Farm Drive is in Alvaston, Derby and in Derby district. DE24 0HB is located in the Alvaston South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby South. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Farm Drive, Alvaston, Derby, DE24 0HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE24 0DQ, DE24 0DP, DE24 0HD, DE24 0HE, DE24 0HF, DE24 0GR, DE24 0GU, DE24 0GT, DE24 0DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE24 0HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.8% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.2% | -1.1% | 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 | 37.6% | 37.2% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 48.9% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.1% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 5.8% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 49.3% | 45.9% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 36.5% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 14.6% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.3% | 21.3% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 12.1% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 11.4% | -8.3% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 11% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 21.3% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 21% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.2% | 88.5% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 7.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 95.7% | 92.1% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 4.4% | 3.3% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 92.3% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.6% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.8% | 76.7% | -2.9% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.8% | 37.2% | 9.6% |
| Christian | 41.8% | 46.2% | -4.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Farm Drive was 53.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.1% lower than the Alvaston South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Farm Drive has the 20th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Alvaston South and the 266th lowest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Farm Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2023-08-24 | £193,694 |
| 36 Farm Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2023-01-12 | £271,416 |
| 22 Farm Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-05-27 | £207,712 |
| 15 Farm Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,500 | 2020-12-11 | £179,828 |
| 11 Farm Drive, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-11-15 | £225,212 |
DE24 0HB 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Street Nursery School Lord Street , Allenton DE24 9AX | 3out of 4 | 1,776 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrington Nursery School Harrington Street , Peartree DE23 8PE | 4out of 4 | 3,709 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 4,063 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 4,921 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Junior School Holbrook Road , Alvaston DE24 0DD | - not rated | 208 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Infant and Nursery School Waldene Drive , Alvaston DE24 0GZ | 3out of 4 | 301 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyndham Spencer Academy Wyndham Street , Alvaston DE24 0EP | 4out of 4 | 696 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Landau Forte Academy Moorhead Brackens Lane , Alvaston DE24 0AN | 1out of 4 | 950 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Junior Academy Elvaston Lane , Alvaston DE24 0PU | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noel-Baker Academy Bracknell Drive , Alvaston DE24 0BR | 1out of 4 | 827 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Moor Academy Brackens Lane , DE24 0AN | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Academy Swarkestone Road , DE73 5UB | - not rated | 2,663 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Derby Pride Park Locomotive Way , DE24 8PU | - not rated | 3,812 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Park School West Road , Spondon DE21 7BT | 3out of 4 | 4,364 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,187 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins School The Derwent Campus , Bracknell Drive DE24 0BT | - not rated | 827 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Pride Academy 20 Orient Way , Pride Park DE24 8BY | 4out of 4 | 3,186 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton House School Normanton House , Village Street DE23 8DF | - not rated | 4,058 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Lodge | 138 Shardlow Road | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Silver Ghost | Silver Ghost Inn, Field Drive | 217 yd | |
| The Cornishman | The Cornishman, Holbrook Road | 565 yd | |
| The Lodge | Grange Road | 582 yd | |
| Nunsfield House Community Association | 33 Boulton Lane | 813 yd | |
| The Needles | Bembridge Drive | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Codfather Fishbar | 99 Holbrook Road | 574 yd | |
| Mighty Joes Pizza | Shop, 93 Brackens Lane | 1,023 yd | |
| R'n'B Fish Bar | 87 Brackens Lane | 1,023 yd | |
| Curry Nights | 91 Brackens Lane | 1,023 yd | |
| Alvaston Fish Bar | 102 Keldholme Lane | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 27 Crayford Road | 448 yd | |
| Central England Co Operative Society | 93 Holbrook Road | 521 yd | |
| Co-operative | 64 Bembridge Drive | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Junior School HOLBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 278 yd |
| Field Lane Playing Field EDITH WOOD CLOSE | grass pitches | 715 yd |
| Wyndham Primary Academy WYNDHAM STREET | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Noel-Baker Academy BRACKNELL DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 850 yd |
| Alvaston Junior Community School ELVASTON LANE | grass pitches | 986 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 | 62.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.