Gladstone Road is in Alfreton and in Amber Valley district. DE55 7AW is located in the Alfreton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Amber Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gladstone Road, Alfreton, DE55 7AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE55 7AX, DE55 7AY, DE55 7AQ, DE55 7JE, DE55 7DF, DE55 7PD, DE55 7DG, DE55 7AU, DE55 7DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE55 7AW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 46.9% | 49.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 53.1% | 50.8% | -2.3% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 7AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% 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 | 30.8% | 23% | -7.8% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 59.6% | 8.9% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 7.8% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 7.8% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.7% | 46.6% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 34.6% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 12.8% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.6% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 25% | 21.3% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 12.2% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 13% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.4% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 17.4% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 26.1% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -7.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 98.5% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 96.1% | 95.5% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 94.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 65% | 46.2% | 18.8% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gladstone Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Alfreton average.
Gladstone Road has the lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Alfreton and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 410 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Gladstone Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2023-08-01 | £168,949 |
| 13 Gladstone Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-12-17 | £134,232 |
| 8 Gladstone Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-10-08 | £345,039 |
| 1 Gladstone Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2017-10-13 | £119,810 |
| 11 Gladstone Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2017-08-25 | £136,462 |
DE55 7AW 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 7AW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfreton Nursery School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 4out of 4 | 413 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Normanton Nursery School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 4out of 4 | 4,044 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croft Infant School Marshall Street , DE55 7BW | 4out of 4 | 539 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge Junior School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 3out of 4 | 597 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copthorne Community Infant School Rodgers Lane , DE55 7FF | 3out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy Firs Avenue , DE55 7EN | 3out of 4 | 1,398 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leys Junior School Flowery Leys Lane , DE55 7HA | 3out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 2out of 4 | 738 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick Hall School Derby Road , Swanwick DE55 1AE | 2out of 4 | 2,358 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 2out of 4 | 4,659 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 59 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 334 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick School and Sports College Hayes Lane , Swanwick DE55 1AR | 4out of 4 | 2,313 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thapa's | 84 - 86 King Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 439 yd | |
| Sanam Tandoori Restaurant | 50 - 52 King Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 439 yd | |
| Bright Eyes Cafe | Alfreton Genesis Enterprise & Business Incubator King Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 551 yd | |
| Alfreton Leisure Centre | Church Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 571 yd | |
| Taj | 26 King Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alfreton Masonic Hall / The Watchorn | Alfreton Masonic Hall Abraham Lincoln Memorial Library Derby Road Alfreton Derbyshire | 118 yd | |
| Miners Arms | 66 Park Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 122 yd | |
| Palmer Morewood Memorial Social Club | Palmer Morewood Memorial Social Club Ltd Hall Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 518 yd | |
| Genesis Family Entertainment Centre (Strikes Bowling) | Alfreton Genesis Enterprise & Business Incubator King Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 551 yd | |
| Wagon & Horses | 9 King Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 577 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local Fry And Grill | 141 King Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 118 yd | |
| Oriental | 12 Park Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 122 yd | |
| Pizzabaker | 45 King Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 481 yd | |
| Dobbins Baps | 10 New Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 621 yd | |
| Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway | 2A Chapel Walk Alfreton Derbyshire | 661 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Hall Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 639 yd | |
| Farm Foods | 73-75 High Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 779 yd | |
| Lidl | 20 Mansfield Road Alfreton Derbyshire | 1,080 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The New Watchorn Tennis Centre (Closed) Ewart Lane | indoor tennis centre | 249 yd |
| Watchorn Recreational Ground WATCHORN LAWNS | grass pitches | 307 yd |
| Woodbridge Junior School GRANGE STREET | grass pitches | 502 yd |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| In Trim Health Club (Closed) 32-46 32-46 King Street | health and fitness suite | 555 yd |
| Alfreton Leisure Centre ALFRETON PARK | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 557 yd |
| Genesis Family Entertainment Centre GENESIS CENTRE STORE 2 GENESIS CENTRE STORE 2 KING STREET | 579 yd | |
| Alfreton Grange Arts College (Closed) Grange Street | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Alfreton Park ALFRETON PARK | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Alfreton Welfare WEST END CLOSE | grass pitches | 708 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 | 72.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.