Alton Rise is in Matlock and in Derbyshire Dales district. DE4 3BL 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 Alton Rise, Matlock, DE4 3BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE4 3BJ, DE4 3BE, DE4 3BA, DE4 3BG, DE4 3BD, DE4 3SG, DE4 3BH, DE4 3SE, DE4 3ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE4 3BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50.7% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.3% | -0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.1% | 34.7% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 42.6% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -1.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 4% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 12.5% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 6.3% | -1.9% | 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 | 41.7% | 43.3% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -5.1% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 31.9% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 16.2% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 3.5% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 5.2% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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 | 32% | 19.9% | -12.1% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.1% | 13.6% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 11.9% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 18.2% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16% | 25.6% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 1% | 4.5% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.1% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 98.2% | 96.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 28.7% | 13.5% | 15.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.9% | 37.2% | 14.7% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alton Rise was 5.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.8% lower than the Darley Dale average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Alton Rise has the lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Darley Dale and the 5th lowest crime rate of 248 local areas in Derbyshire Dales .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Alton Rise, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-07-29 | £184,692 |
| 17 Alton Rise, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2017-05-12 | £169,032 |
| 15 Alton Rise, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2016-12-05 | £184,491 |
| 3 Alton Rise, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2016-10-28 | £181,800 |
| 12 Alton Rise, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2016-09-16 | £174,780 |
DE4 3BL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints CofE Junior School Hurds Hollow , DE4 3LA | 3out of 4 | 687 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Infant School Dimple Road , DE4 3HX | 3out of 4 | 1,199 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darley Dale Primary School Greenaway Lane , Hackney DE4 2QB | 4out of 4 | 1,558 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Darley CofE Primary School Cross Green , DE4 2JT | 3out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Primary School School Road , DE4 3DS | 2out of 4 | 2,209 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 2,741 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blueberry Cafe Ltd | Arc Leisure Centre, Bakewell Road | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laburnum Inn | 2 Hackney Road, Hackney | 553 yd | |
| The Sycamore Public House | 9 Sycamore Road, Matlock | 1,008 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arc Leisure Matlock Bakewell Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 375 yd |
| Dimple Recreation Ground HURDS HOLLOW | grass pitches | 738 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 | 44.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.79 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.79 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.