Witham Close is in Hilton, Derby and in South Derbyshire district. DE65 5JR is located in the Hilton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Witham Close, Hilton, Derby, DE65 5JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE65 5HD, DE65 5HF, DE65 5HE, DE65 5FR, DE65 5FQ, DE65 5JQ, DE65 5HS, DE65 5WB, DE65 5FH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE65 5JR has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 47.1% | 47.8% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 52.9% | 52.2% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 27.2% | 38.2% | 11.0% | 37.9% | 0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 48.4% | -14.2% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 9.8% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 62% | 50.2% | -11.8% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 35.3% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 7% | 11.5% | 4.5% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 DE65 5JR this area, 7.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.2% | 7.4% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 12.1% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 15.6% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 6.3% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.7% | 21.1% | 0.4% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.1% | 35.9% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 94.7% | 92.3% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 95.1% 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% | 95.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 95.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.7% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Witham Close was 100.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 126.4% higher than the Etwall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Witham Close has the 18th highest crime rate of 127 local areas in Etwall and the 67th highest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 44.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Witham Close, Derby, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2014-04-30 | £886,325 |
DE65 5JR 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 student residents living in DE65 5JR area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Spencer Academy Peacroft Lane , Hilton DE65 5GH | 3out of 4 | 166 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mease Spencer Academy Carsington Road , DE65 5LX | - not rated | 903 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Etwall Primary School Egginton Road , Etwall DE65 6NB | 3out of 4 | 2,411 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Egginton Primary School Church Road , Egginton DE65 6HP | 3out of 4 | 3,327 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John of Rolleston Primary School Chapel Lane , Rolleston-on-Dove DE13 9AG | 3out of 4 | 3,377 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Port Spencer Academy Main Street , Etwall DE65 6LU | 1out of 4 | 2,422 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The de Ferrers Academy St Mary's Drive , DE13 0LL | 3out of 4 | 5,183 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longdon Park School Park Hill , Hilton Road DE65 6GU | - not rated | 2,134 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fountains High School Bitham Lane , Stretton DE13 0HB | 3out of 4 | 4,884 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fountains Primary School Bitham Lane , Stretton DE13 0HB | 3out of 4 | 4,884 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don Amott Tea Rooms | Don Amott Caravans Limited, Egginton Road | 766 yd | |
| Hargate Equestrian Limited | Egginton Road, Hilton | 766 yd | |
| Jangala Softplay Ltd | 1a Hilton Business Park, Harrison Court | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hilton Brook | Witham Close, Hilton | 9 yd | |
| Old Talbot | 1 Main Street, Hilton | 521 yd | |
| Kings Head | 60 Main Street, Hilton | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 7 Witham Close, Hilton | 9 yd | |
| Hilton Fish Bar | 4 Witham Close, Hilton | 9 yd | |
| Hilton Harriers Football Club | The Mease, Hilton | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 10 Witham Close, Hilton | 9 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Huntspill Road, Hilton | 9 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilton Primary School PEACROFT LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 241 yd |
| Bloomfield Close ORCHARD CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 503 yd |
| The Mease Pavilion THE FOOTBALL PAVILLION THE FOOTBALL PAVILLION THE MEASE | grass pitches | 954 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.