64.8% 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 | 63.1% | 64.8% | 1.7% | 37.9% | 26.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 11.2% | 11.9% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -32.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 6% | 3.1% | -2.9% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 13.7% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 41.7% | 41.2% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 34.5% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 17.6% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.1% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 19.7% | 18.1% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 8.8% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 11.5% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 17.6% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.5% | 41% | -4.5% | 33.8% | 7.2% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 92.1% | 91.3% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 90.1% | 91.8% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 5.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 91.4% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 0.4% | -3.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.5% | 37.2% | 26.3% |
| Christian | 27.8% | 46.2% | -18.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alfreton Road was 429.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 199.2% higher than the Darley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alfreton Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Darley and the 32nd highest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 233.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.5%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Alfreton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2022-07-28 | £267,126 |
| 2 Alfreton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Terraced, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2021-10-01 | £170,331 |
| 6 Alfreton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-04-16 | £145,680 |
| 14 Alfreton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-03-31 | £162,219 |
| Severn House, 18 Alfreton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-03-16 | £356,577 |
DE21 4AA 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 | 114 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Community Nursery School 43 Nuns Street , DE1 3LR | 3out of 4 | 1,445 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,175 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 3,298 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 3,980 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Mansfield Road , St James House DE1 3TQ | 3out of 4 | 904 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaufort Community Primary School Hampshire Road , DE21 6BT | 3out of 4 | 908 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School Darley Abbey Drive , Darley Abbey DE22 1EF | 3out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derwent Primary School St Mark's Road , DE21 6AL | 2out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Markeaton Primary School Bromley Street , DE22 1HL | 3out of 4 | 1,470 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landau Forte College Fox Street , DE1 2LF | 4out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Duffield Road , Darley Abbey DE22 1JD | 3out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Da Vinci Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | 2out of 4 | 1,929 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Cathedral School Great Northern Road , DE1 1LR | - not rated | 2,292 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Derby Pride Park Locomotive Way , DE24 8PU | - not rated | 2,917 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 | 2,522 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bemrose School Uttoxeter New Road , DE22 3HU | 3out of 4 | 3,183 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Giles' Spencer Academy Hampshire Road , Chaddesden DE21 6BT | - not rated | 958 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel School (Derby) Limited Juniper Lodge , 43 Kedleston Road DE22 1FP | - not rated | 1,225 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Vicarage School 11 Church Lane , Darley Abbey DE22 1EW | - not rated | 1,429 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton's Walk 56 Cedar Street , DE22 1GE | 3out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsmead School Bridge Street , DE1 3LB | 3out of 4 | 1,556 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunchd | Unit 10, Parker Industrial Estate | 326 yd | |
| Rollerworld | Mansfield Road | 540 yd | |
| Slice of India | Mansfield Road | 540 yd | |
| Taste Buds @ Barron McCann | Meteor Centre, Mansfield Road | 749 yd | |
| Costa | Odeon Cinema, Meteor Centre, Mansfield Road | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Chester Ale House | 4a Chester Green Road | 436 yd | |
| Cueball | Mansfield Road | 540 yd | |
| The Paddock | 391 Mansfield Road | 540 yd | |
| The Paper Mill | Darley Street | 837 yd | |
| Darley Abbey Wines Ltd | Stables Block, Darley Abbey Mills, Haslams Lane | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crumbs on the Green | 6 Chester Green Road | 436 yd | |
| Evergreen Garden | Shop, 138 Mansfield Road | 538 yd | |
| KFC | Meteor Centre, Mansfield Road | 749 yd | |
| Chester green fish bar | Unit B, 2 City Road | 870 yd | |
| Dessert Project | Unit A1, 2 City Road | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Wheatcroft Way | 473 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Darley Playing Field CENTURIAN WALK | grass pitches, tennis courts | 244 yd |
| Chester Green CHESTER GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 585 yd |
| Parkers Piece Playing Fields City Road | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Splash Fit Inspire Fitness Academy PERKINS WAY PERKINS WAY MANSFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 618 yd |
| Darley Abbey Cricket Club (Riverside Meadows) DARLEY ABBEY CRICKET GROUND DARLEY ABBEY CRICKET GROUND DARLEY STREET | grass pitches | 682 yd |
| Derby Rfc (Haslams) DERBY RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB DERBY RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB HASLAMS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Racecourse Playing Fields Off St. Marks Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Stripes Fitness (Closed) St. Thomas House St. Thomas House Mansfield Road | health and fitness suite | 864 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.