King Street is in Belper and in Amber Valley district. DE56 1PW is located in the Belper North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about King Street, Belper, DE56 1PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE56 1PT, DE56 1PS, DE56 1UP, DE56 1AP, DE56 1QB, DE56 1PL, DE56 1AX, DE56 1AY, DE56 1AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE56 1PW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.9% | 48.6% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.1% | 51.4% | 2.3% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DE56 1PW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.5% | 43.3% | -2.2% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27% | 30.6% | 3.6% | 44.2% | -13.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 3.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 17.2% | 12.7% | -4.5% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 48.7% | 44.2% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 36% | 5.6% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 14.5% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 15.9% | 11.6% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 6% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 13.5% | -6.2% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 5.6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 20.7% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 40.6% | 11.4% | 33.8% | 6.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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 | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.6% | 93.6% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 94.5% | 90.4% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 90.4% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 38.3% | 46.2% | -7.9% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King Street was 913.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 2664.7% higher than the Belper East average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
King Street has the highest crime rate of 74 local areas in Belper East and the 2nd highest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 236.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 - 13 King Street, Belper, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-06-29 | £278,944 |
| 25 King Street, Belper, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-05-06 | £156,106 |
| 21 King Street, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £103,571 | 2009-12-21 | £190,122 |
| 21 King Street, Belper, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £57,428 | 2009-12-21 | £103,808 |
| 25 King Street, Belper, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,500 | 2003-03-06 | £218,950 |
DE56 1PW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Row Primary School Long Row , DE56 1DR | 3out of 4 | 484 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy Matlock Road , DE56 2JD | 4out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School and Nursery Laund Nook , DE56 1GY | 3out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Herbert Strutt Primary School Thornhill Avenue , DE56 1SH | 3out of 4 | 1,498 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pottery Primary School Kilbourne Road , DE56 1HA | 3out of 4 | 1,822 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belper School and Sixth Form Centre John O'Gaunts Way , DE56 0DA | 3out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Flamsteed Community School Derby Road , Denby DE5 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,271 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ecclesbourne School Wirksworth Road , Duffield DE56 4GS | 4out of 4 | 4,609 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,857 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa | 17 King Street Belper Derbyshire | 3 yd | |
| Distinct Gaming Limited | The Old Telephone Exchange Wellington Court Belper Derbyshire | 72 yd | |
| Artisan Bean Company | 8A King Street Belper Derbyshire | 75 yd | |
| The Party Palace (Derby) Ltd | The Party Palace Derby Ltd 10 Campbell Street Belper Derbyshire | 119 yd | |
| Beaurepaire Patisserie | 52 King Street Belper Derbyshire | 123 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railway | 25 King Street Belper Derbyshire | 3 yd | |
| Corn Exchange | 8 King Street Belper Derbyshire | 38 yd | |
| The Bank @ Belper | 34 King Street Belper Derbyshire | 81 yd | |
| Bartleby's | The Scrivener 1D Campbell Street Belper Derbyshire | 97 yd | |
| Arkwrights Bar Limited | Arkwrights Bar 6 Campbell Street Belper Derbyshire | 124 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Street Fish Bar | King Street Fish Bar 37 King Street Belper Derbyshire | 131 yd | |
| Niks Signature | 18 Bridge Street Belper Derbyshire | 135 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 55D (Unit 3A) King Street Belper Derbyshire | 189 yd | |
| Dessertalicious | 67A Bridge Street Belper Derbyshire | 276 yd | |
| Fresh Bite Pizzaria | 7 Market Place Belper Derbyshire | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Unit 2 Chapel Street Belper Derbyshire | 162 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Strutt Street Belper Derbyshire | 202 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Chapel Street Belper Derbyshire | 340 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belper Town Football Club (Silver X Stadium) BRIDGE STREET | grass pitches | 518 yd |
| Strutts Centre THE STRUTT CENTRE THE STRUTT CENTRE DERBY ROAD | 546 yd | |
| Belper Meadows Sports Club BRIDGE STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 566 yd |
| The Fit Pit EAST MILL EAST MILL BRIDGE FOOT | health and fitness suite | 662 yd |
| Manor Rec ALDER ROAD | grass pitches | 969 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 | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.5% |
| 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 | 43.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.