Northwood Avenue is in Darley Dale, Matlock and in Derbyshire Dales district. DE4 2GD is located in the Darley Dale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derbyshire Dales. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Northwood Avenue, Darley Dale, Matlock, DE4 2GD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE4 2GB, DE4 2GE, DE4 2TT, DE4 2TZ, DE4 2TY, DE4 2GA, DE4 2TS, DE4 2TX, DE4 2FZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE4 2GD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 51.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 46.9% | 48.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 DE4 2GD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% 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 | 29.4% | 27.6% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 52.9% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 10.7% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6.2% | 0.8% | 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 (87.4%) 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 | 59.2% | 45.2% | -14.0% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 30% | 42.2% | 12.2% | 33.6% | 8.6% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 11.1% | 3.5% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.6% | 17.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 10.3% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 15.2% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 9.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 14.7% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 29.9% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 5% | 2.2% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.1% | 96.6% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 97.5% | 93.6% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 94% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 47.9% | 46.2% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northwood Avenue was 11.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.1% lower than the Bakewell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Northwood Avenue has the 4th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Bakewell and the 17th lowest crime rate of 248 local areas in Derbyshire Dales .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Northwood Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2024-11-22 | £175,040 |
| 12 Northwood Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £193,750 | 2022-09-23 | £199,478 |
| 5 Northwood Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-08-20 | £151,093 |
| Sunnyside Northwood Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-02-12 | £212,135 |
| 8 Northwood Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-11-04 | £160,317 |
DE4 2GD 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 DE4 2GD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darley Churchtown Church of England Primary School Church Road , Darley Dale DE4 2GL | 2out of 4 | 704 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darley Dale Primary School Greenaway Lane , Hackney DE4 2QB | 4out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Darley CofE Primary School Cross Green , DE4 2JT | 3out of 4 | 2,205 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School Woodhouse Road , Rowsley DE4 2ED | 3out of 4 | 2,966 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton-in-Peak CofE Primary School School Lane , Stanton-in-the-Peak DE4 2LX | 4out of 4 | 3,409 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields School Upper Lumsdale , DE4 5NA | 3out of 4 | 5,021 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak Rail Catering Activities | Railway Station Buildings, Station Road | 799 yd | |
| Barringtons | Station Road, Darley Dale | 799 yd | |
| Tall Trees Coffee Shop And Restaurant | Forest Nurseries Limited, Oddford Lane | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grouse Inn | Dale Road North, Darley Dale | 376 yd | |
| Church Inn | Church Road, Churchtown | 610 yd | |
| Square And Compass | Main Road, Darley Bridge | 799 yd | |
| The Whitworth Centre | Dale Road North, Darley Dale | 799 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | Wheatley Road, Two Dales | 976 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Cuisine | 3 Dale Road North, Darley Dale | 279 yd | |
| Darley Dale Fish Bar | 15 Dale Road North, Darley Dale | 279 yd | |
| Joni | Chesterfield Road, Two Dales | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | Two Dales Filling Station, Dale Road South | 832 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tippin Broad Walk | grass pitches | 190 yd |
| Woodlands Fitness Centre (Matlock) MOLYNEUX BUSINESS PARK MOLYNEUX BUSINESS PARK WHITWORTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 397 yd |
| The Whitworth Centre Station Road | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Darley Dale Cricket Club STRANLEIGH STRANLEIGH STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 693 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.