Hartshay Hill is in Ripley and in Amber Valley district. DE5 3GU is located in the Ripley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Amber Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hartshay Hill, Ripley, DE5 3GU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE5 3HU, DE5 3HX, DE5 3SA, DE5 3SH, DE5 3SE, DE5 3SQ, DE5 3SG, DE5 3SD, DE5 3GF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE5 3GU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 53.1% | 48.2% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 46.9% | 51.8% | 4.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of DE5 3GU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70.6% 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 | 17.5% | 11.8% | -5.7% | 37.9% | -26.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.2% | 70.6% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 26.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 8.5% | 4.3% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 8.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 36.6% | 30.7% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -17.7% |
| Good health | 38.9% | 43.6% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 10.0% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 20% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.4% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 30.8% | 21.9% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 11.9% | 1.9% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 12.9% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 10.5% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 11.9% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 26.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.2% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 98.5% | 96.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hartshay Hill was 94.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 170.5% higher than the Heage & Ambergate average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Hartshay Hill has the 6th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Heage & Ambergate and the 108th highest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hartshay Hill, Ripley, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2021-07-22 | £258,276 |
| 2 Hartshay Hill, Ripley, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2013-09-23 | £340,116 |
DE5 3GU 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 DE5 3GU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 120 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripley Nursery School Sandham Lane , DE5 3HE | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Nursery School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 4out of 4 | 5,232 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lons Infant School Tavistock Avenue , DE5 3SE | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Junior School Poplar Avenue , DE5 3PN | 3out of 4 | 1,144 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Infant School Kirk Close , Off Highfield Way DE5 3RY | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Dannah Street , DE5 3BD | 3out of 4 | 1,470 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick Primary School South Street , Swanwick DE55 1BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,369 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ripley Academy Peasehill , DE5 3JQ | 1out of 4 | 1,932 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick Hall School Derby Road , Swanwick DE55 1AE | 2out of 4 | 2,730 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belper School and Sixth Form Centre John O'Gaunts Way , DE56 0DA | 3out of 4 | 4,511 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Flamsteed Community School Derby Road , Denby DE5 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,517 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 2out of 4 | 5,431 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanwick School and Sports College Hayes Lane , Swanwick DE55 1AR | 4out of 4 | 3,101 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watchorn Christian School 2,Derby Road , Alfreton DE55 7AQ | - not rated | 4,968 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 5,196 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seafish | 68 Cromford Road Ripley Derbyshire | 276 yd | |
| Fusion Yoga Studio And Wellbing Centre | The Mews 7 Church Street Ripley Derbyshire | 575 yd | |
| Market Place Cafe | 4 Market Place Ripley Derbyshire | 579 yd | |
| Shapla Spice | 1 Church Street Ripley Derbyshire | 614 yd | |
| The Kathmandu Ltd | 11 Church Street Ripley Derbyshire | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lion | 12 - 14 Market Place Ripley Derbyshire | 589 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Market Place Ripley Derbyshire | 589 yd | |
| The Three Horse Shoes | 10 Market Place Ripley Derbyshire | 589 yd | |
| Nags Head Ripley Ltd | 56 Butterley Hill Ripley Derbyshire | 589 yd | |
| The Talbot Taphouse | 1 Butterley Hill Ripley Derbyshire | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Food Inn | 19 Church Street Ripley Derbyshire | 614 yd | |
| Tonys Delight / Tonys Spice Grill | 18 Church Street Ripley Derbyshire | 614 yd | |
| Oriental Wok | 12 Chapel Street Ripley Derbyshire | 630 yd | |
| Tony's Fried Chicken And Pizza Ltd | Tonys Southern Fried Chicken 6 High Street Ripley Derbyshire | 653 yd | |
| Umudum Ltd | 2 High Street Ripley Derbyshire | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | Hartshay Service Station Hartshay Hill Ripley Derbyshire | 6 yd | |
| Lidl | Chapel Street Ripley Derbyshire | 630 yd | |
| Farm Foods | 24 Oxford Street Ripley Derbyshire | 683 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | 1 Derby Road Ripley Derbyshire | 789 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Cooperative Food Ripley Unit 5 Maple Avenue Ripley Derbyshire | 913 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ripley Leisure Centre DERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 849 yd |
| Gym Fit DERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 928 yd |
| Ripley Junior School POPLAR AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,078 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.