Reculver Close is in Sunnyhill, Derby and in Derby district. DE23 1WN 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 Reculver Close, Sunnyhill, Derby, DE23 1WN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE23 1WL, DE23 1GX, DE23 1GT, DE23 1WG, DE23 1WJ, DE23 1WB, DE23 1GU, DE23 1GS, DE23 1WH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE23 1WN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 47.5% | 52.4% | 4.9% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 52.5% | 47.6% | -4.9% | 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 DE23 1WN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% 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 | 27.8% | 27.5% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.3% | 59.2% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.1% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 2.8% | 6% | 3.2% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 6% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.3% | 53% | 1.7% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 32.7% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 10.6% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 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 | 14.2% | 19.7% | 5.5% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 9.7% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.2% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.1% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 13.4% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.4% | 39.4% | 1.0% | 33.8% | 5.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 38.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 30.9% | 37.2% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 34.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 9.5% | 7.8% | 2.7% | 6.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 4.9% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.8% | 1.8% | -2.0% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 51.9% | 38.4% | -13.5% | 81.4% | -43.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 4.1% | 5.8% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
In this area, 70.8% 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 | 79.6% | 70.8% | -8.8% | 83.2% | -12.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 15.5% | 20.7% | 5.2% | 5.6% | 15.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.6% | 70.6% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 23% | 22.7% | 9.8% | 13.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.6% | 1.5% | -15.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 6.7% | 1.2% | 5.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 15% | 37.2% | -22.2% |
| Christian | 34.8% | 46.2% | -11.4% |
| Hindu | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.8% |
| Muslim | 12% | 6.5% | 5.5% |
| Sikh | 31.2% | 0.9% | 30.3% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Reculver Close was 90.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.1% higher than the Blagreaves average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Reculver Close has the 22nd highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Blagreaves and the 334th highest crime rate of 749 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Reculver Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-03-28 | £251,002 |
| 4 Reculver Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £179,500 | 2011-09-16 | £292,454 |
| 3 Reculver Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2011-04-06 | £261,169 |
| 7 Reculver Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2008-09-24 | £294,238 |
| 5 Reculver Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2003-12-24 | £255,226 |
The percentage of retired residents living in DE23 1WN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , Normanton DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 1,723 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrington Nursery School Harrington Street , Peartree DE23 8PE | 4out of 4 | 1,768 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Nursery School Sidney Street , DE1 2TU | - not rated | 3,002 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Street Nursery School Lord Street , Allenton DE24 9AX | 3out of 4 | 3,258 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's Catholic Primary School Uplands Avenue , Littleover DE23 1GG | - not rated | 435 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Voluntary Academy Uplands Avenue , Littleover DE23 1GG | 4out of 4 | 435 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgeway Infant School Uplands Avenue , Littleover DE23 1GG | 3out of 4 | 445 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gayton Junior School Gayton Junior School , Littleover DE23 1GA | 3out of 4 | 475 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Akaal Primary School Grange Avenue , DE23 8DG | - not rated | 615 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Community School Village Street , Old Normanton DE23 8DF | - not rated | 1,099 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Moor Community Sports College Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Moor Spencer Academy Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Littleover Community School Pastures Hill , Littleover DE23 4BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,093 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Derby Academy Farmhouse Road , Sinfin DE24 3AR | 2out of 4 | 2,506 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 | 3,809 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mackworth College, Derby Prince Charles Avenue , Mackworth DE22 4LR | - not rated | 3,933 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Tertiary College, Wilmorton London Road , Wilmorton DE24 8UG | - not rated | 4,137 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 | 2,600 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 | 1,127 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy House School Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | 4out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy House School Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Millennium Centre Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 7FS | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby High School Hillsway , Littleover DE23 3DT | - not rated | 1,679 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dessert City | 252 Stenson Road | 270 yd | |
| CES Catering Ltd | Sunnyfield, 109 Blackmore Street | 634 yd | |
| Warm Welcome Cafe/Toddler Group | Newmount Methodist Church Hall, Blagreaves Lane | 930 yd | |
| Green Thyme Hub The Clock Tower | Normanton Park, Warwick Avenue | 985 yd | |
| Willow Tree Kitchen | Hannah Fields Community Garden, 33 Normanton Lane | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Co Operative Bowls and Social Club | 50 Taverners Crescent | 597 yd | |
| Central United Reformed Church Derby | Society Sports Field Pavillion, Brayfield Road | 794 yd | |
| Littleover Social Club Ltd | 61 Blagreaves Lane | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 254b+254c Stenson Road | 323 yd | |
| Spice Fusion | 254a Stenson Road | 485 yd | |
| King Do Chinese Takeaway | 79 Stenson Road | 803 yd | |
| Blossom Garden | 84 Sunnyhill Avenue | 845 yd | |
| Masala Hut | 75a Stenson Road | 849 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gayton Swimming Pool Gayton Avenue | swimming pool | 350 yd |
| Gayton Junior School GAYTON AVENUE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 471 yd |
| Rosehill Methodists Sports Ground LITTLEOVER LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 659 yd |
| Derby Congregational Cricket Club BRAYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 761 yd |
| Sunny Hill Recreational Ground SUNNYHILL RECREATION GROUND SUNNYHILL RECREATION GROUND COLERIDGE STREET | grass pitches | 994 yd |
| Village Primary Academy VILLAGE STREET | grass pitches | 1,056 yd |
| Normanton Park Warwick Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,083 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.