Crook Stile is in Matlock and in Derbyshire Dales district. DE4 3LJ is located in the Matlock West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derbyshire Dales. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crook Stile, Matlock, DE4 3LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE4 3LA, DE4 3LH, DE4 3LB, DE4 3SL, DE4 3LD, DE4 3LF, DE4 3SF, DE4 3JD, DE4 3LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE4 3LJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 51% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 52.3% | 49% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 3LJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.5% 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 | 24.8% | 26.2% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 59.5% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 15.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 6.8% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.9% | 0.2% | 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 | 53% | 55% | 2.0% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 28.2% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 13.4% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.9% | 12.2% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 7.6% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 11.8% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 18.6% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 44.3% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 10.5% |
| Other | 6.9% | 1.7% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 99% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.3% | 98.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 98.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crook Stile was 30.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.8% lower than the Darley Dale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Crook Stile has the 14th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Darley Dale and the 98th lowest crime rate of 248 local areas in Derbyshire Dales .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Crook Stile, Matlock, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2024-05-24 | £469,800 |
| 24 Crook Stile, Matlock, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-10-19 | £449,939 |
| 16 Crook Stile, Matlock, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2020-10-22 | £309,097 |
| 10 Crook Stile, Matlock, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2018-12-10 | £482,960 |
| 28 Crook Stile, Matlock, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £272,500 | 2018-09-07 | £362,861 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints CofE Junior School Hurds Hollow , DE4 3LA | 3out of 4 | 47 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Infant School Dimple Road , DE4 3HX | 3out of 4 | 604 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Primary School School Road , DE4 3DS | 2out of 4 | 1,582 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy Chesterfield Road , DE4 3FT | 1out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darley Dale Primary School Greenaway Lane , Hackney DE4 2QB | 4out of 4 | 1,947 yd | Community 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 | 2,084 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 | 636 yd | |
| McDonald's | 43 Bakewell Road, Matlock | 823 yd | |
| Matlock Cafe | 9 Bakewell Road, Matlock | 823 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 4 Bakewell Road, Matlock | 823 yd | |
| D'Alessandro's | 80 Smedley Street, Matlock | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sycamore Public House | 9 Sycamore Road, Matlock | 393 yd | |
| Laburnum Inn | 2 Hackney Road, Hackney | 403 yd | |
| The Thorn Tree Inn | 48 Jackson Road, Matlock | 704 yd | |
| The Tipsy Toad | 17 Bakewell Road, Matlock | 823 yd | |
| The Farmacy | 76 Smedley Street, Matlock | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowl Matlock | Lymn House, 40 Crown Square | 1,020 yd | |
| Pizza Point | 28-30 Crown Square, Matlock | 1,061 yd | |
| Greggs | 9 Crown Square, Matlock | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | Cawdor Way, Matlock | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dimple Recreation Ground HURDS HOLLOW | grass pitches | 355 yd |
| Cavendish Fields Sports Association CAVENDISH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 489 yd |
| Arc Leisure Matlock Bakewell Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 512 yd |
| Fitness Forum (Closed) Bank Road | health and fitness suite | 912 yd |
| Matlock Swimming Pool (Closed) Imperial Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,014 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 19.04 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 19.04 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.