Bowling Green Lane is in Wirksworth, Matlock and in Derbyshire Dales district. DE4 4EF is located in the Wirksworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derbyshire Dales. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bowling Green Lane, Wirksworth, Matlock, DE4 4EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE4 4EJ, DE4 4ET, DE4 4EG, DE4 4EN, DE4 4DL, DE4 4NR, DE4 4DN, DE4 4DR, DE4 4DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE4 4EF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 53.8% | 4.5% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 50.7% | 46.2% | -4.5% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 39.9% | 36.4% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 40.3% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 13.6% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5.1% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 51.7% | 52.4% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 31.9% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 13% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around DE4 4EF this area, 6.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 54.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14% | 6.3% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 9.1% | 1.8% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 12.6% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.1% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 10.9% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.2% | 54.9% | 7.7% | 33.8% | 21.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.1% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.6% | 98.4% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 95.1% | 93% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 93% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.5% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.4% | 13.5% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.3% | 37.2% | 17.1% |
| Christian | 36% | 46.2% | -10.2% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bowling Green Lane was 58.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.4% higher than the Wirksworth average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bowling Green Lane has the 9th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Wirksworth and the 72nd highest crime rate of 248 local areas in Derbyshire Dales .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bowling Green Lane, Matlock, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-01-19 | £264,736 |
| 12 Bowling Green Lane, Matlock, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £363,000 | 2023-05-04 | £355,955 |
| 8 Bowling Green Lane, Matlock, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2019-03-27 | £550,245 |
| 10 Bowling Green Lane, Matlock, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2018-11-30 | £290,684 |
| 7 Bowling Green Lane, Matlock, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £156,950 | 2018-11-23 | £204,806 |
DE4 4EF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% 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.
DE4 4EF 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.
| Retired | 49 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wirksworth Infant School Harrison Drive , Wirksworth DE4 4GZ | 3out of 4 | 439 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wirksworth CofE Infant School Greenway Croft , North End DE4 4FG | 3out of 4 | 491 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wirksworth Junior School Wash Green , Wirksworth DE4 4FD | 2out of 4 | 670 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Middleton Community Primary School Main Street , Middleton-by-Wirksworth DE4 4LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,900 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cromford Church of England Primary School North Street , Cromford DE4 3RG | 3out of 4 | 3,130 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Gell School Wirksworth , DE4 4DX | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderwasley Hall School Higg Lane , Alderwasley DE56 2SR | - not rated | 4,675 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sizzling Pig | 25 Market Place, Wirksworth | 103 yd | |
| Sour Cow | 12 Market Place, Wirksworth | 103 yd | |
| Le Mistral | 23 Market Place, Wirksworth | 103 yd | |
| Cichetti | 5 Market Place, Wirksworth | 103 yd | |
| Otto Caffe Italiano | 8 Market Place, Wirksworth | 103 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope And Anchor Public House | Market Place, Wirksworth | 103 yd | |
| The Quarryman (Formerly The Blacks Head) | 1 Market Place, Wirksworth | 103 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | Market Place, Wirksworth | 103 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf Public House | 67 St John Street, Wirksworth | 318 yd | |
| Royal Oak Inn | North End, Wirksworth | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wirksworth Fish Bar | 19 Market Place, Wirksworth | 103 yd | |
| Wirksworth Balti | 13 St John Street, Wirksworth | 209 yd | |
| Birds Nest Chinese Takeaway | 51 St John Street, Wirksworth | 318 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food | Baileycroft Garage, Harrison Drive | 342 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wirksworth Leisure Centre HANNAGE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 574 yd |
| Wirksworth Swimming Pool WATER LANE BUSINESS CENTRE WATER LANE BUSINESS CENTRE WATER LANE | swimming pool | 653 yd |
| Wirksworth Recreation Ground Derby Road | grass pitches | 973 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 | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.