Compton is in Ashbourne and in Derbyshire Dales district. DE6 1DA is located in the Ashbourne South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derbyshire Dales. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Compton, Ashbourne, DE6 1DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE6 1PQ, DE6 1BX, DE6 1BY, DE6 1BZ, DE6 1BA, DE6 1FP, DE6 1DZ, DE6 1BE, DE6 1FN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE6 1DA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 46.4% | 49.7% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 53.6% | 50.3% | -3.3% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.5% | 34% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.2% | 38.2% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 4.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 13.3% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 9.5% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 48.8% | 38.6% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -9.8% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 36.7% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 12% | 18% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.5% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 20.5% | 20.4% | -0.1% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 12.6% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 16.5% | 3.4% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 13% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.3% | 30.5% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.8% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.2% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Other | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 91.3% | 94.2% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 7.5% | 4.8% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 93.9% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 1% | -2.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.6% | 76.7% | -1.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.4% | 37.2% | -9.8% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Compton was 278.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 370.8% higher than the Ashbourne North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Compton has the 3rd highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Ashbourne North and the 5th highest crime rate of 248 local areas in Derbyshire Dales .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 152.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 Compton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2022-01-31 | £182,721 |
| 40 Compton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2017-10-23 | £150,229 |
| 38 Compton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2017-08-16 | £127,395 |
| 48 Compton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2015-12-11 | £183,565 |
| 36 Compton, Ashbourne, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2015-06-02 | £214,342 |
DE6 1DA 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.
DE6 1DA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 DE6 1DA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Other | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Oswald's CofE Primary School Mayfield Road , DE6 1AS | 3out of 4 | 415 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbourne Primary School Cokayne Avenue , DE6 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 780 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbourne Hilltop Primary and Nursery School Wyaston Road , DE6 1NB | 2out of 4 | 992 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton CofE Primary School Cross Side , Clifton Village DE6 2GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,154 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Osmaston CofE (VC) Primary School Moor Lane , Osmaston DE6 1LW | 4out of 4 | 3,407 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School The Green Road , DE6 1EP | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Anise | First Floor, 9-11 Compton | 59 yd | |
| Compton Cafe and Gifts | 14 Compton, Ashbourne | 84 yd | |
| The Little Shed Ashbourne Ltd | The Little Shed, 1 King Edward Street | 141 yd | |
| The Play Village | 19B Station Street, Ashbourne | 167 yd | |
| The Clayrooms | 19 Dig Street, Ashbourne | 251 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Inn | 3 Compton, Ashbourne | 59 yd | |
| The Bridge | 33-35 Dig Street, Ashbourne | 264 yd | |
| Machine Inn | Machine Inn, the, 1 Church Street | 326 yd | |
| Smiths Tavern | 36 St John Street, Ashbourne | 341 yd | |
| Greenman Public House | 10 St John Street, Ashbourne | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 9-11 Compton, Ashbourne | 59 yd | |
| Bennys Pizza and Kebab House | 21 Compton, Ashbourne | 59 yd | |
| Dalo Pizza & Kebab | 9 Shawcroft Centre, Dig Street | 230 yd | |
| Panda Express | 7 Station Street, Ashbourne | 250 yd | |
| Subway | 3-5 Dig Street, Ashbourne | 264 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | King Edward Street, Ashbourne | 120 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | Shawcroft Centre, Dig Street | 253 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashbourne Leisure Centre CLIFTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 359 yd |
| Ashbourne Recreation Ground COKAYNE AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 647 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School School Pitches Cokayne Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School THE GREEN ROAD | 829 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.