Station Close is in Chellaston, Derby and in Derby district. DE73 5SZ is located in the Chellaston & Shelton Lock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Derby South. This postcode has been in use since 2004-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Close, Chellaston, Derby, DE73 5SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE73 1TA, DE73 5TA, DE73 5SU, DE73 5AP, DE73 5BB, DE73 5WS, DE73 5SY, DE73 5QQ, DE73 5WW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE73 5SZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 47.6% | 48.6% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 52.4% | 51.4% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 20.3% | 26.1% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.5% | 45.8% | -8.7% | 44.2% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 1.5% | -4.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 13.3% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 13.3% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 7.2% |
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 | 42.3% | 40.3% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 40.3% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 13.3% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 4.4% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 30.2% | 19.3% | -10.9% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 6.9% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 17.3% | 5.4% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 5.9% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 15.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 31.7% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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 | 2% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 96% | 94.3% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 96% | 93.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.7% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 92.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.2% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 55.1% | 46.2% | 8.9% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Close was 151.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 101.2% higher than the Chellaston & Shelton Lock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Close has the 4th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Chellaston & Shelton Lock and the 192nd highest crime rate of 756 local areas in Derby .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 46.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Station Close, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-08-24 | £201,441 |
| 3 Station Close, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2021-09-17 | £205,247 |
| 12 Station Close, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2018-12-14 | £254,319 |
| 10 Station Close, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2017-06-23 | £204,706 |
| 3 Station Close, Derby, City Of Derby Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £134,000 | 2017-04-21 | £191,006 |
DE73 5SZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 DE73 5SZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Street Nursery School Lord Street , Allenton DE24 9AX | 3out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrington Nursery School Harrington Street , Peartree DE23 8PE | 4out of 4 | 4,780 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walbrook Nursery School Middleton Street , DE23 8QJ | 4out of 4 | 5,171 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homefields Primary School Parkway , Chellaston DE73 5NY | 4out of 4 | 343 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Junior School Maple Drive , Chellaston DE73 6PZ | 3out of 4 | 630 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Infant School School Lane , Chellaston DE73 6TA | 3out of 4 | 767 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy Riber Drive , DE73 6WS | - not rated | 854 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shelton Junior School Carlton Avenue , Shelton Lock DE24 9EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,717 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chellaston Academy Swarkestone Road , DE73 5UB | - not rated | 332 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Noel-Baker Academy Bracknell Drive , Alvaston DE24 0BR | 1out of 4 | 1,952 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alvaston Moor Academy Brackens Lane , DE24 0AN | - not rated | 2,629 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Derby Academy Farmhouse Road , Sinfin DE24 3AR | 1out of 4 | 3,725 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Martins School The Derwent Campus , Bracknell Drive DE24 0BT | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Normanton House School Normanton House , Village Street DE23 8DF | - not rated | 4,755 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derby Pride Academy 20 Orient Way , Pride Park DE24 8BY | 4out of 4 | 5,340 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Leaf | 63 High Street | 571 yd | |
| No.61 | 61 High Street | 626 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Riber Drive, Chellaston | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| R & R Derby Ltd | 12 Derby Road | 412 yd | |
| Hickory's Smokehouse | The Bonnie Prince, 166 Swarkestone Road | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mings Court | 1 Derby Road | 329 yd | |
| Dominos | Unit 3, 3 Swarkestone Road | 353 yd | |
| Love Curry | 22c High Street | 402 yd | |
| Georges Tradition | Unit 5, Royal Glen Park, Rowallan Way | 497 yd | |
| The Sweet Lounge | Unit 4, Rowallan Way | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | 2 High Street | 412 yd | |
| Tesco | 25 Derby Road | 428 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Riber Drive, Chellaston | 732 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chellaston Academy SWARKESTONE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 218 yd |
| Homefields Primary School PARKWAY | grass pitches | 452 yd |
| Chellaston Junior School MAPLE DRIVE | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Pit Close Playing Field Pit Close Lane | grass pitches | 871 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 | 142.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.