Brailsford Road is in Chaddesden, Derby and in Derby district. DE21 4JB 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 Brailsford Road, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 4JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE21 4JD, DE21 4HL, DE21 4HJ, DE21 4JW, DE21 4LG, DE21 4HZ, DE21 4JX, DE21 4HY, DE21 4JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE21 4JB has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52% | 50% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48% | 50% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 30.7% | 40.7% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 43.6% | -11.0% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.7% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 4% | 2.1% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.7%) 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 | 47.6% | 47.7% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 38% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10.1% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 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 | 19.1% | 10.3% | -8.8% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 10.7% | -8.0% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 19.3% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 10.3% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 20.6% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 24.3% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 5.2% | 4.5% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 95% | 94.8% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 93.4% | 91.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 5.5% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 91.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.8% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.1% | 37.2% | 9.9% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 10.1% | 6.0% | 4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brailsford Road was 13.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.6% lower than the Chaddesden East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brailsford Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Chaddesden East and the 40th lowest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Brailsford Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-01-21 | £209,385 |
| 2 Brailsford Road, Derby, City Of Derby Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-10-21 | £208,072 |
| 2 Brailsford Road, Derby, City Of Derby Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-07-18 | £195,810 |
| 1 Brailsford Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2017-12-15 | £211,523 |
| 4 Brailsford Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2014-05-23 | £208,067 |
DE21 4JB 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 3,432 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 3,954 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 4,455 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 4,796 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 | 352 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Breadsall Hill Top Primary School St Andrew's View , DE21 4ET | 1out of 4 | 585 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaufort Community Primary School Hampshire Road , DE21 6BT | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Close Infant School Wood Road , Chaddesden DE21 4LY | 3out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Close Junior Academy Deborah Drive , Chaddesden DE21 4RJ | 1out of 4 | 1,308 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 499 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 2out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landau Forte College Fox Street , DE1 2LF | 4out of 4 | 2,413 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Park School West Road , Spondon DE21 7BT | 3out of 4 | 3,047 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Duffield Road , Darley Abbey DE22 1JD | 3out of 4 | 3,065 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,739 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 | 4,836 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 | 816 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles' Spencer Academy Hampshire Road , Chaddesden DE21 6BT | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuition Services Co Brookside School Brookside Road , Breadsall DE21 5LF | - not rated | 1,862 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Old Vicarage School 11 Church Lane , Darley Abbey DE22 1EW | - not rated | 2,771 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel School (Derby) Limited Juniper Lodge , 43 Kedleston Road DE22 1FP | - not rated | 3,110 yd | Other independent school | Yes | 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 | 93 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak and Acorn | Danebridge Crescent | 934 yd | |
| Chaddesden Jubilee Club | 155 Chaddesden Lane | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky House | 14 Mercaston Road | 261 yd | |
| Fish & Chips @ Pizza Village | 10 Mercaston Road | 276 yd | |
| Sussex Circus Fish Bar | 41 Sussex Circus | 597 yd | |
| Masala Nights | 168-170 Mayfield Road | 646 yd | |
| Oakwood Fish Bar | Unit 6, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative Society | Wollaton Road | 338 yd | |
| Co-operative | 43 Sussex Circus | 597 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Unit 1, The Blue Boy, Wiltshire Road | 908 yd | |
| Co-operative | Unit 1, Oakwood District Centre, Danebridge Crescent | 933 yd | |
| Co-operative | 10 Scarborough Rise | 1,022 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Da Vinci Academy St. Andrews View | grass pitches | 386 yd |
| Rainbow Park FIELDSWAY DRIVE | grass pitches | 875 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 | 113.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.