Hope Marsh is in Alstonefield, Ashbourne and in Staffordshire Moorlands district. DE6 2GF is located in the Hamps Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Staffordshire Moorlands. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hope Marsh, Alstonefield, Ashbourne, DE6 2GF 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. The local area around DE6 2GF 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 | 48.4% | 51.8% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 51.6% | 48.2% | -3.4% | 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 DE6 2GF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70.3% 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 | 19.2% | 14% | -5.2% | 37.9% | -23.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.8% | 70.3% | 6.5% | 44.2% | 26.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 7% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 8.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 50% | 45.5% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 34.6% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 16% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 27.3% | 15.2% | -12.1% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 9.6% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 15.2% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.5% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 13.9% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 37.8% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 4.0% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.7% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.6% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 94.7% | 97.3% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 97.7% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 64.2% | 46.2% | 18.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hope Marsh was 22.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.0% lower than the Hamps Valley average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Hope Marsh has the 6th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Hamps Valley and the 69th lowest crime rate of 316 local areas in Staffordshire Moorlands .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Villa Hope Marsh, Ashbourne, Staffordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2023-07-12 | £533,505 |
| Top-Of-Hope Hope Marsh, Ashbourne, Staffordshire Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2013-05-01 | £624,222 |
DE6 2GF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 22% 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 2GF 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 2GF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilam CofE (VA) Primary School Ilam , DE6 2AZ | 3out of 4 | 4,883 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Biggin CofE Primary School Main Street , Biggin SK17 0DQ | 3out of 4 | 5,347 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WATTS RUSSELL ARMS | Hope Dale, Alstonefield | 319 yd | |
| THE GEORGE AT ALSTONEFIELD | Post Office Road, Alstonefield | 468 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alstonefield Cricket Club | grass pitches | 171 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 | 60.0% |
| 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 | 40.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.