Gordon Crescent is in Broadmeadows, Alfreton and in Bolsover district. DE55 3AJ is located in the South Normanton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolsover. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gordon Crescent, Broadmeadows, Alfreton, DE55 3AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE55 3AL, DE55 3AA, DE55 3BD, DE55 3BB, DE55 3BE, DE55 3NX, DE55 3LA, DE55 3AG, DE55 3AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE55 3AJ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 47.4% | 47.6% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 52.6% | 52.4% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DE55 3AJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.2% | 29.5% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 56.8% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.3% | 52.2% | -1.1% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 34.1% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 9% | 11.9% | 2.9% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 13.4% | 10.3% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 11.3% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 17.1% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 9% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 20% | 2.5% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 29.7% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 95.4% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 97.1% | 94.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 5.4% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gordon Crescent was 8.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.1% lower than the Pinxton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Gordon Crescent has the lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Pinxton and the 5th lowest crime rate of 250 local areas in Bolsover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Gordon Crescent, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-04-30 | £257,110 |
| 15 Gordon Crescent, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-04-25 | £310,064 |
| 22 Gordon Crescent, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £239,950 | 2022-01-07 | £298,208 |
| 14 Gordon Crescent, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2020-08-06 | £200,710 |
| 11 Gordon Crescent, Alfreton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2018-08-23 | £325,812 |
DE55 3AJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 138 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Nursery School Stanton Close , DE55 7SH | 4out of 4 | 4,029 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 | - not rated | 988 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Junior School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 3out of 4 | 988 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brigg Infant School 39 South Street , South Normanton DE55 2DA | - not rated | 1,043 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brigg Infant School 39 South Street , South Normanton DE55 2DA | 3out of 4 | 1,043 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John King Infant School Church Street West , NG16 6NB | - not rated | 1,168 yd | Community school | 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 | - not rated | 352 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 3out of 4 | 427 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston High School Chapel Road , Selston NG16 6BW | - not rated | 3,508 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston High School Chapel Road , Selston NG16 6BW | 3out of 4 | 3,508 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Grange Arts College Grange Street , DE55 7JA | - not rated | 3,708 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingdom Christian School 2,Derby Road , Alfreton DE55 7AQ | - not rated | 4,387 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 4,594 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick School and Sports College Hayes Lane , Swanwick DE55 1AR | 4out of 4 | 4,919 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick Gent School | Mansfield Road, South Normanton | 475 yd | |
| Whitbread Plc | Touchbase The Castlewood, Carter Lane East | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boundary Public House And Meridian Suite | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coco Sun Chinese Takeaway | 3 Lea Bank, Broadmeadows | 479 yd | |
| The Frying Squad | 130 The Common, South Normanton | 530 yd | |
| Snack Attack | 120 The Common, South Normanton | 530 yd | |
| Delhi Nights | 124 The Common, South Normanton | 530 yd | |
| Pizza Land | 10 Alfreton Road, South Normanton | 969 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick Gent School MANSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 427 yd |
| Broadmeadows Recreation Ground LEA BANK | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| Pinxton Tops Football Pitch CHURCH STREET WEST | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| Glebe Junior School HAMLET LANE | grass pitches | 992 yd |
| South Street Recreation Ground SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Holiday Inn Leisure Club (M1 Junction 28) CARTER LANE EAST | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,068 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 | 148 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.