Hardwick Avenue is in Allestree, Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE22 2LL is located in the Allestree electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hardwick Avenue, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE22 2JL, DE22 2LE, DE22 2JJ, DE22 2LP, DE22 2LF, DE22 2LG, DE22 2LJ, DE22 2SY, DE22 2LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE22 2LL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 48.5% | 49.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.5% | 50.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DE22 2LL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 16.4% | 25.4% | 9.0% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68% | 57.6% | -10.4% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 5.4% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 8% | 10.3% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 45.6% | 39.1% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 40.5% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 16.4% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 4% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
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 DE22 2LL this area, 9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 9% | -8.3% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 10.4% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 14% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 5.9% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 20.8% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 38% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 4.2% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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 | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 94.1% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 88.4% 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 | 95.6% | 88.4% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 6.5% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 88% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 8.7% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hardwick Avenue was 43.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.4% higher than the Allestree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hardwick Avenue has the 13th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Allestree and the 213th lowest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.0%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Hardwick Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-10-06 | £319,173 |
| 36 Hardwick Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £191,250 | 2020-02-21 | £241,819 |
| 16 Hardwick Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2017-12-01 | £444,553 |
| 16 Hardwick Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2016-09-09 | £282,575 |
| 14 Hardwick Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2016-06-30 | £344,777 |
DE22 2LL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE22 2LL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,824 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Community Nursery School 43 Nuns Street , DE1 3LR | 3out of 4 | 3,202 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 3,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 5,135 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portway Junior School Robincroft Road , Allestree DE22 2GL | 3out of 4 | 781 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portway Infant School Woodlands Road , Allestree DE22 2HE | 3out of 4 | 820 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawn Primary School Norbury Close , Allestree DE22 2QR | - not rated | 1,235 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Curzon CofE Primary School Church Road , Quarndon DE22 5JA | 3out of 4 | 1,648 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walter Evans Church of England Aided Primary School Darley Abbey Drive , Darley Abbey DE22 1EF | 3out of 4 | 1,753 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allestree Woodlands School Blenheim Drive , Allestree DE22 2LW | 2out of 4 | 380 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Duffield Road , Darley Abbey DE22 1JD | 3out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Landau Forte College Fox Street , DE1 2LF | 4out of 4 | 3,668 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Cathedral School Great Northern Road , DE1 1LR | - not rated | 3,691 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Da Vinci Academy St Andrew's View , Breadsall DE21 4ET | 2out of 4 | 4,214 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 5,221 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 | 4,226 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Derby Kedleston Road , DE22 1GB | - not rated | 1,680 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Vicarage School 11 Church Lane , Darley Abbey DE22 1EW | - not rated | 1,783 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton's Walk 56 Cedar Street , DE22 1GE | 3out of 4 | 2,208 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal School for the Deaf Derby Ashbourne Road , DE22 3BH | 3out of 4 | 2,746 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel School (Derby) Limited Juniper Lodge , 43 Kedleston Road DE22 1FP | - not rated | 2,875 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | 6 Park Farm Centre, Park Farm Drive | 919 yd | |
| Subway | 7 Park Farm Centre, Park Farm Drive | 943 yd | |
| Nutrition Angel | 26 Park Farm Centre, Park Farm Drive | 958 yd | |
| The Lemon Tree | 43 Park Farm Centre, Park Farm Drive | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Hotel | Blenheim Drive | 200 yd | |
| Bar 189 | 189 Blenheim Drive | 601 yd | |
| The Markeaton | 434 Kedleston Road | 761 yd | |
| Peacock Lounge | 10 Park Farm Centre, Park Farm Drive | 933 yd | |
| The Pot Hole | 17 Park Farm Centre, Park Farm Drive | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allestree Fish Bar | 5 Blenheim Parade | 522 yd | |
| The Chow House | 2 Blenheim Parade | 546 yd | |
| Happy Choice | 4b Park Farm Centre, Park Farm Drive | 911 yd | |
| Georges Tradition | 8 Park Farm Centre | 944 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit E2 Park Farm Centre | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 9 Blenheim Parade | 522 yd | |
| Co-operative | 187 Blenheim Drive | 594 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 27 Park Farm Centre | 944 yd | |
| Co-operative | 49 Park Farm Centre | 944 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative Society | 432 Kedleston Road | 1,039 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodlands School BLENHEIM DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 384 yd |
| Portway Junior School ROBINCROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Choices Health Clubs (Allestree) PARK FARM CENTRE PARK FARM CENTRE PARK FARM DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 928 yd |
| Woodlands Tennis Club KEDLESTON ROAD | tennis courts | 952 yd |
| Allestree Rec ROBINCROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 140.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.43 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.