Priorway Avenue is in Borrowash, Derby and in Erewash district. DE72 3HY is located in the Ockbrook & Borrowash electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Priorway Avenue, Borrowash, Derby, DE72 3HY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE72 3HZ, DE72 3JJ, DE72 3JH, DE72 3JP, DE72 3JL, DE72 3JG, DE72 3HX, DE72 3JF, DE72 3JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE72 3HY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 50.5% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.9% | 49.5% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 38.5% | 38.7% | 0.2% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.5% | 41.8% | 8.3% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 10.5% | -3.7% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 10% | 7.4% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.6% | 39.9% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 27.2% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 19.9% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 10.8% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 6.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.7% | 23.9% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 14.1% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.9% | 16.9% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 16.1% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 20.4% | 8.9% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 93% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.8% | 96.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 96.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.8% | 76.7% | -3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54% | 37.2% | 16.8% |
| Christian | 40.3% | 46.2% | -5.9% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priorway Avenue was 26.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.0% lower than the Ockbrook & Borrowash average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Priorway Avenue has the 7th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Ockbrook & Borrowash and the 90th lowest crime rate of 377 local areas in Erewash .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109 Priorway Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2024-07-16 | £172,568 |
| 138 Priorway Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-04-26 | £191,963 |
| 148 Priorway Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-04-19 | £191,963 |
| 123 Priorway Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2020-07-21 | £250,504 |
| 144 Priorway Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2019-10-10 | £203,599 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashbrook Junior School Victoria Avenue , Borrowash DE72 3HF | - not rated | 420 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrook Infant School Victoria Avenue , Borrowash DE72 3HF | 3out of 4 | 420 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Primary School The Ridings , Ockbrook DE72 3SF | 4out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Asterdale Primary School Borrowash Road , Spondon DE21 7PH | 3out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Borrow Wood Primary School Arundel Drive , Spondon DE21 7QW | 2out of 4 | 2,031 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Park School West Road , Spondon DE21 7BT | 3out of 4 | 3,170 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 2out of 4 | 4,581 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Friesland School Nursery Avenue , NG10 5AF | 3out of 4 | 5,209 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Valley School The Old Rectory, Risley Lane , Breaston DE72 3AU | - not rated | 4,425 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pip Tree Cafe | Collyers Nursery Land Adjacent To, 260 Nottingham Road | 741 yd | |
| Bay of Bengal | 21 Victoria Avenue | 795 yd | |
| Caffe Torta | 2b Nottingham Road | 859 yd | |
| Corner Deli | 2 Station Road | 898 yd | |
| Rajni | 5 Derby Road | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Swan | 19 Church Street | 756 yd | |
| Queens Head | Victoria Avenue | 756 yd | |
| Nags Head | 129 Nottingham Road | 768 yd | |
| Lonely Boy Bar | 15 Victoria Avenue | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Friar Way | 67 Priorway Avenue | 206 yd | |
| Your Plaice | 30a Victoria Avenue | 795 yd | |
| Four Seasons | Unit 2, Victoria Avenue | 795 yd | |
| Diamond City | 9 Victoria Avenue | 795 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | Co Operative, Victoria Avenue | 795 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Deans Drive Recreation Ground Deans Drive | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Ockbrook And Borrowash Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND SOUTH OF 39 CRICKET GROUND SOUTH OF 39 BAKEHOUSE LANE | grass pitches | 798 yd |
| Ockbrook & Borrowash Tennis Club LAND REAR OF 22 LAND REAR OF 22 NOTTINGHAM ROAD | tennis courts | 886 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 164.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.