Alfred Street is in Riddings, Alfreton and in Amber Valley district. DE55 4BE 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 Alfred Street, Riddings, Alfreton, DE55 4BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE55 4DP, DE55 4AZ, DE55 4DE, DE55 4EG, DE55 4BG, DE55 4AU, DE55 4DT, DE55 4BH, DE55 4EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE55 4BE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.9% | 50.3% | 4.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 54.1% | 49.7% | -4.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 4BE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.3% 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 | 44.1% | 45.3% | 1.2% | 37.9% | 7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.8% | 32.5% | -1.3% | 44.2% | -11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 5.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 10.3% | -2.9% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 47.5% | 45% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 34% | 33.9% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 14.4% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 5.4% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 28.9% | 19.2% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.1% | 15.8% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 11.5% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.7% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 20.5% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 23.1% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.3% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 98.8% | 94.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 94.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 76.7% | -6.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60% | 37.2% | 22.8% |
| Christian | 28.3% | 46.2% | -17.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alfred Street was 110.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.6% higher than the Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alfred Street has the 36th highest crime rate of 118 local areas in Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar and the 81st highest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Alfred Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2025-01-27 | £90,526 |
| 16 Alfred Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-03-01 | £125,444 |
| 15 Alfred Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2023-10-30 | £92,949 |
| 8 Alfred Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-06-24 | £100,508 |
| 5 Alfred Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2021-11-22 | £101,559 |
DE55 4BE 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 | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| 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 | 3,345 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Nursery School Sandham Lane , DE5 3HE | 3out of 4 | 4,122 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,571 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Normanton Nursery School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 4out of 4 | 4,582 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 | 239 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riddings Junior School Church Street , Riddings DE55 4BW | 3out of 4 | 395 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerlea Park Junior School Bank Street , Somercotes DE55 4JE | 1out of 4 | 1,156 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somercotes Infant and Nursery School Nottingham Road , Somercotes DE55 4LY | 1out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ironville and Codnor Primary School Victoria Street , NG16 5NB | 1out of 4 | 1,517 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,150 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 2out of 4 | 3,296 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ripley Academy Peasehill , DE5 3JQ | 1out of 4 | 3,403 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston High School Chapel Road , Selston NG16 6BW | 3out of 4 | 4,472 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 2out of 4 | 4,654 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,619 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watchorn Christian School 2,Derby Road , Alfreton DE55 7AQ | - not rated | 3,377 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 3,765 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| With Love From Derbyshire | 31 George Street Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 82 yd | |
| Tree Tops Activity Centre | Unit 21 Greenhill Lane Industrial Estate Charity Road Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhill Tavern | Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 251 yd | |
| Queens Head | High Street Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 264 yd | |
| Riddings Cricket Club | Riddings Cricket Club Social Club West Street Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 270 yd | |
| The Red Lion Inn | 150 Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 493 yd | |
| Seven Stars | 26 Church Street Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foo Lin Chinese | 27B Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 251 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 9 Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 485 yd | |
| Leabrooks Fish Bar | Leabrooks Fish Bar 24 Swanwick Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Range | The Range Unit 3 Nottingham Road Somercotes Alfreton Derbyshire | 880 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | 1 Swanwick Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riddings Park Shaw Street | grass pitches | 459 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 | 65.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 65.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 65.0% |
| 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 | 30.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.