Heath Gardens is in Breaston, Derby and in Erewash district. DE72 3UH is located in the Breaston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erewash. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heath Gardens, Breaston, Derby, DE72 3UH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE72 3BN, DE72 3AF, DE72 3BL, DE72 3BR, DE72 3AG, DE72 3AP, DE72 3AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE72 3UH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 51.4% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.6% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 3UH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.9% 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 | 17% | 19.9% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67% | 64.9% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 20.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 6.6% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 7.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 44.1% | 52.2% | 8.1% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 30.1% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 14.9% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 11.6% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 8% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 12.6% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 8.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.6% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 39.5% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.3% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 98.4% 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% | 98.4% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 98.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heath Gardens was 88.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.9% higher than the Breaston average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Heath Gardens has the 8th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Breaston and the 116th highest crime rate of 376 local areas in Erewash .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Heath Gardens, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-10-21 | £428,511 |
| 3 Heath Gardens, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2021-10-11 | £455,706 |
| 10 Heath Gardens, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2021-09-16 | £523,640 |
| 9 Heath Gardens, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2017-05-26 | £477,150 |
| 1 Heath Gardens, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £226,500 | 2013-08-09 | £409,489 |
DE72 3UH 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 3UH 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 | 115 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firfield Primary School Firfield Avenue , Breaston DE72 3EG | 3out of 4 | 946 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy Bracken Road , Long Eaton NG10 4DA | 2out of 4 | 958 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Primary Bracken Road , Long Eaton NG10 4DA | - not rated | 958 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrington Junior School Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4BJ | 3out of 4 | 970 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands Infant and Nursery School Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4BJ | 3out of 4 | 973 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilsthorpe Community School Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4WT | - not rated | 973 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilsthorpe School Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4WT | 3out of 4 | 973 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Long Eaton School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | - not rated | 1,437 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Long Eaton School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | 2out of 4 | 1,437 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Friesland School Nursery Avenue , NG10 5AF | - not rated | 2,741 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brackenfield Special School Bracken Road , Long Eaton NG10 4DA | - not rated | 777 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Valley School Spring Valley , The Old Rectory DE72 3AU | - not rated | 994 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent College Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4AD | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbrook Special School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | - not rated | 1,400 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Vale School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | - not rated | 1,589 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Park Leisure Centre | Wilsthorpe Road | 765 yd | |
| Georges Tradition Group Limited | Unit 3, Cranfleet Way | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eaton Farm | Wilsthorpe Road | 570 yd | |
| Long Eaton Rugby Football Club, Club House | West Park, Wilsthorpe Road | 765 yd | |
| Sawley Cricket Club | The Bill Camm Pavilion, West Park, Wilsthorpe Road | 765 yd | |
| Bulls Head Inn | 1 Wilsthorpe Road | 802 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 4, Cranfleet Way | 1,032 yd | |
| Ocean City | Unit 1, Cranfleet Way | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Unit 5, Cranfleet Way | 1,032 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brackenfield Special School BRACKEN ROAD | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy BRACKEN ROAD | grass pitches | 948 yd |
| Harrington Junior School DERBY ROAD | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| Breaston Park LONGMOOR LANE | grass pitches | 959 yd |
| Wilsthorpe Community School Derby Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 968 yd |
| West Park Wilsthorpe Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,029 yd |
| West Park Leisure Centre (Long Eaton) WILSTHORPE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,067 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 | 34.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.42 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.42 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.45 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.