South Street is in South Normanton, Alfreton and in Bolsover district. DE55 2DA is located in the South Normanton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolsover. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Street, South Normanton, Alfreton, DE55 2DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE55 2DF, DE55 2DE, DE55 2DG, DE55 2BZ, DE55 2DB, DE55 2BY, DE55 2DD, DE55 2LJ, DE55 2EE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE55 2DA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 49.8% | 48.8% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.2% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DE55 2DA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44% | 42.5% | -1.5% | 37.9% | 4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 39.4% | 2.6% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 2.6% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.4% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5.2% | 0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.3% | 40.7% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 37.9% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 14.4% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 4.5% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 DE55 2DA this area, 32.3% 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 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 32.3% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 9.4% | -9.7% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 15.1% | -6.4% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 8.3% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 17.2% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 15.1% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 6.2% | 2.6% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.3% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 94.1% | 93.9% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 94.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.7% | 76.7% | -20.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 4.5% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 35.9% | 13.5% | 22.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.3% | 37.2% | 16.1% |
| Christian | 41.4% | 46.2% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Street was 65.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.1% higher than the Blackwell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
South Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Blackwell and the 125th lowest crime rate of 249 local areas in Bolsover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 South Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-10-16 | £145,291 |
| 25 South Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2023-05-26 | £152,091 |
| 63 South Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2023-03-13 | £142,942 |
| 4 South Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2022-12-12 | £128,946 |
| 6 South Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2022-03-03 | £115,003 |
DE55 2DA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Normanton Nursery School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 4out of 4 | 497 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 2,226 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Nursery School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 4out of 4 | 4,072 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brigg Infant School 39 South Street , South Normanton DE55 2DA | 3out of 4 | 135 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Green Infant School New Street , South Normanton DE55 2BS | - not rated | 524 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Junior School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 3out of 4 | 527 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John King Infant Academy Church Street West , NG16 6NB | 3out of 4 | 2,010 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School Primrose Hill , Blackwell DE55 5JG | 3out of 4 | 2,128 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 2out of 4 | 810 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 2out of 4 | 3,750 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tibshelf Community School Doe Hill Lane , Tibshelf DE55 5LZ | 3out of 4 | 4,257 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston High School Chapel Road , Selston NG16 6BW | 3out of 4 | 4,573 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 4,849 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watchorn Christian School 2,Derby Road , Alfreton DE55 7AQ | - not rated | 4,449 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 4,567 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne School Huthwaite School , Sutton in Ashfield NG17 2EL | - not rated | 5,084 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick School and Sports College Hayes Lane , Swanwick DE55 1AR | 4out of 4 | 5,464 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The School House | 43 Church Street, South Normanton | 424 yd | |
| Cafe 77 | 77 High Street, South Normanton | 554 yd | |
| Salvation Army Community Outreach Centre | 124A Market Street, South Normanton | 555 yd | |
| SNCIC | Post Mill Centre, Market Street | 555 yd | |
| Coffee \& Books | 123 Market Street, South Normanton | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villager | Main Street, South Normanton | 286 yd | |
| The Market Tavern | 41 High Street, South Normanton | 560 yd | |
| The Clock Inn | 107 Market Street, South Normanton | 612 yd | |
| Carnfield Club | Lees Lane, South Normanton | 681 yd | |
| The Unity Club | Fordbridge Lane, South Normanton | 749 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peppers Take Away | 29 Church Street, South Normanton | 424 yd | |
| South Normanton Fish Bar | 15 Market Place, South Normanton | 568 yd | |
| The Frying Squad | 130 The Common, South Normanton | 634 yd | |
| Snack Attack | 120 The Common, South Normanton | 634 yd | |
| Delhi Nights | 124 The Common, South Normanton | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Operative Food | The Co-operative, Market Place | 566 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Street Recreation Ground SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 91 yd |
| South Normanton Town Park Market Street | grass pitches | 466 yd |
| Progression HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 554 yd |
| Glebe Junior School HAMLET LANE | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Frederick Gent School MANSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 728 yd |
| Holiday Inn Leisure Club (M1 Junction 28) CARTER LANE EAST | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 851 yd |
| Broadmeadows Recreation Ground LEA BANK | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| South Normanton Athletic Fc (Mj Robinson Arena) Lees Lane | grass pitches | 922 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 127.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.