West Street is in Riddings, Alfreton and in Amber Valley district. DE55 4EW 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 West Street, Riddings, Alfreton, DE55 4EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE55 4DW, DE55 4AS, DE55 4EZ, DE55 4DS, DE55 4BG, DE55 4EY, DE55 4DT, DE55 4AU, DE55 4DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE55 4EW has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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% | 47.3% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 50.2% | 52.7% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 38.5% | 38.1% | -0.4% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.3% | 38.6% | 3.3% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 14.8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 5.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 41.6% | 34.2% | -7.4% | 48.4% | -14.2% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 41.8% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 8.2% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 18.6% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 3.8% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 20% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 11.9% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 21.9% | -0.1% | 13.4% | 8.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.2% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 19% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 20% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 6.4% | 1.9% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.3% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 94.6% | 93.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 93.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 5.5% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.4% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.7% | 37.2% | 14.5% |
| Christian | 40% | 46.2% | -6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Street was 114.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.3% higher than the Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Street has the 30th highest crime rate of 118 local areas in Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar and the 72nd highest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 West Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-03-31 | £129,249 |
| Granwax West Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £399,992 | 2024-02-29 | £418,879 |
| 5 West Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2023-05-19 | £137,590 |
| 13 West Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-05-27 | £113,020 |
| 10 West Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-05-05 | £139,957 |
DE55 4EW 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfreton Nursery School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 4out of 4 | 3,080 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripley Nursery School Sandham Lane , DE5 3HE | 3out of 4 | 4,227 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Normanton Nursery School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 4out of 4 | 4,390 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,490 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 | 171 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riddings Junior School Church Street , Riddings DE55 4BW | 3out of 4 | 467 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somerlea Park Junior School Bank Street , Somercotes DE55 4JE | 1out of 4 | 899 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Somercotes Infant and Nursery School Nottingham Road , Somercotes DE55 4LY | 1out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ironville and Codnor Primary School Victoria Street , NG16 5NB | 1out of 4 | 1,726 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 | 2,021 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 2out of 4 | 3,028 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ripley Academy Peasehill , DE5 3JQ | 1out of 4 | 3,585 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 2out of 4 | 4,498 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston High School Chapel Road , Selston NG16 6BW | 3out of 4 | 4,534 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 | 1,465 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watchorn Christian School 2,Derby Road , Alfreton DE55 7AQ | - not rated | 3,119 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 3,507 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 | 343 yd | |
| Tree Tops Activity Centre | Unit 21 Greenhill Lane Industrial Estate Charity Road Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 680 yd | |
| The Curry Lounge | Market Place Somercotes Alfreton Derbyshire | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riddings Cricket Club | Riddings Cricket Club Social Club West Street Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 2 yd | |
| Greenhill Tavern | Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 109 yd | |
| The Red Lion Inn | 150 Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 239 yd | |
| Queens Head | High Street Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 507 yd | |
| Seven Stars | 26 Church Street Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foo Lin Chinese | 27B Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 109 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 9 Greenhill Lane Riddings Alfreton Derbyshire | 230 yd | |
| Leabrooks Fish Bar | Leabrooks Fish Bar 24 Swanwick Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 822 yd | |
| Wok Inn | 45 Main Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 851 yd | |
| Somercotes Fish Bar | 128 Somercotes Hill Somercotes Alfreton Derbyshire | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Range | The Range Unit 3 Nottingham Road Somercotes Alfreton Derbyshire | 653 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | 1 Swanwick Road Leabrooks Alfreton Derbyshire | 824 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Market Place Somercotes Hill Somercotes Alfreton Derbyshire | 1,008 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riddings Park Shaw Street | grass pitches | 192 yd |
| Somerlea Park Community Centre SHERWOOD STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Somerlea Park Junior School BANK STREET | grass pitches | 928 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.