Melbreak Close is in Mickleover, Derby and in City Of Derby district. DE3 9NQ is located in the Mickleover electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby North. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Melbreak Close, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 9NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE3 9NG, DE3 9NN, DE3 9NS, DE3 9NJ, DE3 9NR, DE3 9NF, DE3 9NL, DE3 9NP, DE3 9NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE3 9NQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.5% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.5% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 DE3 9NQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.3% 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 | 19.7% | 23.1% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.5% | 59.3% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 15.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 6% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 10.6% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 | 53.1% | 44.6% | -8.5% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 38.3% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 12% | 14.6% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 12.6% | 10.1% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 9.7% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 10.1% | -11.4% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 9.2% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 23.5% | 11.8% | 16.9% | 6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 35.9% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 5.5% | 2.1% | -3.4% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 89.5% | 89.5% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 94.5% | 91.6% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 5.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 91.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 1.7% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Sikh | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Melbreak Close was 7.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.4% lower than the Littleover average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Melbreak Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Littleover and the 18th lowest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -94.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Melbreak Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £188,950 | 2006-11-17 | £294,214 |
| 6 Melbreak Close, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,450 | 2006-07-10 | £259,145 |
| 5 Melbreak Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2001-08-31 | £360,593 |
| 3 Melbreak Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2001-06-04 | £356,118 |
| 9 Melbreak Close, Derby, City Of Derby Detached, an established residential building | £107,500 | 2001-04-02 | £386,005 |
DE3 9NQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 DE3 9NQ 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 | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stonehill Nursery School Stonehill Road , DE23 6TJ | 3out of 4 | 4,069 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Nursery School 18 Stepping Lane , DE1 1GJ | 3out of 4 | 4,202 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 4,490 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrington Nursery School Harrington Street , Peartree DE23 8PE | 4out of 4 | 4,731 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitecross Nursery School Watson Street , DE1 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 4,854 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield Primary School The Hollow , Mickleover DE3 0BW | 3out of 4 | 218 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mickleover Primary School Vicarage Road , Mickleover DE3 0EY | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Silverhill Primary School Draycott Drive , Mickleover DE3 0QE | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensdale Junior School Devonshire Drive , Mickleover DE3 9EY | 3out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School Devonshire Drive , Mickleover DE3 9HE | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Littleover Community School Pastures Hill , Littleover DE23 4BZ | 4out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Murray Park Community School Murray Road , Mickleover DE3 9LL | 2out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Moor Spencer Academy Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | 3out of 4 | 2,116 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Cathedral School Great Northern Road , DE1 1LR | - not rated | 4,152 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Derby Academy Farmhouse Road , Sinfin DE24 3AR | 1out of 4 | 4,919 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 3,276 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Grammar School Rykneld Road , Littleover DE23 4BX | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Clare's School Rough Heanor Road , Mickleover DE3 9AZ | 4out of 4 | 1,506 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Grange School Hospital Lane , DE3 0DR | - not rated | 1,532 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby High School Hillsway , Littleover DE23 3DT | - not rated | 1,791 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ivy House School Moorway Lane , Littleover DE23 2FS | - not rated | 2,116 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Java | 12 Uttoxeter Road | 407 yd | |
| Binary Bar and Restaurant | Unit 5-8, Mickleover Retail Corner, Limes Avenue | 434 yd | |
| The Old School Tea Room at Mickleover Community Centre | Mickleover Community Centre, Uttoxeter Road | 445 yd | |
| Uppercase Tearooms | 44 Station Road | 538 yd | |
| Kayi | 3 Vicarage Road | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Nags Head | Uttoxeter Road | 297 yd | |
| Hole in the Wall | 24 Uttoxeter Road | 375 yd | |
| The Vine Inn | 20 Uttoxeter Road | 445 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club Ltd | Ypres Lodge, 30 Poppyfields Drive | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New World Chop Suey Bar | 12 The Parade, Uttoxeter Road | 390 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 15 Uttoxeter Road | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Store, Kipling Drive | 336 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 55 Station Road | 655 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mickleover Golf Club Ltd UTTOXETER ROAD | golf | 742 yd |
| Waves Health & Leisure Club (Mickleover Court) ETWALL ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 879 yd |
| Vicarage Road Recreation Ground Vicarage Road | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Mickleover Primary School VICARAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 942 yd |
| Littleover Community School PASTURES HILL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 955 yd |
| Mickleover Royal British Legion POPPYFIELDS DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 977 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 | 111.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.