Broom Close is in Duffield, Belper and in Amber Valley district. DE56 4GU 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 Broom Close, Duffield, Belper, DE56 4GU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE56 4GY, DE56 4GW, DE56 4GR, DE56 4DG, DE56 4GX, DE56 4BY, DE56 4GZ, DE56 4GN, DE56 4GP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE56 4GU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 51.8% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.2% | 48.2% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 4GU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.6% 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 | 14.9% | 18.5% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.4% | 64.6% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 20.4% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 7.5% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 7.9% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 (88.7%) 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 | 54.1% | 52.5% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 4.1% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 36.2% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 8.6% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 4GU this area, 7.8% 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 55.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 7.8% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 6.3% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 10.6% | -8.4% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 13.7% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.9% | 55.3% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 21.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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 | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97% | 94.8% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 93.8% | 92.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 92.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 0% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broom Close was 29.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.2% lower than the Alport & South West Parishes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broom Close has the 25th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Alport & South West Parishes and the 99th lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Broom Close, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-01-16 | £434,518 |
| 2 Broom Close, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £422,000 | 2024-05-31 | £463,979 |
| 14 Broom Close, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2020-09-22 | £496,012 |
| 7 Broom Close, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-01-25 | £406,542 |
| 6 Broom Close, Belper, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-05-09 | £398,915 |
DE56 4GU 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 4GU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duffield the Meadows Primary School Park Road , Duffield DE56 4GT | 3out of 4 | 87 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Gilbert Endowed Church of England Primary School Vicarage Lane , Duffield DE56 4EB | 4out of 4 | 818 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Primary School Chevin Road , Milford DE56 0QH | 3out of 4 | 2,501 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Curzon CofE Primary School Church Road , Quarndon DE22 5JA | 3out of 4 | 2,535 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little Eaton Primary School Alfreton Road , Little Eaton DE21 5AB | 3out of 4 | 3,497 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 | 602 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Allestree Woodlands School Blenheim Drive , Allestree DE22 2LW | 2out of 4 | 3,836 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Duffield Road , Darley Abbey DE22 1JD | 3out of 4 | 5,257 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 | 3,369 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Vicarage School 11 Church Lane , Darley Abbey DE22 1EW | - not rated | 4,889 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuition Services Co Brookside School Brookside Road , Breadsall DE21 5LF | - not rated | 5,457 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Viceroy | 2B Tamworth Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 649 yd | |
| Kale And Corn Ltd | 16 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 725 yd | |
| Riverside Duffield | 16A Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 728 yd | |
| The Gallery | 3 Town Street Belper Derbyshire | 749 yd | |
| Coco's | 33 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pattenmakers Arms | 4 Crown Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 620 yd | |
| The White Hart | 36 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 713 yd | |
| Duffield Club | 13 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 725 yd | |
| Duffield Squash And Tennis Club | 23 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 725 yd | |
| Kings Head | 1 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duffield Balti And Grill | Duffield Balti Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 394 yd | |
| Royal Garden | 27 New Zealand Lane Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 394 yd | |
| Duffield Fish And Chips | 26 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 725 yd | |
| Birds Bakery | 4 Eyes Court Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 40 - 42 Town Street Duffield Belper Derbyshire | 713 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Duffield Meadows Primary School PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 101 yd |
| Ecclesbourne School Grass Pitches MEADOW VALE | grass pitches | 301 yd |
| Grays Recreation Ground 41B 41B HOLLOWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 393 yd |
| Ecclesbourne School WIRKSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 493 yd |
| Duffield Squash Club Town Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 728 yd |
| Eyes Meadow DUFFIELD CRICKET CLUB DUFFIELD CRICKET CLUB DONALD HAWLEY WAY | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 164 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.