Athol Close is in Sinfin, Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE24 9LZ is located in the Sinfin & Osmaston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby South. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Athol Close, Sinfin, Derby, DE24 9LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE24 9NB, DE24 9LU, DE24 9LH, DE24 9LY, DE24 9NQ, DE24 9NN, DE24 9ND, DE24 9LX, DE24 9NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE24 9LZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 49.8% | 48.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 DE24 9LZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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 | 43.3% | 45.8% | 2.5% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.5% | 37.2% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 8.7% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 6.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 49.5% | 42% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 29% | 35.6% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 14.7% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 16.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 25.1% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.9% | 17.5% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 15.9% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 11.2% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 16.7% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -17.1% |
| Other | 8.4% | 7.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 4.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 6.6% | 9.8% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 6.7% |
| Pakistani | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 4.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Other Black | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 74.6% | 65.7% | -8.9% | 81.4% | -15.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 2% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 71.2% 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 | 83.8% | 71.2% | -12.6% | 83.2% | -12.0% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 12.7% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.3% | 12.4% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 6.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.8% | 70.8% | -13.0% | 83.2% | -12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 12.9% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 7.7% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 5.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 49.9% | 76.7% | -26.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 6.1% | 0.6% | 5.5% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 4.9% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
| No passport held | 28.7% | 13.5% | 15.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 40.5% | 46.2% | -5.7% |
| Muslim | 15% | 6.5% | 8.5% |
| Sikh | 7.5% | 0.9% | 6.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Athol Close was 233.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.9% higher than the Sinfin & Osmaston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Athol Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Sinfin & Osmaston and the 103rd highest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 115.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Athol Close, Derby, City Of Derby Terraced, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2024-04-30 | £159,733 |
| 54 Athol Close, Derby, City Of Derby Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2023-12-14 | £102,291 |
| 48 Athol Close, Derby, City Of Derby Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2021-12-20 | £154,393 |
| 54 Athol Close, Derby, City Of Derby Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-10-08 | £148,675 |
| 54 Athol Close, Derby, City Of Derby Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2017-09-19 | £140,878 |
The percentage of student residents living in DE24 9LZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrington Nursery School Harrington Street , Peartree DE23 8PE | 4out of 4 | 2,647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 2,821 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lord Street Nursery School Lord Street , Allenton DE24 9AX | 3out of 4 | 3,019 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 3,444 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 5,053 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grampian Primary Academy Grampian Way , Sinfin DE24 9LU | 3out of 4 | 177 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redwood Primary School Redwood Road , Sinfin DE24 9PG | 3out of 4 | 582 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottons Farm Primary Academy Sheridan Street , Sinfin DE24 9HG | 1out of 4 | 903 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stenson Fields Primary Community School Heather Close , Stenson Fields DE24 3BW | 2out of 4 | 961 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Croft Primary Academy Deep Dale Lane , Sinfin DE24 3HF | 2out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Derby Academy Farmhouse Road , Sinfin DE24 3AR | 1out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Moor Spencer Academy Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | 3out of 4 | 2,163 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Littleover Community School Pastures Hill , Littleover DE23 4BZ | 4out of 4 | 3,091 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Moor Academy Brackens Lane , DE24 0AN | - not rated | 3,746 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Noel-Baker Academy Bracknell Drive , Alvaston DE24 0BR | 1out of 4 | 4,066 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 | 4,877 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 | 4,179 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 | 2,051 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy House School Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | - not rated | 2,163 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Grammar School Rykneld Road , Littleover DE23 4BX | - not rated | 2,844 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Derby High School Hillsway , Littleover DE23 3DT | - not rated | 3,043 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martins School The Derwent Campus , Bracknell Drive DE24 0BT | - not rated | 4,066 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wordsworth Coffee Shop | Cafe, 21 Wordsworth Avenue | 486 yd | |
| Italian Cucina | 5a Wordsworth Avenue | 563 yd | |
| Asda Customer Restaurant | Sinfin District Centre | 631 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 24, Sinfin District Centre, Arleston Lane | 636 yd | |
| The Pavilion Cafe | Sinfin Moor Park, Sinfin lane | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grampian | 2A Cromarty Close | 85 yd | |
| Ferrers Arms, | Sinfin District Centre, Sinfin Lane | 658 yd | |
| Oaklands | The Oaklands, Oaklands Avenue | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sinfin Fast Food | 12b Cromarty Close | 144 yd | |
| Seven Tastes | 3 Wordsworth Avenue | 574 yd | |
| Sinfin Fish Bar | 1a Wordsworth Avenue | 590 yd | |
| Subway | unit 21 Sinfin District Centre, Sinfin Lane | 631 yd | |
| KFC | Sinfin District Centre, Arleston Lane | 636 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores | Sinfin District Centre | 631 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 298 Sinfin Lane | 649 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sinfin Community Centre SWALLOWDALE ROAD | 514 yd | |
| City Of Derby Academy FARMHOUSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 848 yd |
| Sinfin Community School (Closed) Farmhouse Road | 879 yd | |
| Stenson Fields Primary Community School GOATHLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 972 yd |
| Sinfin Moor Park Sinfin Lane | grass pitches | 1,059 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 | 135.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.