Walter Street is in Draycott, Derby and in Erewash district. DE72 3NU is located in the Draycott & Risley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erewash. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Walter Street, Draycott, Derby, DE72 3NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE72 3QQ, DE72 3NJ, DE72 3NT, DE72 3NW, DE72 3WE, DE72 3PH, DE72 3NX, DE72 3NR, DE72 3NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE72 3NU 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 | 50.6% | 51.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.4% | -1.0% | 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 | 29.4% | 37.2% | 7.8% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 39.9% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8.5% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 11.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 (69%) 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 | 29.5% | 34.1% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -14.3% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 34.9% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 23.8% | 19.2% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 8% | 9% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
In the area around DE72 3NU this area, 38.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.6% | 38.7% | 4.1% | 18.2% | 20.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 9.8% | -8.2% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14.7% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 14.7% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9% | 14.2% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -19.6% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.6% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 98.9% | 93.3% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 5.1% | 4.7% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.5% | 92.9% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 36.5% | 46.2% | -9.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Walter Street was 61.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.9% higher than the Breaston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Walter Street has the 15th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Breaston and the 173rd highest crime rate of 377 local areas in Erewash .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 66 Walter Street, Derby, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-02-19 | £209,528 |
| 71 Walter Street, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-02-13 | £320,000 |
| 69 Walter Street, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-09-01 | £265,782 |
| 10 Walter Street, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £213,500 | 2023-06-12 | £217,119 |
| 52 Walter Street, Derby, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-05-04 | £164,708 |
DE72 3NU 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Draycott Community Primary School Hopwell Road , Draycott DE72 3NH | 2out of 4 | 436 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Firfield Primary School Firfield Avenue , Breaston DE72 3EG | 3out of 4 | 2,551 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrook Junior School Victoria Avenue , Borrowash DE72 3HF | - not rated | 2,621 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrook Infant School Victoria Avenue , Borrowash DE72 3HF | 3out of 4 | 2,621 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Primary School The Ridings , Ockbrook DE72 3SF | 4out of 4 | 3,102 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilsthorpe School Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4WT | 3out of 4 | 4,325 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Friesland School Nursery Avenue , NG10 5AF | 3out of 4 | 4,424 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Long Eaton School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | 3out of 4 | 4,621 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,467 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brackenfield Special School Bracken Road , Long Eaton NG10 4DA | 3out of 4 | 4,117 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent College Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4AD | - not rated | 4,627 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Vale School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | 3out of 4 | 4,848 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Uk Nottingham Campus Wellington Street , Long Eaton NG10 4HR | - not rated | 5,021 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forum Speciality Coffee | 4 Market Street | 384 yd | |
| Pumpkinz | Unit 14, Draycott Mill, Market Street | 445 yd | |
| Wild Flower Cafe | 25 Victoria Road | 562 yd | |
| Canal Cottage Cafe | Canal Cottage, Hopwell Road | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Draycott Catering | Draycott Table Tennis Centre, Derby Road | 123 yd | |
| The Victoria Hotel | The Victoria Inn, 32 Victoria Road | 496 yd | |
| Coach & Horses | Victoria Road | 561 yd | |
| The Olympic Hotel | Olympic Hotel, Station Road | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Draycott Fish Bar | 15-17 Derby Road | 123 yd | |
| Good Luck Chinese Takeaway | 50-54 Victoria Road | 403 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Draycott Recreation Ground HOPWELL ROAD | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| Draycott Table Tennis Centre DERBY ROAD | 268 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 | 51.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.19 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.