Millers Way is in Milford, Belper and in Amber Valley district. DE56 0RZ is located in the Belper South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 2007-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Millers Way, Milford, Belper, DE56 0RZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE56 0SA, DE56 0UL, DE56 0RN, DE56 0RP, DE56 0UP, DE56 0QJ, DE56 0UQ, DE56 0RL, DE56 0RY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE56 0RZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 48.6% | 48.4% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 51.4% | 51.6% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 | 36% | 41.6% | 5.6% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 36% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 16.8% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 7.7% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 3.4% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 56.9% | 50.4% | -6.5% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 33.2% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 11.6% | 2.8% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11% | 11.2% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 7.2% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 9.7% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.2% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 16.2% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 49% | 48% | -1.0% | 33.8% | 14.2% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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 | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.2% | 95.4% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 96.4% | 93.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 4.9% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 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 | 96.4% | 93.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.5% | 37.2% | 18.3% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Millers Way was 25.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.1% lower than the Belper East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Millers Way has the 25th lowest crime rate of 74 local areas in Belper East and the 79th lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2025-11-17 | £290,637 |
| 66 Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-10-31 | £234,763 |
| 64 Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-07-25 | £277,645 |
| 44 Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-01-31 | £264,615 |
| 18 Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,500 | 2023-12-21 | £161,500 |
DE56 0RZ 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 | 144 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Education | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milford Primary School Chevin Road , Milford DE56 0QH | 3out of 4 | 447 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herbert Strutt Primary School Thornhill Avenue , DE56 1SH | 3out of 4 | 1,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbrook CofE Primary School Moorside Lane , Holbrook DE56 0TW | - not rated | 1,828 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbrook Church of England Primary School Moorside Lane , Holbrook DE56 0TW | - not rated | 1,828 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Gilbert Endowed Primary School Vicarage Lane , Duffield DE56 4EB | - not rated | 1,954 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ecclesbourne School Wirksworth Road , Duffield DE56 4GS | - not rated | 2,495 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ecclesbourne School Wirksworth Road , Duffield DE56 4GS | 3out of 4 | 2,495 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belper School and Sixth Form Centre John O'Gaunts Way , DE56 0DA | - not rated | 3,162 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Flamsteed Community School Derby Road , Denby DE5 8NP | - not rated | 4,308 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Flamsteed Community School Derby Road , Denby DE5 8NP | - not rated | 4,308 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowen House School 50 Holbrook Road , DE56 1PB | - not rated | 1,221 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Springhill School Hazelwood Road , Duffield DE56 4AA | - not rated | 1,609 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Holbrook School for Autism Portway , DE56 0TE | - not rated | 2,240 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwood House Portway , Holbrook DE56 0TE | - not rated | 2,240 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbrook School for Autism Portway , DE56 0TE | 3out of 4 | 2,240 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Just - Ice | Flumina House Foundry Lane Milford Belper Derbyshire | 157 yd | |
| DS Smith | Derby Road Belper Derbyshire | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milford Social Club | 5 Chevin Road Milford Belper Derbyshire | 307 yd | |
| Nealies | Nealies Function Room Derby Road Milford Belper Derbyshire | 440 yd | |
| The Elephant & Peacock | Derby Road Milford Belper Derbyshire | 522 yd | |
| King William IV | The Bridge Milford Belper Derbyshire | 562 yd | |
| Holly Bush Inn | Holly Bush Lane Makeney Belper Derbyshire | 1,020 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Milford Primary School CHEVIN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 442 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 | 89.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.2% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 34.78 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.