Derwent Avenue is in Matlock and in Derbyshire Dales district. DE4 3LX 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 Derwent Avenue, Matlock, DE4 3LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE4 3LU, DE4 3SX, DE4 3NB, DE4 3LT, DE4 3LY, DE4 3LW, DE4 3BU, DE4 3BW, DE4 3BF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE4 3LX has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 52.9% | 47.3% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 47.1% | 52.7% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 40.9% | 40.7% | -0.2% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 38.6% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 10.2% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 6% | 1.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.3% | 48.1% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 35.4% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 10.9% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 14% | 12.7% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 11.5% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 10.3% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 6.3% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.6% | 19.3% | 1.7% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 37.2% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.7% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.8% | 95.4% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 89.6% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 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 | 93.8% | 90.1% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Derwent Avenue was 514.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 1366.4% higher than the Bonsall & Winster average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Derwent Avenue has the highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Bonsall & Winster and the 2nd highest crime rate of 248 local areas in Derbyshire Dales .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 211.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockleigh Derwent Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2024-02-06 | £619,027 |
| Apartment 4 Derwent Gardens Derwent Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-11-29 | £214,634 |
| Apartment 10 Derwent Gardens Derwent Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-01-13 | £216,000 |
| Apartment 1 Derwent Gardens Derwent Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-12-02 | £183,871 |
| Apartment 3 Derwent Gardens Derwent Avenue, Matlock, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-09-09 | £240,491 |
DE4 3LX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Giles Church of England Primary School Starkholmes Road , DE4 3DD | 3out of 4 | 802 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Infant School Dimple Road , DE4 3HX | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Primary School School Road , DE4 3DS | 2out of 4 | 965 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy Chesterfield Road , DE4 3FT | 1out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Junior School Hurds Hollow , DE4 3LA | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,996 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Remarkable Hare | Unit B, 77 Dale Road | 128 yd | |
| Rubigo | 68 Dale Road, Matlock | 145 yd | |
| Viva Italian Restaurant | 27-29 Dale Road, Matlock | 192 yd | |
| Stones Restaurant | 1C Dale Road, Matlock | 192 yd | |
| Thailand No 1 | 45 Dale Road, Matlock | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulan | 119 Dale Road, Matlock | 69 yd | |
| The Matlock Club | 135 Dale Road, Matlock | 84 yd | |
| Twenty Ten | 16 Dale Road, Matlock | 192 yd | |
| Buddy's | Unit A, 77 Dale Road | 192 yd | |
| Monk Bar | 79 Dale Road, Matlock | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cantonese Wok | Ground Floor, 83 Dale Road | 69 yd | |
| Bellini Pizzeria | 125 Dale Road, Matlock | 69 yd | |
| Spuddy's | 71 Dale Road, Matlock | 145 yd | |
| Star Pizza | 57 Dale Road, Matlock | 192 yd | |
| Pizza Connection | 38 Dale Road, Matlock | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 1 Firs Parade, Matlock | 378 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Cawdor Way, Matlock | 574 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkside Fitness UNIT 5 UNIT 5 OLDE ENGLISHE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 24 yd |
| Hall Leys Park 8-10 8-10 CAUSEWAY LANE | tennis courts | 277 yd |
| Causeway Lane (Matlock Town Fc) AUTOWORLD ARENA AUTOWORLD ARENA CAUSEWAY LANE | grass pitches | 331 yd |
| Matlock Swimming Pool (Closed) Imperial Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 438 yd |
| Sherwood Hall Leisure Centre (Closed) Lime Tree Road | health and fitness suite | 585 yd |
| St Giles C Of E Primary School Starkholmes Road | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Highfields School (Starkholmes Site) STARKHOLMES ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 603 yd |
| Fitness Forum (Closed) Bank Road | health and fitness suite | 829 yd |
| Castle View Primary School SCHOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| Hurst Farm PLAYING FIELDS TO THE REAR OF BAILEY MILL PLAYING FIELDS TO THE REAR OF BAILEY MILL LUMSDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,052 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 | 94.4% |
| 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 | 78.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.