Bedford Street is in Derby and in Derby district. DE22 3PE is located in the Abbey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby North. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bedford Street, Derby, DE22 3PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE22 3LA, DE22 3LB, DE22 3PQ, DE22 3PF, DE22 3PL, DE22 3PJ, DE22 3PD, DE22 3PW, DE22 3PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE22 3PE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 48.8% | 49.7% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 51.2% | 50.3% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 DE22 3PE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.3% 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 | 55.9% | 48.3% | -7.6% | 37.9% | 10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.3% | 36.5% | 13.2% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.5% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 8% | -4.2% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 45.9% | 43.4% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 38% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 13.8% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 18.8% | 23.2% | 4.4% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 9.5% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 11.8% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.6% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18% | 13.3% | -4.7% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 32.7% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 4.9% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 6.3% | 6.0% | 3.1% | 3.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 89.8% | 73.2% | -16.6% | 81.4% | -8.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 67.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 67.7% | -23.1% | 83.2% | -15.5% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 15.9% | 11.3% | 6.1% | 9.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 3.9% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 7.8% | 5.8% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| 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 | 89.8% | 67.9% | -21.9% | 83.2% | -15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 9.9% | 8.2% | 9.8% | 0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 6% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 12.6% | 8.3% | 2.2% | 10.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.1% | 76.7% | -25.6% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 7.2% | 0.9% | 6.3% |
| Other EU countries | 7.2% | 1.5% | 5.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| South-East Asia | 3.6% | 0.2% | 3.4% |
| Central and South America | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 7.8% | 6.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bedford Street was 168.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.6% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bedford Street has the 44th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Abbey and the 166th highest crime rate of 749 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Bedford Street, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-12-08 | £203,408 |
| 98 Bedford Street, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2025-11-25 | £94,446 |
| 87 Bedford Street, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2024-08-30 | £168,158 |
| 102 Bedford Street, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-10-06 | £240,276 |
| 108 Bedford Street, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-12-22 | £136,115 |
DE22 3PE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 126 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Community Nursery School 43 Nuns Street , DE1 3LR | 3out of 4 | 1,761 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 1,878 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , Normanton DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 1,881 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary School and Nursery St Albans Road , DE22 3HH | 3out of 4 | 300 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Aided Primary School and Nursery St Albans Road , DE22 3HH | - not rated | 300 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Firs Primary School Raven Street , DE22 3WA | 3out of 4 | 496 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Firs Estate Primary School Raven Street , DE22 3WA | - not rated | 496 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Becket Primary School Monk Street , DE22 3QB | 3out of 4 | 966 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Cathedral School Great Northern Road , DE1 1LR | 3out of 4 | 928 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Village Community School Village Street , Old Normanton DE23 8DF | - not rated | 2,176 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landau Forte College Fox Street , DE1 2LF | 4out of 4 | 2,326 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Murray Park Community School Murray Road , Mickleover DE3 9LL | 3out of 4 | 2,491 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Moor Community Sports College Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mackworth College, Derby Prince Charles Avenue , Mackworth DE22 4LR | - not rated | 2,280 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby College The Roundhouse , Roundhouse Road DE24 8JE | - not rated | 2,730 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Tertiary College, Wilmorton London Road , Wilmorton DE24 8UG | - not rated | 4,005 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 | 383 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Montessori School 296 Uttoxeter New Road , DE22 3LN | - not rated | 467 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jasmine Hall School 51 Ashbourne Road , Derby DE22 3FS | - not rated | 1,357 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Friar Gate House School 65 Friar Gate , DE1 1JD | - not rated | 1,406 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Secret Garden 40 Ashbourne Road , DE22 3AD | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly House 107 Radbourne Street , DE22 3BW | - not rated | 1,476 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bramblebrook Cafe | Bramblebrook Community Centre, Stockbrook Street | 330 yd | |
| Balti International | 266-268 Uttoxeter New Road | 469 yd | |
| Costa | Unit P1, Kingsway Retail Park, Kingsway | 866 yd | |
| Corner Cafe | 109 Woods Lane | 899 yd | |
| Nalaas | 81 Monk Street | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Arms | Bedford Arms, 2 Bedford Street | 311 yd | |
| The Rykneld Bowling Club Ltd | 39 Farley Road | 583 yd | |
| The Argosy | Manor Road | 797 yd | |
| The King's Highway | Kingsway | 925 yd | |
| The Grange Banqueting Suite | 457 Burton Road | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Fish Bar | 1 Stockbrook Road | 230 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Uttoxeter New Road | 417 yd | |
| New China Town | Take Away, 252 Uttoxeter New Road | 468 yd | |
| Heathers Sandwich Bar | 1a Boundary Road | 479 yd | |
| Pizza Paradise | 232a Uttoxeter New Road | 495 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 71-77 Farm Street | 921 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Kingsway | 925 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Kingsway | 925 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Unit 1a, Kingsway Retail Park, Kingsway | 950 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rykneld Community Centre Bedford Close | grass pitches | 345 yd |
| Bemrose Community School UTTOXETER NEW ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 390 yd |
| Stockbrook Park STOCKBROOK STREET | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| Rowditch Recreation Ground Uttoxeter Old Road | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Littleover Tennis Club EASTWOOD DRIVE | tennis courts | 954 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School MILL HILL LANE | grass pitches | 1,066 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 | 138.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.