Pack Horse Road is in Melbourne, Derby and in South Derbyshire district. DE73 8BZ is located in the Melbourne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 2004-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pack Horse Road, Melbourne, Derby, DE73 8BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE73 8DA, DE73 8DB, DE73 8JW, DE73 8HE, DE73 8DP, DE73 8DQ, DE73 8LJ, DE73 8LA, DE73 8HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE73 8BZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 47.1% | 49.2% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 52.9% | 50.8% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 DE73 8BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 27.7% | 28.7% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55% | 53.1% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.8% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 4.7% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 53.2% | 52% | -1.2% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 27.1% | 32.2% | 5.1% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 12.5% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 33.7% | 20.4% | -13.3% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 11.7% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 11.3% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 7.3% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 17.5% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 28.8% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.6% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.5% | 97.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pack Horse Road was 29.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.1% lower than the Melbourne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pack Horse Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Melbourne and the 99th lowest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ye Olde Packhorse Inn Pack Horse Road, Derby, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £970,000 | 2023-05-31 | £994,846 |
| 126 Pack Horse Road, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £271,000 | 2021-08-06 | £326,192 |
| 118 Pack Horse Road, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £387,500 | 2021-05-07 | £474,563 |
| 83 Pack Horse Road, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £412,000 | 2018-11-14 | £524,136 |
| 138 Pack Horse Road, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £239,950 | 2016-02-19 | £354,533 |
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Infant School Packhorse Road , Melbourne DE73 8JE | 4out of 4 | 438 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melbourne Junior School Packhorse Road , Melbourne DE73 8JE | 3out of 4 | 466 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston-on-Trent CofE (VA) Primary School Forrester Avenue , Weston-on-Trent DE72 2HX | 3out of 4 | 3,058 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy Riber Drive , DE73 6WS | - not rated | 3,822 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hardulph's Church of England Primary School Main Street , Breedon-on-the-Hill DE73 8AN | 3out of 4 | 4,017 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 4,385 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dame Catherine Harpur's School Rose Lane , Ticknall DE73 7JW | - not rated | 4,171 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turaa Indian Streatery & Bar 71 | 71 Derby Road, Melbourne | 567 yd | |
| Meaks of Melbourne | 14 Derby Road, Melbourne | 682 yd | |
| Harpur's of Melbourne | 2 Derby Road, Melbourne | 682 yd | |
| Amalfi White Bar and Restaurant | 50 Derby Road, Melbourne | 682 yd | |
| Zeerah | 61 Derby Road, Melbourne | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Newton Bowls Club | Pack Horse Road, Melbourne | 2 yd | |
| Hardinge Arms | 34 Main Street, Kings Newton | 309 yd | |
| Melbourne Royal British Legion | 87 Derby Road, Melbourne | 682 yd | |
| Alma Inn | 59 Derby Road, Melbourne | 682 yd | |
| The White Swan | 41 Castle Street, Melbourne | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Kitchen | Castle Street, Melbourne | 803 yd | |
| MASD Food Ltd | 32 Market Place, Melbourne | 881 yd | |
| Melbourne Fish & Chip Shop | 29 Market Place, Melbourne | 883 yd | |
| Birds (Derby) Ltd | 7-8 Market Place, Melbourne | 883 yd | |
| High Hill Chinese | 64 High Street, Melbourne | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Melbourne Derby Road Local | Derby Road, Melbourne | 682 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Junior School PACK HORSE ROAD | grass pitches | 383 yd |
| Picture Of Health Fitness Studio (Derby) (Closed) Derby Road | health and fitness suite | 568 yd |
| Melbourne Assembly Rooms HIGH STREET | squash courts | 996 yd |
| Melbourne Sports Park COCKSHUT LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,086 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 | 93.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.1% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 165.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.