Sunnyhill Avenue is in Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE23 1JR is located in the Blagreaves electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby South. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sunnyhill Avenue, Derby, DE23 1JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE23 1JW, DE23 1JZ, DE23 1JX, DE23 1TX, DE23 1LA, DE23 1JQ, DE23 1JS, DE23 1LB, DE23 1JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE23 1JR is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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 | 56.1% | 46.9% | -9.2% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 43.9% | 53.1% | 9.2% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 | 26.2% | 29.4% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 40.7% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -3.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 16.9% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 7.8% |
| Widowed | 15.5% | 9% | -6.5% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 (65.1%) 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 | 37.8% | 33% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 32.1% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 22.6% | 24.9% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 12.2% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 6.2% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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.
In the area around DE23 1JR this area, 28.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38% | 28.4% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 11.9% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.7% | 9.1% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 9.1% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 14.2% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 23.3% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 6.4% | 4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 55.5% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 8.7% | 14.8% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 11.7% |
| Pakistani | 10.4% | 12.9% | 2.5% | 2.7% | 10.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.8% | 6.2% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 5.2% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 67.8% | 55.5% | -12.3% | 81.4% | -25.9% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 76.6% 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 | 85.7% | 76.6% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -6.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 5.7% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.3% | 12.4% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 6.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.7% | 76.6% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 15.8% | 14.5% | 9.8% | 6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.7% | 2.9% | -8.8% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 76.7% | -9.4% |
| Germany | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Italy | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.1% | 37.2% | -18.1% |
| Christian | 40.7% | 46.2% | -5.5% |
| Muslim | 12.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Sikh | 18.2% | 0.9% | 17.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sunnyhill Avenue was 56.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.0% lower than the Blagreaves average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sunnyhill Avenue has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Blagreaves and the 282nd lowest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 77 Sunnyhill Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £211,000 | 2025-03-18 | £214,082 |
| 73 Sunnyhill Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-10-07 | £223,649 |
| 78 Sunnyhill Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2023-03-13 | £198,022 |
| 89 Sunnyhill Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-02-25 | £264,234 |
| 66 Sunnyhill Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2020-09-11 | £184,707 |
DE23 1JR 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 DE23 1JR 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 | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrington Nursery School Harrington Street , Peartree DE23 8PE | 4out of 4 | 1,846 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Street Nursery School Lord Street , Allenton DE24 9AX | 3out of 4 | 2,819 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 4,126 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akaal Primary School Grange Avenue , DE23 8DG | 2out of 4 | 732 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gayton Junior School Gayton Junior School , Littleover DE23 1GA | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Infant School Uplands Avenue , Littleover DE23 1GG | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy Uplands Avenue , Littleover DE23 1GG | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grampian Primary Academy Grampian Way , Sinfin DE24 9LU | 3out of 4 | 948 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Moor Spencer Academy Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | 3out of 4 | 1,701 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Derby Academy Farmhouse Road , Sinfin DE24 3AR | 1out of 4 | 1,841 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Littleover Community School Pastures Hill , Littleover DE23 4BZ | 4out of 4 | 2,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Moor Academy Brackens Lane , DE24 0AN | - not rated | 3,579 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Derby Pride Park Locomotive Way , DE24 8PU | - not rated | 3,800 yd | University technical college | 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 | 4,052 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 | 3,277 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normanton House School Normanton House , Village Street DE23 8DF | - not rated | 1,199 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy House School Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | - not rated | 1,701 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby High School Hillsway , Littleover DE23 3DT | - not rated | 2,365 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Grammar School Rykneld Road , Littleover DE23 4BX | - not rated | 2,579 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Clare's School Rough Heanor Road , Mickleover DE3 9AZ | 4out of 4 | 3,449 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Stagedoor Cafe | Unit 4a, Sinfin Commercial Park, Sinfin Lane | 486 yd | |
| CES Catering Ltd | Sunnyfield, 109 Blackmore Street | 551 yd | |
| Dessert City | 252 Stenson Road | 553 yd | |
| Mickleover Gymnastics Centre | Unit A1/A2 Amberley Drive | 625 yd | |
| Warm Welcome Cafe/Toddler Group | Newmount Methodist Church Hall, Blagreaves Lane | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grampian | 2A Cromarty Close | 982 yd | |
| Oaklands | The Oaklands, Oaklands Avenue | 1,035 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blossom Garden | 84 Sunnyhill Avenue | 30 yd | |
| Spice Fusion | 254a Stenson Road | 419 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 254b+254c Stenson Road | 495 yd | |
| Zanfish Stenson | 428 Stenson Road | 567 yd | |
| Pizza Plaza | 279 Blagreaves Lane | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 298 Sinfin Lane | 694 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sunny Hill Recreational Ground SUNNYHILL RECREATION GROUND SUNNYHILL RECREATION GROUND COLERIDGE STREET | grass pitches | 353 yd |
| Gayton Swimming Pool Gayton Avenue | swimming pool | 797 yd |
| Gayton Junior School GAYTON AVENUE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 869 yd |
| Village Primary Academy VILLAGE STREET | grass pitches | 1,075 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 | 176.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.