Millers Way is in Milford, Belper and in Amber Valley district. DE56 0UP is located in the Belper South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 2009-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Millers Way, Milford, Belper, DE56 0UP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE56 0UQ, DE56 0UL, DE56 0RZ, DE56 0SA, DE56 0RP, DE56 0RN, DE56 0RL, DE56 0QJ, DE56 0RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE56 0UP is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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 | 46.8% | 46.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 53.2% | 53.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 DE56 0UP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 28.3% | 28.9% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54% | 54.5% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 5.2% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 40.7% | 46.3% | 5.6% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 35% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 14.6% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 11.1% | -9.8% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 8% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 10.8% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 8.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 19.1% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 38.8% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.8% | 96.5% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97% | 97.3% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 98.1% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.7% | 76.7% | 7.0% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 47.8% | 46.2% | 1.6% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Millers Way was 49.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.9% higher than the Belper East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Millers Way has the 27th highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Belper East and the 169th lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 38.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Slater House Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-04-28 | £170,000 |
| 3 Slater House Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-09-27 | £199,157 |
| 5 Slater House Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2017-09-25 | £195,786 |
| 3 Slater House Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2016-12-05 | £226,515 |
| 1 Slater House Millers Way, Belper, Derbyshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £159,950 | 2016-09-01 | £212,557 |
DE56 0UP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE56 0UP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 121 |
| Retired | 106 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milford Primary School Chevin Road , Milford DE56 0QH | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herbert Strutt Primary School Thornhill Avenue , DE56 1SH | 3out of 4 | 1,616 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbrook Church of England Primary School Moorside Lane , Holbrook DE56 0TW | 3out of 4 | 1,977 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School Vicarage Lane , Duffield DE56 4EB | 4out of 4 | 2,084 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Row Primary School Long Row , DE56 1DR | 3out of 4 | 2,474 yd | Community 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 | 4out of 4 | 2,633 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belper School and Sixth Form Centre John O'Gaunts Way , DE56 0DA | 3out of 4 | 3,115 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Flamsteed Community School Derby Road , Denby DE5 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,380 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holbrook School for Autism Portway , DE56 0TE | 3out of 4 | 2,432 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 | 220 yd | |
| DS Smith | Derby Road Belper Derbyshire | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milford Social Club | 5 Chevin Road Milford Belper Derbyshire | 435 yd | |
| Nealies | Nealies Function Room Derby Road Milford Belper Derbyshire | 568 yd | |
| The Elephant & Peacock | Derby Road Milford Belper Derbyshire | 648 yd | |
| King William IV | The Bridge Milford Belper Derbyshire | 664 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Milford Primary School CHEVIN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 557 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 | 50.0% |
| 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.