Weyacres is in Borrowash, Derby and in Erewash district. DE72 3QT is located in the Ockbrook & Borrowash electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Weyacres, Borrowash, Derby, DE72 3QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE72 3FW, DE72 3QU, DE72 3LB, DE72 3FJ, DE72 3NN, DE72 3QW, DE72 3WG, DE72 3LD, DE72 3LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE72 3QT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.8% | 49.8% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.2% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 3QT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.2% 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 | 23.1% | 31.7% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 55.2% | -6.3% | 44.2% | 11.0% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 10.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 59.1% | 56.3% | -2.8% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 32.8% | -2.1% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 5% | 8.4% | 3.4% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 3QT this area, 5.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.8% | 5.3% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 8.3% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 15.2% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 18.2% | 2.4% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.9% | 49.2% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 15.4% |
| Other | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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 | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.5% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 98.3% | 96.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 76.7% | 17.2% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Weyacres was 17.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.4% lower than the Ockbrook & Borrowash average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Weyacres has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Ockbrook & Borrowash and the 52nd lowest crime rate of 377 local areas in Erewash .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Weyacres, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2020-03-20 | £294,895 |
| 3 Weyacres, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £412,500 | 2019-12-16 | £530,893 |
| 8 Weyacres, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2015-10-23 | £331,828 |
| 4 Weyacres, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2013-09-06 | £312,477 |
| 12 Weyacres, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2011-12-21 | £378,382 |
DE72 3QT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 125 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashbrook Junior School Victoria Avenue , Borrowash DE72 3HF | - not rated | 734 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashbrook Infant School Victoria Avenue , Borrowash DE72 3HF | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Asterdale Primary School Borrowash Road , Spondon DE21 7PH | 3out of 4 | 1,652 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Primary School The Ridings , Ockbrook DE72 3SF | 4out of 4 | 2,064 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Borrow Wood Primary School Arundel Drive , Spondon DE21 7QW | 2out of 4 | 2,482 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 | 3,353 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lees Brook Community School Morley Road , Chaddesden DE21 4QX | 2out of 4 | 4,935 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Noel-Baker Academy Bracknell Drive , Alvaston DE24 0BR | 1out of 4 | 5,116 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Moor Academy Brackens Lane , DE24 0AN | - not rated | 5,174 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 | 4,605 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Martins School The Derwent Campus , Bracknell Drive DE24 0BT | - not rated | 5,116 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Pride Academy 20 Orient Way , Pride Park DE24 8BY | 4out of 4 | 5,361 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 | 480 yd | |
| Corner Deli | 2 Station Road | 519 yd | |
| Rajni | 5 Derby Road | 545 yd | |
| Bay of Bengal | 21 Victoria Avenue | 682 yd | |
| Pip Tree Cafe | Collyers Nursery Land Adjacent To, 260 Nottingham Road | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nags Head | 129 Nottingham Road | 271 yd | |
| Lonely Boy Bar | 15 Victoria Avenue | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Your Plaice | 30a Victoria Avenue | 682 yd | |
| Four Seasons | Unit 2, Victoria Avenue | 682 yd | |
| Diamond City | 9 Victoria Avenue | 682 yd | |
| The Friar Way | 67 Priorway Avenue | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Food | Co Operative, Victoria Avenue | 682 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Derwent Meadows Fosse Close | grass pitches | 273 yd |
| Ockbrook & Borrowash Tennis Club LAND REAR OF 22 LAND REAR OF 22 NOTTINGHAM ROAD | tennis courts | 378 yd |
| Deans Drive Recreation Ground Deans Drive | grass pitches | 650 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 228.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.