Sancroft Road is in Spondon, Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE21 7EW is located in the Spondon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sancroft Road, Spondon, Derby, DE21 7EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE21 7EY, DE21 7EL, DE21 7EJ, DE21 7EU, DE21 7DQ, DE21 7EH, DE21 7DJ, DE21 7EF, DE21 7RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE21 7EW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.2% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50% | 49.8% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 26.3% | 28.3% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.6% | 49.1% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 8.5% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 13.2% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 7.1% |
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 | 41.2% | 46% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 34% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 13.6% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.8% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 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 | 23.3% | 17.8% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 10.8% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 9.4% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.8% | 14.1% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 8.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 19.7% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.9% | 24.9% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.3% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.1% | 97.6% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98.5% | 97.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.2% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sancroft Road was 24.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.7% lower than the Spondon average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Sancroft Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Spondon and the 108th lowest crime rate of 749 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Sancroft Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-10-07 | £254,980 |
| 23 Sancroft Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2015-07-09 | £263,496 |
| 7 Sancroft Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2014-07-30 | £197,396 |
| 25 Sancroft Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,950 | 2003-06-27 | £242,059 |
| 11 Sancroft Road, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2003-06-16 | £311,201 |
DE21 7EW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 7EW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borrow Wood Primary School Arundel Drive , Spondon DE21 7QW | - not rated | 432 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Borrow Wood Primary School Arundel Drive , Spondon DE21 7QW | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Borrow Wood Infant School Arundel Drive , Spondon DE21 7QW | - not rated | 432 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Asterdale Primary School Borrowash Road , Spondon DE21 7PH | - not rated | 1,291 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Asterdale Primary School Borrowash Road , Spondon DE21 7PH | 2out of 4 | 1,291 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Park School West Road , Spondon DE21 7BT | 3out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Park School West Road , Spondon DE21 7BT | - not rated | 1,433 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Academy Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 3out of 4 | 2,416 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | - not rated | 2,416 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community Sports College Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | - not rated | 2,416 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Tertiary College, Wilmorton London Road , Wilmorton DE24 8UG | - not rated | 4,327 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broomfield College Morley , DE7 6DN | - not rated | 4,571 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby College The Roundhouse , Roundhouse Road DE24 8JE | - not rated | 4,944 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ockbrook School The Settlement , Ockbrook DE72 3RJ | - not rated | 1,436 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley Hall Preparatory School Hill House , Morley Road DE21 4QZ | - not rated | 2,648 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hopwell School Ockbrook , DE72 3RW | - not rated | 3,454 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gateway Nursery School Henley House, Lows Lane , Stanton by Dale DE7 4PP | - not rated | 4,082 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Pride Academy 20 Orient Way , Pride Park DE24 8BY | 4out of 4 | 4,475 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cake Club | 7 Chapel Side, Chapel Street | 867 yd | |
| The Clock Bistro | 17-19 Chapel Side, Chapel Street | 873 yd | |
| Sizzling Pig Cafe | 79c Sitwell Street | 926 yd | |
| Empire Spondon Ltd | 40-42 Chapel Street | 935 yd | |
| Just One More | 95 Sitwell Street | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spondon Liberal Club | Moor Street | 753 yd | |
| The White Swan | White Swan Inn, 2 Moor Street | 820 yd | |
| Spondon Conservative Club | Spondon Village Club, 13 Chapel Street | 851 yd | |
| The Hoptimist | 91 Sitwell Street | 885 yd | |
| Spondon Cricket Club | The Hsg Oval, 144 Locko Road | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shalis | 121 Dale Road | 186 yd | |
| Oriental Inn | Premises, 119 Dale Road | 227 yd | |
| Peking House | 5 Chapel Side | 867 yd | |
| Sitwell Fish Bar | Shop, 74 Sitwell Street | 891 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 79b Sitwell Street | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 68-70 Sitwell Street | 951 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dale Road Park DALE ROAD | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Brunswood Recreation Ground 35B 35B BROCKLEY | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| Spondon Cricket Club SPONDON CRICKET CLUB SPONDON CRICKET CLUB LOCKO ROAD | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.