Oak Road is in Thulston, Derby and in South Derbyshire district. DE72 3EW is located in the Aston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oak Road, Thulston, Derby, DE72 3EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE72 3FG, DE72 3EX, DE72 3WA, DE72 3FD, DE72 3WB, DE72 3EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE72 3EW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 51.9% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.3% | 48.1% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 DE72 3EW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 18.5% | 21.7% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.8% | 56.1% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 9% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 10.8% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 51.7% | 45.1% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 33.9% | -5.7% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 15.5% | 8.3% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 3.9% | 2.8% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 16.5% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 6.6% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 8.5% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 4.2% | -2.3% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 13.7% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.8% | 47.6% | 8.8% | 33.8% | 13.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| White | 99.2% | 100% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 96.6% | 95.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 95.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 57.5% | 46.2% | 11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Road was 42.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.6% lower than the Aston average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Oak Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Aston and the 156th lowest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Oak Road, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-07-17 | £374,208 |
| 6 Oak Road, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2010-06-18 | £307,817 |
| 10 Oak Road, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2006-08-18 | £1,042,190 |
| 4 Oak Road, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2005-07-29 | £490,339 |
| 8 Oak Road, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2002-12-13 | £868,534 |
DE72 3EW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE72 3EW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Street Nursery School Lord Street , Allenton DE24 9AX | 3out of 4 | 4,506 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clover Leys Spencer Academy Woodsford Drive , Boulton Moor | - not rated | 1,563 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Junior Academy Elvaston Lane , Alvaston DE24 0PU | 3out of 4 | 2,303 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Infant and Nursery School Elvaston Lane , Alvaston DE24 0PU | 3out of 4 | 2,303 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston-on-Trent Primary School Long Croft , Aston-on-Trent DE72 2UH | 3out of 4 | 2,487 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Alvaston Street , Alvaston DE24 0PA | 3out of 4 | 2,699 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noel-Baker Academy Bracknell Drive , Alvaston DE24 0BR | 1out of 4 | 3,313 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Moor Academy Brackens Lane , DE24 0AN | - not rated | 3,748 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Academy Swarkestone Road , DE73 5UB | - not rated | 3,971 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Park School West Road , Spondon DE21 7BT | 3out of 4 | 4,793 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins School The Derwent Campus , Bracknell Drive DE24 0BT | - not rated | 3,313 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Pride Academy 20 Orient Way , Pride Park DE24 8BY | 4out of 4 | 5,276 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harrington Arms | 4 Grove Close, Thulston | 255 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 | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.