Dorset Street is in Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE21 6BE is located in the Chaddesden West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby North. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dorset Street, Derby, DE21 6BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE21 6DU, DE21 6BD, DE21 6BH, DE21 6DS, DE21 6BG, DE21 6AY, DE21 6AX, DE21 6DT, DE21 6AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE21 6BE 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 | 50.9% | 48.6% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.1% | 51.4% | 2.3% | 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 6BE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 61.1% 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 | 55.3% | 61.1% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 23.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.1% | 30.5% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 5.1% | -5.1% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 | 46.3% | 51% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 31.6% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 12.2% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 3% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 6BE this area, 29.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.2% | 29.5% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 10.5% | -9.2% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 15.6% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 15.3% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.7% | 21.1% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.5% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 89.9% | 86.9% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 5.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.3% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 83.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 83.9% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 9.8% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 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 | 87.1% | 83.7% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 11.3% | 10.4% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 0.5% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0.3% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.3% | 76.7% | -20.4% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.5% | 1.5% | 3.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.7% | 13.5% | 19.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.9% | 37.2% | 18.7% |
| Christian | 34.6% | 46.2% | -11.6% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dorset Street was 163.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.2% higher than the Chaddesden East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dorset Street has the 22nd highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Chaddesden East and the 168th highest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 87.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Dorset Street, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2024-03-04 | £121,412 |
| 23 Dorset Street, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2022-04-14 | £142,688 |
| 35 Dorset Street, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,500 | 2022-02-18 | £164,415 |
| 16 Dorset Street, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-09-16 | £161,430 |
| 51 Dorset Street, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-04-16 | £149,652 |
The percentage of student residents living in DE21 6BE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Community Nursery School 43 Nuns Street , DE1 3LR | 3out of 4 | 2,068 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,400 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,778 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 3,096 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 3,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derwent Primary School St Mark's Road , DE21 6AL | 2out of 4 | 118 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaufort Community Primary School Hampshire Road , DE21 6BT | 3out of 4 | 960 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roe Farm Primary School Worcester Crescent , Chaddesden DE21 4HG | 2out of 4 | 1,124 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Mansfield Road , St James House DE1 3TQ | 3out of 4 | 1,128 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Voluntary Academy Newstead Avenue , Chaddesden DE21 6NU | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,185 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Da Vinci Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | 2out of 4 | 1,653 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Derby Pride Park Locomotive Way , DE24 8PU | - not rated | 1,873 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 2out of 4 | 2,564 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Duffield Road , Darley Abbey DE22 1JD | 3out of 4 | 2,711 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 | 1,494 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 | 3,562 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 | 1,132 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall Hilltop DE21 4EW | 3out of 4 | 1,774 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel School (Derby) Limited Juniper Lodge , 43 Kedleston Road DE22 1FP | - not rated | 2,089 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kingsmead School Bridge Street , DE1 3LB | 3out of 4 | 2,164 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsmead School Bridge Street , DE1 3LB | 3out of 4 | 2,164 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bread and Butter Cafe | 12-14 Cornwall Road | 372 yd | |
| Climbing Unit | Unit 5, Masons Place Business Park, Nottingham Road | 505 yd | |
| Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing | The County Ground, Nottingham Road | 582 yd | |
| The Base | 19 Enterprise Way | 795 yd | |
| Chill@chives | 121 Nottingham Road | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lace Club Limited | 170 Nottingham Road | 433 yd | |
| Chaddesden Park Social Club | 389/391 Nottingham Road | 935 yd | |
| The Tavern | 123 Nottingham Road | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaufort Fish Bar | 211 Nottingham Road | 361 yd | |
| QQ Takeaway | 113 Wiltshire Road | 411 yd | |
| Sing Sing Jan | 107 Wiltshire Road | 420 yd | |
| First Choice | 101 Wiltshire Road | 425 yd | |
| The Modern | 84 Wiltshire Road | 471 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | Unit 1, The Blue Boy, Wiltshire Road | 466 yd | |
| Co-operative | 43 Sussex Circus | 767 yd | |
| Morrisons | Wheatcroft Way | 961 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Gateway Centre (Closed) Grandstand Road | health and fitness suite | 354 yd |
| Nuffield Health Derby Fitness & Wellbeing Gym THE COUNTY GROUND THE COUNTY GROUND NOTTINGHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 555 yd |
| Racecourse Playing Fields Off St. Marks Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Crossfit Deviant CRANMER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 861 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 | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 147.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.