Sinfin Avenue is in Shelton Lock, Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE24 9JZ is located in the Chellaston & Shelton Lock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby South. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sinfin Avenue, Shelton Lock, Derby, DE24 9JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE24 9QX, DE24 9QU, DE24 9QP, DE24 9QW, DE24 9QY, DE24 9QJ, DE24 9RD, DE24 9HJ, DE24 9QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE24 9JZ 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 | 58.6% | 49.7% | -8.9% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 41.4% | 50.3% | 8.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.2% | 29.2% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.7% | 20.4% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -23.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 26.3% | 27.7% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 18.6% |
| Widowed | 25.5% | 17.5% | -8.0% | 6.1% | 11.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (41.3%) 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 | 12.9% | 14% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -34.4% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 27.3% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -6.3% |
| Fair health | 41.4% | 41.3% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 28.6% |
| Bad health | 14.3% | 13.3% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 9.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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 DE24 9JZ this area, 38.4% 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 | 46% | 38.4% | -7.6% | 18.2% | 20.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 15.2% | 5.0% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 8.7% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 6.5% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 3.6% | 5.1% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -11.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 23.9% | 14.4% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 13.1% | 2.2% | -10.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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 | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| White | 93.6% | 93% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 84% 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 | 90.7% | 84% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 8.3% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.3% | 84.6% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.2% | 11.2% | 9.8% | 1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.7% | 3.5% | -2.2% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.3% | 76.7% | -17.4% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Lithuania | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.1% | 13.5% | 18.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sinfin Avenue was 114.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.4% higher than the Chellaston & Shelton Lock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sinfin Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Chellaston & Shelton Lock and the 267th highest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 96.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 8 Stonyhurst Court Sinfin Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £49,000 | 2024-05-31 | £52,960 |
| Flat 17 Stonyhurst Court Sinfin Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2024-05-17 | £59,444 |
| Flat 11 Stonyhurst Court Sinfin Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2022-07-21 | £65,046 |
| Flat 12 Stonyhurst Court Sinfin Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2021-08-27 | £68,884 |
| Flat 5 Stonyhurst Court Sinfin Avenue, Derby, City Of Derby Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £54,000 | 2018-08-24 | £70,636 |
DE24 9JZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE24 9JZ 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 | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Street Nursery School Lord Street , Allenton DE24 9AX | 3out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrington Nursery School Harrington Street , Peartree DE23 8PE | 4out of 4 | 3,447 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 3,840 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 4,790 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shelton Junior School Carlton Avenue , Shelton Lock DE24 9EJ | 3out of 4 | 363 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shelton Infant School Carlton Avenue , Shelton Lock DE24 9EJ | 4out of 4 | 363 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Homefields Primary School Parkway , Chellaston DE73 5NY | 4out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Junior School Maple Drive , Chellaston DE73 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allenton Primary School Brookhouse Street , Allenton DE24 9BB | 3out of 4 | 1,284 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,049 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Moor Academy Brackens Lane , DE24 0AN | - not rated | 1,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Academy Swarkestone Road , DE73 5UB | - not rated | 1,588 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Derby Academy Farmhouse Road , Sinfin DE24 3AR | 1out of 4 | 3,125 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Derby Pride Park Locomotive Way , DE24 8PU | - not rated | 4,458 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 | 4,856 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 | 1,049 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton House School Normanton House , Village Street DE23 8DF | - not rated | 3,479 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Pride Academy 20 Orient Way , Pride Park DE24 8BY | 4out of 4 | 4,051 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy House School Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | - not rated | 5,211 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmunds Church | Sinfin Avenue | 377 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Bridge Inn | 262 Chellaston Road | 307 yd | |
| Crown & Arrows | Sinfin Avenue | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative Society | 242 Chellaston Road | 307 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shelton Junior School Carlton Avenue | grass pitches | 442 yd |
| Homefields Primary School PARKWAY | grass pitches | 997 yd |
| Noel-Baker Academy BRACKNELL DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,030 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 | 109.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.