Penn Lane is in Melbourne, Derby and in South Derbyshire district. DE73 8EP 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 Penn Lane, Melbourne, Derby, DE73 8EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE73 8LN, DE73 8ER, DE73 8EJ, DE73 8ET, DE73 8HX, DE73 8LW, DE73 8BF, DE73 8DW, DE73 1DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DE73 8EP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 52.3% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 49.7% | 47.7% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 8EP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 31.4% | 20.4% | -11.0% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 56.5% | 8.2% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 12.3% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 7.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 46.9% | 49.5% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 34.3% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.3% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 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.
In the area around DE73 8EP this area, 8.9% 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 50.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.2% | 8.9% | -10.3% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5% | 6.9% | 1.9% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 14.7% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 14.3% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 41% | 50.6% | 9.6% | 33.8% | 16.8% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.7% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 97.7% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 94.9% | 97.7% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 98% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 59.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penn Lane was 89.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 97.5% higher than the Melbourne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penn Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Melbourne and the 81st highest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Penn Lane, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £790,000 | 2024-09-06 | £830,250 |
| 125 Penn Lane, Derby, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £9,500 | 2020-11-12 | £11,175 |
| 125 Penn Lane, Derby, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2020-10-09 | £736,061 |
| Pennside Penn Lane, Derby, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2018-11-02 | £1,144,957 |
| 100 Penn Lane, Derby, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £344,099 | 2017-09-01 | £467,690 |
DE73 8EP 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 8EP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Junior School Packhorse Road , Melbourne DE73 8JE | 3out of 4 | 738 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melbourne Infant School Packhorse Road , Melbourne DE73 8JE | 4out of 4 | 823 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hardulph's Church of England Primary School Main Street , Breedon-on-the-Hill DE73 8AN | 3out of 4 | 3,043 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston-on-Trent CofE (VA) Primary School Forrester Avenue , Weston-on-Trent DE72 2HX | 3out of 4 | 3,885 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy Riber Drive , DE73 6WS | - not rated | 4,970 yd | Free schools | 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 | 3,808 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forteys | 33 Market Place, Melbourne | 322 yd | |
| Leddy's | 38 High Street, Melbourne | 336 yd | |
| The Bay Tree (Melbourne) Ltd | 4 Potter Street, Melbourne | 354 yd | |
| Soup and Pudding Club | Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street | 361 yd | |
| Thai Village Restaurant and Takeaway | 41 Castle Street, Melbourne | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Spirit Vaults | 53 Church Street, Melbourne | 151 yd | |
| Stable Ales (T/A The Brewhouse) | Church Square, Melbourne | 235 yd | |
| Bank of Beers | 8-10 High Street, Melbourne | 303 yd | |
| Melbourne Inn | 20 High Street, Melbourne | 364 yd | |
| The White Swan | 41 Castle Street, Melbourne | 368 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sitooterie | Church Square, Melbourne | 235 yd | |
| MASD Food Ltd | 32 Market Place, Melbourne | 314 yd | |
| Birds (Derby) Ltd | 7-8 Market Place, Melbourne | 315 yd | |
| Melbourne Fish & Chip Shop | 29 Market Place, Melbourne | 316 yd | |
| High Hill Chinese | 64 High Street, Melbourne | 364 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Melbourne Derby Road Local | Derby Road, Melbourne | 516 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Assembly Rooms HIGH STREET | squash courts | 282 yd |
| Picture Of Health Fitness Studio (Derby) (Closed) Derby Road | health and fitness suite | 671 yd |
| Melbourne Junior School PACK HORSE ROAD | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Melbourne Sports Park COCKSHUT LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 833 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.