Lime Avenue is in Duffield, Belper and in Amber Valley district. DE56 4DX is located in the Duffield & Quarndon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lime Avenue, Duffield, Belper, DE56 4DX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE56 4DW, DE56 4EA, DE56 4DY, DE56 4DZ, DE56 4DP, DE56 4DU, DE56 4FZ, DE56 4DS, DE56 4EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE56 4DX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.4% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DE56 4DX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.4% 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 | 19% | 20.2% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -17.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.4% | 71.4% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 27.2% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 4% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 3.2% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.8%) 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 | 59.1% | 58.1% | -1.0% | 48.4% | 9.7% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 30.7% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 5.9% | 9.6% | 3.7% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around DE56 4DX this area, 8.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 54.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.2% | 8.8% | 2.6% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 6% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 14.4% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 4.4% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 11.6% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.8% | 54.8% | -1.0% | 33.8% | 21.0% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.1% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 96.3% | 97.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 97.1% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 76.7% | 16.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lime Avenue was 28.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.8% lower than the Alport & South West Parishes average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lime Avenue has the 24th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Alport & South West Parishes and the 93rd lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Lime Avenue, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2025-01-30 | £766,796 |
| 19 Lime Avenue, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,140,000 | 2024-12-06 | £1,180,473 |
| 16 Lime Avenue, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2024-07-26 | £920,103 |
| 24 Lime Avenue, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,096,689 | 2023-11-27 | £1,177,427 |
| 21 Lime Avenue, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2020-03-27 | £1,285,438 |
DE56 4DX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 4DX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE56 4DX 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%.
The percentage of student residents living in DE56 4DX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School Vicarage Lane , Duffield DE56 4EB | 4out of 4 | 343 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Duffield the Meadows Primary School Park Road , Duffield DE56 4GT | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Primary School Chevin Road , Milford DE56 0QH | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbrook Church of England Primary School Moorside Lane , Holbrook DE56 0TW | 3out of 4 | 2,837 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Herbert Strutt Primary School Thornhill Avenue , DE56 1SH | 3out of 4 | 3,305 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 885 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Allestree Woodlands School Blenheim Drive , Allestree DE22 2LW | 2out of 4 | 4,738 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belper School and Sixth Form Centre John O'Gaunts Way , DE56 0DA | 3out of 4 | 4,828 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 2,662 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gallery | 3 Town Street Belper Derbyshire | 635 yd | |
| The Viceroy | 2B Tamworth Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 666 yd | |
| Riverside Duffield | 16A Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 666 yd | |
| Sanchini's | 11 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 691 yd | |
| Kale And Corn Ltd | 16 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevin Golf Club | Chevin Golf Club Golf Lane Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 289 yd | |
| Pattenmakers Arms | 4 Crown Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 519 yd | |
| Bradmans | Bradmans 9 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 687 yd | |
| Emmanuel Community Church | 32 Chapel Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 704 yd | |
| The Town Street Tap | 17 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duffield Fish And Chips | 26 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 733 yd | |
| Birds Bakery | 4 Eyes Court Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 40 - 42 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 857 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chevin Golf Club GOLF LANE | golf | 290 yd |
| Grays Recreation Ground 41B 41B HOLLOWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Duffield Squash Club Town Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 729 yd |
| Ecclesbourne School WIRKSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 837 yd |
| Eyes Meadow DUFFIELD CRICKET CLUB DUFFIELD CRICKET CLUB DONALD HAWLEY WAY | grass pitches | 843 yd |
| Ecclesbourne School Grass Pitches MEADOW VALE | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| The Duffield Meadows Primary School PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 928 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 | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| 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 | 51.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.