Peak Avenue is in Riddings, Alfreton and in Amber Valley district. DE55 4AR is located in the Ironville & Riddings electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Amber Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Peak Avenue, Riddings, Alfreton, DE55 4AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE55 4AG, DE55 4AF, DE55 4AH, DE55 4AN, DE55 4AJ, DE55 4AE, DE55 1LS, DE55 4AP, DE55 4AQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE55 4AR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 53.2% | 4.9% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 51.7% | 46.8% | -4.9% | 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 vicinity of DE55 4AR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 14.2% | 14.4% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -23.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.4% | 60.4% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 7.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 15.8% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 9.7% |
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 (69.3%) 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 | 22.8% | 27.7% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -20.7% |
| Good health | 42.2% | 41.6% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 23.6% | 22.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 5% | -4.1% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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.
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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.5% | 27.3% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 11.4% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 12.7% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 13.6% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 8.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 14.5% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 15.5% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| White | 100% | 97.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 98.9% | 98.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.8% | 76.7% | -4.9% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.1% | 37.2% | -10.1% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 13.6% | 6.0% | 7.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Peak Avenue was 19.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.8% lower than the Ironville & Riddings average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Peak Avenue has the 6th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Ironville & Riddings and the 54th lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Peak Avenue, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-10-23 | £221,149 |
| 20 Peak Avenue, Alfreton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-07-27 | £259,483 |
| 38 Peak Avenue, Alfreton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-05-28 | £232,517 |
| 69 Peak Avenue, Alfreton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £448,000 | 2021-03-12 | £550,175 |
| 59 Peak Avenue, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-12-19 | £248,333 |
DE55 4AR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE55 4AR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfreton Nursery School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 4out of 4 | 2,731 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Nursery School Sandham Lane , DE5 3HE | 3out of 4 | 3,910 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Normanton Nursery School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 4out of 4 | 4,586 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,930 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riddings Infant and Nursery School West Street , Riddings DE55 4EW | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerlea Park Junior School Bank Street , Somercotes DE55 4JE | 1out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riddings Junior School Church Street , Riddings DE55 4BW | 3out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somercotes Infant and Nursery School Nottingham Road , Somercotes DE55 4LY | 1out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick Primary School South Street , Swanwick DE55 1BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,095 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 | 1,416 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 2out of 4 | 2,738 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ripley Academy Peasehill , DE5 3JQ | 1out of 4 | 3,474 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 2out of 4 | 4,791 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston High School Chapel Road , Selston NG16 6BW | 3out of 4 | 5,124 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 | 856 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watchorn Christian School 2,Derby Road , Alfreton DE55 7AQ | - not rated | 2,708 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 3,089 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tree Tops Activity Centre | Unit 21 Greenhill Lane Industrial Estate Charity Road Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 574 yd | |
| With Love From Derbyshire | 31 George Street Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 859 yd | |
| The Curry Lounge | Market Place Somercotes Alfreton Derbyshire | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion Inn | 150 Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 426 yd | |
| Three Horse Shoes | 68 Main Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 508 yd | |
| Greenhill Tavern | Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 547 yd | |
| Riddings Cricket Club | Riddings Cricket Club Social Club West Street Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 608 yd | |
| Lux Beauty And Tanning | Sterling House 49 Main Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 626 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Grill | 9 Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 431 yd | |
| Leabrooks Fish Bar | Leabrooks Fish Bar 24 Swanwick Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 441 yd | |
| Foo Lin Chinese | 27B Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 547 yd | |
| Wok Inn | 45 Main Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 664 yd | |
| Somercotes Fish Bar | 128 Somercotes Hill Somercotes Alfreton Derbyshire | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 1 Swanwick Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 435 yd | |
| The Range | The Range Unit 3 Nottingham Road Somercotes Alfreton Derbyshire | 949 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Market Place Somercotes Hill Somercotes Alfreton Derbyshire | 1,032 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riddings Park Shaw Street | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Somerlea Park Community Centre SHERWOOD STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Crays Hill Crays Hill | grass pitches | 799 yd |
| Somerlea Park Junior School BANK STREET | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| The Hayes Conference Centre | grass pitches | 1,009 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 | 43.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 43.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 43.9% |
| 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 | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.