Thomson Drive is in Codnor, Ripley and in Amber Valley district. DE5 9RT 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 Thomson Drive, Codnor, Ripley, DE5 9RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE5 9RW, DE5 9RU, DE5 9RS, DE5 9RP, DE5 9TN, DE5 9TE, DE5 9RX, DE5 9RR, DE5 9TF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE5 9RT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51.8% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48.2% | -0.9% | 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 | 19.9% | 16.6% | -3.3% | 37.9% | -21.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 48.1% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 16% | 7.5% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 23.4% | 14.9% | -8.5% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
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 (63%) 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 | 29.4% | 26% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -22.4% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 37% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 25.7% | 24% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 11.3% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 10% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 9RT this area, 34.8% 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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 49.8% | 34.8% | -15.0% | 18.2% | 16.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 13% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 11.4% | 2.4% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 14.7% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.5% | 19.6% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 5.5% | 0.5% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| White | 100% | 98.5% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.2% | 98% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 98% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.8% | 76.7% | -10.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 33.7% | 13.5% | 20.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thomson Drive was 49.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.7% lower than the Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Thomson Drive has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 118 local areas in Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar and the 168th lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Thomson Drive, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-12-17 | £251,017 |
| 118 Thomson Drive, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-03-13 | £214,315 |
| 102 Thomson Drive, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-05-13 | £188,494 |
| 96 Thomson Drive, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2022-03-18 | £129,391 |
| 47 Thomson Drive, Ripley, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-06-02 | £176,780 |
DE5 9RT 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE5 9RT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripley Nursery School Sandham Lane , DE5 3HE | 3out of 4 | 2,287 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waingroves Primary School Waingroves Road , DE5 9TD | - not rated | 190 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled Whitegates , Codnor DE5 9QD | 3out of 4 | 588 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Dannah Street , DE5 3BD | 3out of 4 | 1,536 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Junior School Poplar Avenue , DE5 3PN | 3out of 4 | 2,048 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Infant School Kirk Close , Off Highfield Way DE5 3RY | 3out of 4 | 2,087 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 | 895 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldercar High School Daltons Close , Langley Mill NG16 4HL | 3out of 4 | 3,519 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Spencer Academy Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | 3out of 4 | 3,627 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick Hall School Derby Road , Swanwick DE55 1AE | 2out of 4 | 4,159 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Flamsteed Community School Derby Road , Denby DE5 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,235 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 | 4,128 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jasmine House School Jasmine House School , 34 Ilkeston Road DE75 7DT | - not rated | 4,129 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 | 659 yd | |
| The Codnor Kitchen | 25 High Street Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Thorn Tree | 161 Church Street Waingroves Ripley Derbyshire | 291 yd | |
| The Codnor Inn | 1 Jessop Street Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 391 yd | |
| The Poet & Castle | Poet And Castle 2 Alfreton Road Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 816 yd | |
| The Marquis Pub And Kitchen | 35 Codnor Denby Lane Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 888 yd | |
| The Groovers Arms | The Groovers Arms 153 Peasehill Ripley Derbyshire | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Codnor Tandoori | 19 Market Place Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 596 yd | |
| The Leaf And Loaf | 12A Market Place Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 596 yd | |
| Kingfisher Fish Bar | 14 Market Place Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 596 yd | |
| A J Katering | A.J Katering Cattermole Building Market Place Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 598 yd | |
| Cebella | 21 Market Place Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | High Street Codnor Ripley Derbyshire | 822 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waingroves Methodist Church Waingroves Road | 481 yd | |
| Codnor Ce Community School WHITE GATES | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Codnor Rec MARKET PLACE | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Codnor Sports Club WELFARE HOUSE WELFARE HOUSE GOOSE LANE | grass pitches | 753 yd |
| The Ripley Academy PEASEHILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 33.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.