West End Drive is in Ilkeston and in Erewash district. DE7 5GG is located in the Little Hallam electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erewash. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West End Drive, Ilkeston, DE7 5GG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE7 5GY, DE7 5GX, DE7 5JS, DE7 5HE, DE7 5GZ, DE7 5HG, DE7 5GW, DE7 5GF, DE7 5GL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE7 5GG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 46.9% | 48.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 53.1% | 51.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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% | 30.1% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 49.6% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 11.7% | 6.1% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 6.6% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 36.4% | 49.2% | 12.8% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 31.9% | -7.6% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 14% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 27.2% | 19.5% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 14.5% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 14.5% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 9.8% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.6% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 24.2% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 98% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 99% | 95.4% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 95.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West End Drive was 116.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.0% higher than the Little Hallam average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West End Drive has the highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Little Hallam and the 82nd highest crime rate of 377 local areas in Erewash .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 West End Drive, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £387,000 | 2021-06-29 | £425,744 |
| 4 West End Drive, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-03-18 | £414,396 |
| 3 West End Drive, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2017-09-06 | £456,382 |
| 20 West End Drive, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2016-08-12 | £393,910 |
| 1 West End Drive, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2016-08-05 | £277,301 |
DE7 5GG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaucer Infant School Cantelupe Road , DE7 5LN | - not rated | 837 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaucer Junior School Cranmer Street , DE7 5JH | - not rated | 859 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy Church View , Allendale DE7 4LF | 3out of 4 | 869 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Field House Infant School Lower Whitworth Road , DE7 4LT | - not rated | 1,307 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlotte Nursery and Infant School Trinity Close , DE7 8LQ | 4out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy King George Avenue , DE7 5HS | 2out of 4 | 35 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Hallam Community Academy Godfrey Drive , Kirk Hallam DE7 4HH | 2out of 4 | 1,038 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint John Houghton Catholic Voluntary Academy Abbot Road , Kirk Hallam DE7 4HX | 3out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Valley and Erewash Support Centre Bennerley Avenue , Cotmanhay DE7 8PF | 3out of 4 | 2,205 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Mountain Education Willow Farm , Off Newton Lane NG16 2SD | - not rated | 2,210 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| R.E.A.L Independent Schools Ilkeston Gallows Inn Playing Fields , Nottingham Road DE7 5BB | - not rated | 2,333 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bennerley Fields School Stratford Street , Cotmanhay DE7 8QZ | 4out of 4 | 2,440 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| U Choose Smoothie Bar | 1 Bath Street | 430 yd | |
| South Perk Sandwich Bar | 28 South Street | 433 yd | |
| Coffee Vida | Coffee Vida, 2 South Street | 433 yd | |
| Corner Cafe | Market Place | 440 yd | |
| Nene's Kitchen | Unit 3, 15-19 South Street | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutland Cricket Club (Cricket Pavilion) | Rutland Cricket Club (Cricket Pavilion), West End Drive | 236 yd | |
| Sir John Warren | Sir John Warren, Market Place | 339 yd | |
| Market Inn & Shakers | 10a Market Place | 399 yd | |
| The Harrow | Market Place | 399 yd | |
| The Kings Head | 6 Market Place | 399 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| OhanneS Burger | 25 Bath Street | 424 yd | |
| Greggs | 33-35 Bath Street | 430 yd | |
| USA Express Chicken | 26 South Street | 433 yd | |
| Prime Pizzeria | 48 South Street | 486 yd | |
| Jay's | 65 Bath Street | 516 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Foods | Units 7 To 9, Albion Centre, Bath Street | 506 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods | 68-70 Bath Street | 604 yd | |
| Morrison's | 107 Nottingham Road | 979 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Rutland Street | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy King George Avenue | grass pitches | 137 yd |
| Rutland Sports Park WEST END DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, golf, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 151 yd |
| Rutland Recreation Ground Track (Closed) West End Drive | athletics tracks | 339 yd |
| Snap Fitness (Ilkeston) SOUTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 385 yd |
| Albion Leisure Centre (Closed) East Street | health and fitness suite | 484 yd |
| Ron Brooks Playing Field DERBY ROAD | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| Victoria Park Leisure Centre MANNERS ROAD | swimming pool | 582 yd |
| Manor Fitness And Squash Club MANNERS ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 615 yd |
| Chaucer Junior School CRANMER STREET | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| St Thomas Catholic Primary School Church View | grass pitches | 836 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 | 63.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 104 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.