Wollaton Road is in Chaddesden, Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE21 4HW is located in the Chaddesden North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby North. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wollaton Road, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 4HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE21 4HU, DE21 4HY, DE21 4HT, DE21 4JU, DE21 4JL, DE21 4HS, DE21 4LD, DE21 4HR, DE21 4HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE21 4HW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 48.3% | 48.2% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 51.7% | 51.8% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 4HW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48% 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 | 41.8% | 48% | 6.2% | 37.9% | 10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.2% | 32% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -12.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 0.4% | -3.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 14.4% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 5.2% | -5.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.3% | 42% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 31% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 16.6% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 8% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.1% | 19.8% | -14.3% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 14.6% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 18.2% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 17.4% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 21.7% | 12.1% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 2.5% | 0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 92.4% | 91.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 94.5% | 90.2% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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 | 93.9% | 89.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.1% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.9% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.1% | 76.7% | -9.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 25% | 13.5% | 11.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.3% | 37.2% | 17.1% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wollaton Road was 342.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 145.3% higher than the Chaddesden East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wollaton Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Chaddesden East and the 54th highest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 231.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Wollaton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £183,500 | 2023-08-31 | £191,398 |
| 56 Wollaton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2019-08-23 | £135,221 |
| 46 Wollaton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-06-07 | £248,095 |
| 50 Wollaton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,950 | 2017-06-14 | £210,895 |
| 56 Wollaton Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2015-06-05 | £170,565 |
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 3,422 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 3,659 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 4,173 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 4,626 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 4,934 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roe Farm Primary School Worcester Crescent , Chaddesden DE21 4HG | 2out of 4 | 584 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Hill Top Primary School St Andrew's View , DE21 4ET | 1out of 4 | 654 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Close Infant School Wood Road , Chaddesden DE21 4LY | 3out of 4 | 948 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Close Junior Academy Deborah Drive , Chaddesden DE21 4RJ | 1out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkview Primary School Springwood Drive , Oakwood DE21 2RQ | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Da Vinci Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | 2out of 4 | 611 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 2out of 4 | 1,448 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landau Forte College Fox Street , DE1 2LF | 4out of 4 | 2,621 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Park School West Road , Spondon DE21 7BT | 3out of 4 | 2,881 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Derby Pride Park Locomotive Way , DE24 8PU | - not rated | 3,171 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 | 2,855 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 | 5,043 yd | Foundation school | Yes | 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 | 950 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles' Spencer Academy Hampshire Road , Chaddesden DE21 6BT | - not rated | 1,315 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuition Services Co Brookside School Brookside Road , Breadsall DE21 5LF | - not rated | 1,893 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Old Vicarage School 11 Church Lane , Darley Abbey DE22 1EW | - not rated | 2,976 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Pride Academy 20 Orient Way , Pride Park DE24 8BY | 4out of 4 | 3,330 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Philip’s Community Cafe | St Philips Church, Taddington Road | 212 yd | |
| Katherine's Gifts and Coffee Bar | 159 Chaddesden Lane | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak and Acorn | Danebridge Crescent | 741 yd | |
| Chaddesden Jubilee Club | 155 Chaddesden Lane | 970 yd | |
| Wilmot Arms | Wilmot Arms, 2 Morley Road | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 14 Mercaston Road | 36 yd | |
| Fish & Chips @ Pizza Village | 10 Mercaston Road | 74 yd | |
| Peony House | 7 Oakwood District Centre | 741 yd | |
| Oakwood Fish Bar | Unit 6, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 742 yd | |
| Sussex Circus Fish Bar | 41 Sussex Circus | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative Society | Wollaton Road | 216 yd | |
| Co-operative | Unit 1, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 740 yd | |
| Co-operative | 43 Sussex Circus | 789 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit 1, The Blue Boy, Wiltshire Road | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Da Vinci Academy St. Andrews View | grass pitches | 515 yd |
| Springwood Leisure Centre Springwood Drive | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 920 yd |
| Rainbow Park FIELDSWAY DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,007 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 111.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.