Brookvale Avenue is in Codnor, Ripley and in Amber Valley district. DE5 9QL is located in the Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Amber Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brookvale Avenue, Codnor, Ripley, DE5 9QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE5 9QN, DE5 9QJ, DE5 9RB, DE5 9RF, DE5 9QH, DE5 9SE, DE5 9UA, DE5 9TH, DE5 9QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE5 9QL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 50.2% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 52% | 49.8% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 30.9% | 37.4% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 39% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -5.2% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 14.2% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 7.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 45.3% | 46.1% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 29.6% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 16.8% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 6.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 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.
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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.8% | 27% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 11.7% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.9% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.3% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 18.1% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 19% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 5.7% | 4% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98% | 97.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97% | 97% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 97% | 97% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.3% | 37.2% | 18.1% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookvale Avenue was 70.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.8% lower than the Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brookvale Avenue has the 51st lowest crime rate of 118 local areas in Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar and the 156th highest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Brookvale Avenue, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2025-05-15 | £176,000 |
| 14 Brookvale Avenue, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2024-07-12 | £171,713 |
| 47 Brookvale Avenue, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-12-04 | £183,258 |
| 16 Brookvale Avenue, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-09-21 | £241,283 |
| 16 Brookvale Avenue, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,950 | 2020-09-04 | £187,572 |
DE5 9QL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripley Nursery School Sandham Lane , DE5 3HE | 3out of 4 | 2,182 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled Whitegates , Codnor DE5 9QD | 3out of 4 | 426 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waingroves Primary School Waingroves Road , DE5 9TD | - not rated | 537 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Dannah Street , DE5 3BD | 3out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Junior School Poplar Avenue , DE5 3PN | 3out of 4 | 2,045 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Infant School Kirk Close , Off Highfield Way DE5 3RY | 3out of 4 | 2,099 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 | 724 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick Hall School Derby Road , Swanwick DE55 1AE | 2out of 4 | 3,577 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldercar High School Daltons Close , Langley Mill NG16 4HL | 3out of 4 | 3,809 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Spencer Academy Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | 3out of 4 | 4,215 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Flamsteed Community School Derby Road , Denby DE5 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,715 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,518 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jasmine House School Jasmine House School , 34 Ilkeston Road DE75 7DT | - not rated | 4,620 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeera Restaurant | 19 - 21 High Street Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 431 yd | |
| The Codnor Kitchen | 25 High Street Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Poet & Castle | Poet And Castle 2 Alfreton Road Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 505 yd | |
| The Codnor Inn | 1 Jessop Street Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 598 yd | |
| The Thorn Tree | 161 Church Street Waingroves Ripley Derbyshire | 799 yd | |
| The Groovers Arms | The Groovers Arms 153 Peasehill Ripley Derbyshire | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codnor Fish Bar | Unit 2 45 High Street Codnor Ripley Derbyshire DE5 9QS Ripley Derbyshire | 347 yd | |
| The Gate Fryer | 325 Nottingham Road Ripley Derbyshire | 370 yd | |
| Cebella | 21 Market Place Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 513 yd | |
| A J Katering | A.J Katering Cattermole Building Market Place Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 526 yd | |
| Codnor Tandoori | 19 Market Place Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | High Street Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 346 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Codnor Ce Community School WHITE GATES | grass pitches | 309 yd |
| Waingroves Methodist Church Waingroves Road | 575 yd | |
| Codnor Rec MARKET PLACE | grass pitches | 590 yd |
| Codnor Sports Club WELFARE HOUSE WELFARE HOUSE GOOSE LANE | grass pitches | 771 yd |
| The Ripley Academy PEASEHILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 864 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 33.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.