Hamlet Lane is in South Normanton, Alfreton and in Bolsover district. DE55 2JB is located in the South Normanton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolsover. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hamlet Lane, South Normanton, Alfreton, DE55 2JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE55 2HA, DE55 2AE, DE55 2EJ, DE55 2AA, DE55 2JA, DE55 2EL, DE55 2HF, DE55 2AD, DE55 2HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE55 2JB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 51.5% | 48.2% | -3.3% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 51.8% | 3.3% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 31.9% | 36.5% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 42.4% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 10% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 8.1% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 35% | 39.4% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 33% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 18.2% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 7.6% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.5% | 26.6% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 14% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 17% | 3.3% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.4% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 17.7% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.1% | 16.2% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.1% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99% | 98.2% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 97.8% 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% | 97.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 97.2% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 42.3% | 46.2% | -3.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hamlet Lane was 34.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.5% lower than the Blackwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hamlet Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Blackwell and the 58th lowest crime rate of 249 local areas in Bolsover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Hamlet Lane, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-10-18 | £255,334 |
| 7 Hamlet Lane, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £121,750 | 2024-10-04 | £129,529 |
| 9 Hamlet Lane, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,500 | 2024-04-12 | £191,107 |
| 29 Hamlet Lane, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-03-21 | £155,257 |
| 14 Hamlet Lane, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-02-21 | £150,469 |
DE55 2JB 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 180 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 2,374 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Nursery School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 4out of 4 | 3,539 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glebe Junior School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 3out of 4 | 112 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Green Infant School New Street , South Normanton DE55 2BS | - not rated | 517 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brigg Infant School 39 South Street , South Normanton DE55 2DA | 3out of 4 | 621 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackwell Community Primary and Nursery School Primrose Hill , Blackwell DE55 5JG | 3out of 4 | 2,162 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John King Infant Academy Church Street West , NG16 6NB | 3out of 4 | 2,193 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 978 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 2out of 4 | 3,216 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tibshelf Community School Doe Hill Lane , Tibshelf DE55 5LZ | 3out of 4 | 4,398 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston High School Chapel Road , Selston NG16 6BW | 3out of 4 | 4,604 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 5,352 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 | 3,915 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 4,041 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick School and Sports College Hayes Lane , Swanwick DE55 1AR | 4out of 4 | 4,955 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army Community Outreach Centre | 124A Market Street, South Normanton | 171 yd | |
| SNCIC | Post Mill Centre, Market Street | 171 yd | |
| Coffee \& Books | 123 Market Street, South Normanton | 256 yd | |
| Spice Village | 6 Market Place, South Normanton | 354 yd | |
| Chillies Takeaway | 17 Market Place, South Normanton | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clock Inn | 107 Market Street, South Normanton | 172 yd | |
| Carnfield Club | Lees Lane, South Normanton | 254 yd | |
| The Market Tavern | 41 High Street, South Normanton | 408 yd | |
| The Villager | Main Street, South Normanton | 655 yd | |
| The Unity Club | Fordbridge Lane, South Normanton | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Fish And Kebab Shop | 41 Market Street, South Normanton | 268 yd | |
| Istanbul BBQ | 53 Market Street, South Normanton | 268 yd | |
| Suprema Pizzeria | 51 Market Street, South Normanton | 268 yd | |
| Kudos | 13 Market Street, South Normanton | 268 yd | |
| South Normanton Fish Bar | 15 Market Place, South Normanton | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Operative Food | The Co-operative, Market Place | 353 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Glebe Junior School HAMLET LANE | grass pitches | 64 yd |
| South Normanton Town Park Market Street | grass pitches | 196 yd |
| Progression HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 407 yd |
| South Street Recreation Ground SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 464 yd |
| South Normanton Athletic Fc (Mj Robinson Arena) Lees Lane | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Broadmeadows Recreation Ground LEA BANK | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Frederick Gent School MANSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 862 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 | 87.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.8% |
| 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 | 165.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.