Grange Street is in Alfreton and in Amber Valley district. DE55 7JA 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 Grange Street, Alfreton, DE55 7JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE55 7PN, DE55 7PL, DE55 7BT, DE55 7JB, DE55 7HZ, DE55 7HR, DE55 7BR, DE55 7HT, DE55 7BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE55 7JA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 51.7% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47% | 48.3% | 1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.6% | 29.3% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 38.8% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 3% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 17.7% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 8.6% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 10.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 29.6% | 30.9% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -17.5% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 40.9% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 20.1% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 6.9% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 35.8% | 23.4% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 10% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 17.3% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.5% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 15.6% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 23.4% | 12.1% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 7.5% | 3.9% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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 | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.1% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 99.3% | 91.5% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 6.6% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 91.5% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 27.6% | 13.5% | 14.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grange Street was 109.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.4% lower than the Alfreton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grange Street has the 24th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Alfreton and the 84th highest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Grange Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-12-05 | £149,881 |
| 32 Grange Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-11-01 | £138,279 |
| 6 Grange Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2023-12-22 | £156,792 |
| Alfreton Clinic Grange Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2023-10-18 | £446,845 |
| 53 Grange Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-07-01 | £170,591 |
DE55 7JA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 7JA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfreton Nursery School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 4out of 4 | 156 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Normanton Nursery School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 4out of 4 | 3,523 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 5,085 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 | 24 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge Junior School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 3out of 4 | 156 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copthorne Community Infant School Rodgers Lane , DE55 7FF | 3out of 4 | 792 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy Firs Avenue , DE55 7EN | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leys Junior School Flowery Leys Lane , DE55 7HA | 3out of 4 | 1,063 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 | 250 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick Hall School Derby Road , Swanwick DE55 1AE | 2out of 4 | 2,699 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 2out of 4 | 4,156 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 | 508 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick School and Sports College Hayes Lane , Swanwick DE55 1AR | 4out of 4 | 2,551 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Mews Cafe | Maple Mews Cafe Cressy Road Alfreton Derbyshire | 140 yd | |
| The Pottery | 1 Wycliffe Road Alfreton Derbyshire | 262 yd | |
| Naughty But Nice | Unit 3 Institute Lane Alfreton Derbyshire | 340 yd | |
| Chatterbox Cafe | Severn Square Alfreton Derbyshire | 340 yd | |
| Alfreton Indoor Market Cafe | Stall 63 Alfreton Indoor Market Hall Institute Lane Alfreton Derbyshire | 340 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Morewood Memorial Social Club | Palmer Morewood Memorial Social Club Ltd Hall Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 284 yd | |
| The King Alfred | 58 High Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 370 yd | |
| The Crossroads Tavern | 100 High Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 380 yd | |
| Blue Bell Inn | 30 High Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 390 yd | |
| Miners Arms | 66 Park Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 412 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Masala | 1A Cressy Road Alfreton Derbyshire | 279 yd | |
| Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway | 2A Chapel Walk Alfreton Derbyshire | 297 yd | |
| Star Kebab Pizza House | 114 High Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 370 yd | |
| Dobbins Baps | 10 New Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 399 yd | |
| Pizzabaker | 45 King Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 406 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Hall Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 340 yd | |
| Farm Foods | 73-75 High Street Alfreton Derbyshire | 415 yd | |
| Lidl | 20 Mansfield Road Alfreton Derbyshire | 566 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge Junior School GRANGE STREET | grass pitches | 75 yd |
| Alfreton Grange Arts College (Closed) Grange Street | grass pitches | 103 yd |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street | grass pitches | 192 yd |
| Alfreton Welfare WEST END CLOSE | grass pitches | 270 yd |
| Impact Arena North Street | grass pitches | 316 yd |
| In Trim Health Club (Closed) 32-46 32-46 King Street | health and fitness suite | 506 yd |
| Genesis Family Entertainment Centre GENESIS CENTRE STORE 2 GENESIS CENTRE STORE 2 KING STREET | 520 yd | |
| Alfreton Leisure Centre ALFRETON PARK | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 609 yd |
| The New Watchorn Tennis Centre (Closed) Ewart Lane | indoor tennis centre | 737 yd |
| Watchorn Recreational Ground WATCHORN LAWNS | grass pitches | 779 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 | 50.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.23 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.23 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.