The Green is in Swanwick, Alfreton and in Amber Valley district. DE55 1BL is located in the Swanwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Amber Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Green, Swanwick, Alfreton, DE55 1BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE55 1FB, DE55 1AB, DE55 1AA, DE55 1BN, DE55 1FE, DE55 1FD, DE55 1AN, DE55 1BP, DE55 1AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE55 1BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.5% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 31.4% | 31% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 45.5% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 10.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 7.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 42.1% | 50.9% | 8.8% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 30.6% | -11.2% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 12.7% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 4.6% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 31.4% | 18.9% | -12.5% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 12.1% | 2.3% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 11.7% | 1.1% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 15.8% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 32.1% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.4% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.9% | 97.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 97.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.3% | 37.2% | 16.1% |
| Christian | 39.9% | 46.2% | -6.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Green was 120.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.4% higher than the Ironville & Riddings average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Green has the highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Ironville & Riddings and the 66th highest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 83.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Green, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-03-07 | £243,585 |
| 8 The Green, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-10-31 | £243,536 |
| 8 The Green, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £136,500 | 2023-08-21 | £146,422 |
| 15 The Green, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-06-30 | £156,189 |
| 10 The Green, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £131,000 | 2022-07-28 | £142,445 |
DE55 1BL 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfreton Nursery School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 4out of 4 | 2,380 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Nursery School Sandham Lane , DE5 3HE | 3out of 4 | 3,492 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanwick Primary School South Street , Swanwick DE55 1BZ | 3out of 4 | 533 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somercotes Infant and Nursery School Nottingham Road , Somercotes DE55 4LY | 1out of 4 | 2,366 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerlea Park Junior School Bank Street , Somercotes DE55 4JE | 1out of 4 | 2,379 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge Junior School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 3out of 4 | 2,486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Infant School Marshall Street , DE55 7BW | 4out of 4 | 2,554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanwick Hall School Derby Road , Swanwick DE55 1AE | 2out of 4 | 430 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 2out of 4 | 2,592 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ripley Academy Peasehill , DE5 3JQ | 1out of 4 | 3,771 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 | 927 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watchorn Christian School 2,Derby Road , Alfreton DE55 7AQ | - not rated | 2,117 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 2,370 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Salt Pot | The Green Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire | 2 yd | |
| The Pantry | The Pantry 81 Derby Road Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boot & Slipper | The Green Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire | 2 yd | |
| Swanwick Methodist Church | Derby Road Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire | 108 yd | |
| The Steampacket | Derby Road Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire | 108 yd | |
| Cross Keys | Derby Road Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire | 424 yd | |
| The Gate Inn | The Delves Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Chef | 1 The Green Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire | 2 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swanwick Hall School | grass pitches | 237 yd |
| Swanwick Welfare RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND CHAPEL STREET | grass pitches | 346 yd |
| Swanwick School And Sports College Hayes Lane | artificial grass pitch | 575 yd |
| Swanwick Pentrich Road Fc HIGHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| The Hayes Conference Centre | grass pitches | 1,023 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 | 68.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 68.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 68.0% |
| 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 | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.