Ashbourne Road is in Cowers Lane, Belper and in Amber Valley district. DE56 2LG is located in the Alport & South West Parishes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derbyshire Dales. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashbourne Road, Cowers Lane, Belper, DE56 2LG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE56 2LG is primarily male, with 53.3% 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 | 48.9% | 46.7% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 51.1% | 53.3% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 2LG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.5% 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 | 20.5% | 24.3% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 61.5% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 17.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 10.1% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.1% | 51.1% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 34.1% | -5.0% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 11.1% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 17.4% | 15.9% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 8.2% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 13.2% | 2.7% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 6.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 15% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.3% | 38.2% | -1.1% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 94.4% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 98.9% | 94.8% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 95.2% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 57.3% | 46.2% | 11.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashbourne Road was 10.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.4% lower than the Alport & South West Parishes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashbourne Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Alport & South West Parishes and the 20th lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 130 Ashbourne Road, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2025-03-24 | £542,584 |
| 122 Ashbourne Road, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-05-23 | £357,330 |
| 1 Station Cottages Ashbourne Road, Belper, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-12-14 | £395,183 |
| 129 Ashbourne Road, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,252 | 2014-07-03 | £908,591 |
| 122 Ashbourne Road, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2014-01-17 | £438,993 |
DE56 2LG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
DE56 2LG 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 2LG 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 | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turnditch Church of England Primary School Ashbourne Road , Turnditch DE56 2LH | 4out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Row Primary School Long Row , DE56 1DR | 3out of 4 | 4,659 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mugginton CofE Primary School Church Lane , Mugginton DE6 4PL | 3out of 4 | 4,962 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Elizabeth's Catholic Voluntary Academy Matlock Road , DE56 2JD | 4out of 4 | 4,987 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Primary School Chevin Road , Milford DE56 0QH | 3out of 4 | 5,311 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dovedale Catering And Events Ltd | Shottle Hall White Lane Shottle Belper Derbyshire | 879 yd | |
| Shottle Hall | White Lane Shottle Belper Derbyshire | 879 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Inn | 120 Ashbourne Road Cowers Lane Shottle Belper Derbyshire | 534 yd | |
| Tiger Inn | 232 Ashbourne Road Turnditch Belper Derbyshire | 899 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 | 77.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.