Derby Road is in Ripley and in Amber Valley district. DE5 3HQ is located in the Ripley & Marehay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Amber Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Derby Road, Ripley, DE5 3HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE5 3HN, DE5 3HR, DE5 3AA, DE5 3EN, DE5 3AR, DE5 3PA, DE5 3AG, DE5 3AB, DE5 3EP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE5 3HQ 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 | 45.5% | 50.7% | 5.2% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 54.5% | 49.3% | -5.2% | 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 | 26.3% | 36.8% | 10.5% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 43.8% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.5% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.7% | 29.9% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -18.5% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 39.1% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 20.8% | 22.8% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 DE5 3HQ this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.4% | 28.6% | -12.8% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 14.3% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 14.7% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 10.2% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 13.5% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 15.5% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.3% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.2% | 99% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 99.7% 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 | 95.8% | 99.7% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 99.7% | 4.9% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.8% | 76.7% | -11.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 34.9% | 13.5% | 21.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.2% | 37.2% | 23.0% |
| Christian | 34% | 46.2% | -12.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Derby Road was 50.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.4% lower than the Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Derby Road has the 35th lowest crime rate of 118 local areas in Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar and the 173rd lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Derby Road, Ripley, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £58,333 | 2009-12-23 | £107,080 |
| 14 Derby Road, Ripley, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2003-01-13 | £449,622 |
DE5 3HQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 3HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripley Nursery School Sandham Lane , DE5 3HE | 3out of 4 | 306 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripley Junior School Poplar Avenue , DE5 3PN | 3out of 4 | 504 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Infant School Kirk Close , Off Highfield Way DE5 3RY | 3out of 4 | 563 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lons Infant School Tavistock Avenue , DE5 3SE | 3out of 4 | 653 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Dannah Street , DE5 3BD | 3out of 4 | 971 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waingroves Primary School Waingroves Road , DE5 9TD | - not rated | 1,884 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,217 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick Hall School Derby Road , Swanwick DE55 1AE | 2out of 4 | 3,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Flamsteed Community School Derby Road , Denby DE5 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,044 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belper School and Sixth Form Centre John O'Gaunts Way , DE56 0DA | 3out of 4 | 4,451 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Spencer Academy Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | 3out of 4 | 5,290 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,393 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watchorn Christian School 2,Derby Road , Alfreton DE55 7AQ | - not rated | 5,451 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brown Bear Cafe | 5 - 7 High Street Ripley Derbyshire | 200 yd | |
| Costa Ltd Store No 43042950 | 30 Oxford Street Ripley Derbyshire | 266 yd | |
| Monty's Cafe Bar | 33 Oxford Street Ripley Derbyshire | 266 yd | |
| C0FFEE N BEAN | 51 Oxford Street Ripley Derbyshire | 266 yd | |
| Truffles | 8 - 18 Grosvenor Road Ripley Derbyshire | 273 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pear Tree Hotel | 4 Derby Road Ripley Derbyshire | 119 yd | |
| Tom Said | Tom Said 1 Well Street Ripley Derbyshire | 175 yd | |
| Crompton Arms | 17 High Street Ripley Derbyshire | 176 yd | |
| Thorn Tree Inn | 35 Market Place Ripley Derbyshire | 215 yd | |
| White Lion | 12 - 14 Market Place Ripley Derbyshire | 282 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umudum Ltd | 2 High Street Ripley Derbyshire | 168 yd | |
| Tony's Fried Chicken And Pizza Ltd | Tonys Southern Fried Chicken 6 High Street Ripley Derbyshire | 170 yd | |
| The Cob Stop | 1A High Street Ripley Derbyshire | 176 yd | |
| Pizza 4 U | 32A Grosvenor Road Ripley Derbyshire | 273 yd | |
| Pizza Roma | 34 Grosvenor Road Ripley Derbyshire | 273 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 1 Derby Road Ripley Derbyshire | 67 yd | |
| Farm Foods | 24 Oxford Street Ripley Derbyshire | 222 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Cooperative Food Ripley Unit 5 Maple Avenue Ripley Derbyshire | 477 yd | |
| Lidl | Chapel Street Ripley Derbyshire | 547 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Hartshay Service Station Hartshay Hill Ripley Derbyshire | 798 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ripley Leisure Centre DERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 115 yd |
| Gym Fit DERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 136 yd |
| Ripley Junior School POPLAR AVENUE | grass pitches | 517 yd |
| St John'S C Of E Primary School DANNAH STREET | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| The Ripley Academy PEASEHILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,050 yd |
| Nottingham Road Playing Fields NOTTINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,083 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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.