Robinscross is in Borrowash, Derby and in Erewash district. DE72 3LD 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 Robinscross, Borrowash, Derby, DE72 3LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE72 3LE, DE72 3FJ, DE72 3LB, DE72 3XB, DE72 3JZ, DE72 3GU, DE72 3FN, DE72 3FW, DE72 3FY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE72 3LD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.8% | 51.6% | -5.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 43.2% | 48.4% | 5.2% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 22.6% | 28% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 42.7% | -6.0% | 44.2% | -1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.2% | 9.8% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 19.7% | 16.7% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 10.6% |
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 | 36.5% | 45.4% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 34% | 36.4% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 22.2% | 13.9% | -8.3% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 7% | 3.2% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.3% | 22.3% | -15.0% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 10.1% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 14.2% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 8.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 19.4% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 22.7% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.3% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 98.4% | 97.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Robinscross was 42.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.0% lower than the Ockbrook & Borrowash average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Robinscross has the 9th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Ockbrook & Borrowash and the 154th lowest crime rate of 377 local areas in Erewash .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Robinscross, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £229,950 | 2024-11-22 | £224,513 |
| 2 Robinscross, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2020-06-17 | £303,317 |
| 3 Robinscross, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2020-03-12 | £246,801 |
| 3 Robinscross, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2019-08-30 | £205,655 |
| 2 Robinscross, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2018-03-22 | £228,182 |
DE72 3LD 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 retired residents living in DE72 3LD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 574 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrook Infant School Victoria Avenue , Borrowash DE72 3HF | 3out of 4 | 574 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Asterdale Primary School Borrowash Road , Spondon DE21 7PH | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Primary School The Ridings , Ockbrook DE72 3SF | 4out of 4 | 1,936 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Borrow Wood Primary School Arundel Drive , Spondon DE21 7QW | 2out of 4 | 2,302 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 | 3,189 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 2out of 4 | 4,762 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Noel-Baker Academy Bracknell Drive , Alvaston DE24 0BR | 1out of 4 | 5,134 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Moor Academy Brackens Lane , DE24 0AN | - not rated | 5,164 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,698 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martins School The Derwent Campus , Bracknell Drive DE24 0BT | - not rated | 5,134 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Pride Academy 20 Orient Way , Pride Park DE24 8BY | 4out of 4 | 5,261 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caffe Torta | 2b Nottingham Road | 307 yd | |
| Corner Deli | 2 Station Road | 351 yd | |
| Rajni | 5 Derby Road | 379 yd | |
| Bay of Bengal | 21 Victoria Avenue | 502 yd | |
| Pip Tree Cafe | Collyers Nursery Land Adjacent To, 260 Nottingham Road | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nags Head | 129 Nottingham Road | 289 yd | |
| Lonely Boy Bar | 15 Victoria Avenue | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Your Plaice | 30a Victoria Avenue | 502 yd | |
| Four Seasons | Unit 2, Victoria Avenue | 502 yd | |
| Diamond City | 9 Victoria Avenue | 502 yd | |
| The Friar Way | 67 Priorway Avenue | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | Co Operative, Victoria Avenue | 502 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ockbrook & Borrowash Tennis Club LAND REAR OF 22 LAND REAR OF 22 NOTTINGHAM ROAD | tennis courts | 211 yd |
| Derwent Meadows Fosse Close | grass pitches | 444 yd |
| Deans Drive Recreation Ground Deans Drive | grass pitches | 498 yd |
| Anderson Electrical Arena (Borrowash Victoria Afc) Borrowash Road | grass pitches | 1,089 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 | 73.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.