Vicarage Drive is in Chaddesden, Derby and in Derby district. DE21 6LR is located in the Chaddesden East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby North. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vicarage Drive, Chaddesden, Derby, DE21 6LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE21 6LJ, DE21 6LW, DE21 4QT, DE21 6LA, DE21 6LB, DE21 4LU, DE21 6LS, DE21 6LL, DE21 4NG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE21 6LR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 52.9% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 49.1% | 47.1% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DE21 6LR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.3% | 19% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 54.8% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 8.9% | 3.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 14.3% | 14.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 25.9% | 26.8% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -21.6% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 40.8% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 28.7% | 18% | -10.7% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 11% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 7.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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.
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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.5% | 26.6% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 12.9% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 9.7% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 11.3% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 15.3% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 20.6% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 7.1% | 3.6% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.3% | 93.8% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.6% | 96.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 96.3% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.4% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vicarage Drive was 190.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.5% higher than the Chaddesden East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vicarage Drive has the 18th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Chaddesden East and the 137th highest crime rate of 749 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Vicarage Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-09-27 | £222,118 |
| 7 Vicarage Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £255,100 | 2022-11-04 | £257,153 |
| 23 Vicarage Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-09-22 | £245,138 |
| 12 Vicarage Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Other, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-12-10 | £237,219 |
| 4 Vicarage Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2021-09-03 | £215,514 |
DE21 6LR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE21 6LR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Nursery School Copeland Street , DE1 2PU | - not rated | 2,941 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Nursery School Sidney Street , DE1 2TU | - not rated | 3,375 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Community Nursery School 43 Nuns Street , DE1 3LR | 3out of 4 | 3,883 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 4,212 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 4,579 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaddesden Park Junior School Tennessee Road , Chaddesden DE21 6LF | - not rated | 540 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaddesden Park Primary School Tennessee Road , Chaddesden DE21 6LF | - not rated | 540 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaddesden Park Primary School Carson Road , Chaddesden DE21 6JW | 2out of 4 | 557 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Primary School, Chaddesden, Derby Newstead Avenue , Chaddesden DE21 6NU | - not rated | 576 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic Voluntary Academy Newstead Avenue , Chaddesden DE21 6NU | 3out of 4 | 576 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lees Brook Academy Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 3out of 4 | 835 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | - not rated | 835 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community Sports College Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | - not rated | 835 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High View School and Technology Centre St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | - not rated | 1,567 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Park School West Road , Spondon DE21 7BT | 3out of 4 | 1,754 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,574 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Tertiary College, Wilmorton London Road , Wilmorton DE24 8UG | - not rated | 3,015 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomfield College Morley , DE7 6DN | - not rated | 3,244 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 | 5,292 yd | Foundation school | Yes | 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 | 1,331 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall Hilltop DE21 4EW | 3out of 4 | 2,108 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's School St Andrew's View , Breadsall Hilltop DE21 4EW | - not rated | 2,108 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles' Spencer Academy Hampshire Road , Chaddesden DE21 6BT | 4out of 4 | 2,243 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Giles' School Hampshire Road , Chaddesden DE21 6BT | - not rated | 2,243 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Katherine's Gifts and Coffee Bar | 159 Chaddesden Lane | 74 yd | |
| Chaddesden Park Cafe | Chaddesden Park Cafe, Chaddesden Park, Chaddesden Lane | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmot Arms | Wilmot Arms, 2 Morley Road | 84 yd | |
| Chaddesden Jubilee Club | 155 Chaddesden Lane | 130 yd | |
| The Toby Carvery | Nottingham Road | 797 yd | |
| The Hoppy Place | 488 Nottingham Road | 869 yd | |
| Chaddesden Park Social Club | 389/391 Nottingham Road | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Champions Kitchen | 157 Chaddesden Lane | 122 yd | |
| Wood Road Fish Bar | 37 Wood Road | 325 yd | |
| Mings Court | 43 Wood Road | 325 yd | |
| 3 Chefs Fish Bar | 47 Roosevelt Avenue | 761 yd | |
| Papa John's | 509 Nottingham Road | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Supermarket, Nottingham Road | 800 yd | |
| Lidl UK Gmbh | Nottingham Road | 812 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative Society | Wollaton Road | 872 yd | |
| Iceland | 490-492 Nottingham Road | 881 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chaddesden Park Pf CHADDESDEN LANE | cycling, grass pitches | 528 yd |
| Chaddesden Park Primary School CARSON ROAD | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Lees Brook Community School MORLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 764 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 165.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.