Prince Street is in Ilkeston and in Erewash district. DE7 8QR is located in the Cotmanhay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erewash. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Prince Street, Ilkeston, DE7 8QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE7 8QQ, DE7 8NW, DE7 8QW, DE7 8QP, DE7 8QU, DE7 8QS, DE7 8NU, DE7 8NX, DE7 8NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE7 8QR has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52.1% | 50% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 33.5% | 33.2% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 49.6% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 9.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 5.2% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.3% | 38.4% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 34.1% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 21.4% | 7.2% | 12.7% | 8.7% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 14.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.3% | 24.7% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 18.2% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 8.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 14.3% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 7.8% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 18.6% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 14.3% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -19.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97% | 93.8% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 95.7% | 93.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 26% | 13.5% | 12.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Prince Street was 215.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.2% higher than the Awsworth Road average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Prince Street has the 15th highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Awsworth Road and the 34th highest crime rate of 377 local areas in Erewash .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 125.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 68.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Prince Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-02-19 | £127,756 |
| 19 Prince Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-07-23 | £140,367 |
| 20 Prince Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2021-04-07 | £84,014 |
| 21 Prince Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2019-07-05 | £99,027 |
| 21 Prince Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £59,000 | 2016-01-20 | £91,419 |
DE7 8QR 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotmanhay Junior School Beauvale Drive , DE7 8RR | 3out of 4 | 409 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cotmanhay Infant School Beauvale Drive , DE7 8RR | 2out of 4 | 409 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Granby Junior School Heanor Road , DE7 8DX | 3out of 4 | 811 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlotte Nursery and Infant School Trinity Close , DE7 8LQ | 4out of 4 | 883 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaucer Junior School Cranmer Street , DE7 5JH | - not rated | 1,982 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,147 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirk Hallam Community Academy Godfrey Drive , Kirk Hallam DE7 4HH | 2out of 4 | 3,177 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint John Houghton Catholic Voluntary Academy Abbot Road , Kirk Hallam DE7 4HX | 3out of 4 | 3,337 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Park Academy Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | 3out of 4 | 3,706 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kimberley School Newdigate Street , Kimberley NG16 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,558 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 417 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bennerley Fields School Stratford Street , Cotmanhay DE7 8QZ | 4out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Mountain Education Willow Farm , Off Newton Lane NG16 2SD | - not rated | 1,645 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jasmine House School Jasmine House School , 34 Ilkeston Road DE75 7DT | - not rated | 3,958 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| R.E.A.L Independent Schools Ilkeston Gallows Inn Playing Fields , Nottingham Road DE7 5BB | - not rated | 4,023 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smiley's Cafe | Ilkeston Community Hospital, Heanor Road | 724 yd | |
| ILKON Cafe | Art Venue, 114 Heanor Road | 739 yd | |
| Rolling Smoke | 1 Awsworth Road | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trumpet Inn | 132-133 Cotmanhay Road | 283 yd | |
| Sixty Six Club | 66 Club, 246 Cotmanhay Road | 324 yd | |
| Rutland Cottage Inn | Rutland Cottage, 162 Heanor Road | 591 yd | |
| Dukeries Club | Dukeries, Cotmanhay Road | 622 yd | |
| The Mallard | The Mallard Public House, Heanor Road | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathay Princess | 160 Cotmanhay Road | 261 yd | |
| Ilkeston Kebabs | 119a Cotmanhay Road | 283 yd | |
| Sue's Kitchen | 137 Cotmanhay Road | 283 yd | |
| Jilly's | 98 Cotmanhay Road | 367 yd | |
| Marble Chinese Takeaway | 171 Church Street | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Ltd, Manor Road | 542 yd | |
| Asda Express Ilkeston -Heanor Road PFS | 242 Heanor Road | 542 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Enterprise Academy (Closed) Bennerley Avenue | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 487 yd |
| Bennerley Fields School STRATFORD STREET | 591 yd | |
| Booths Playing Fields BOOTHS PLAYING FIELDS BOOTHS PLAYING FIELDS AMSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Cotmanhay Playing Fields Brimington Close | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Ilkeston Football Club AWSWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 971 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 161.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.