Commerce Street is in Melbourne, Derby and in South Derbyshire district. DE73 8FT 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 Commerce Street, Melbourne, Derby, DE73 8FT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE73 8FY, DE73 8FX, DE73 8HR, DE73 8FS, DE73 8YG, DE73 8HB, DE73 8LX, DE73 8FB, DE73 8LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DE73 8FT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 50.2% | 49.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.3% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.5% | 33.9% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 43.3% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 13.8% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 5.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 52.8% | 47.3% | -5.5% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 34.9% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 12% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 24.5% | 13.8% | -10.7% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 10.2% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 11.4% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 9.1% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 16.1% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 38.2% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.3% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 98.4% | 96.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 96.9% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Commerce Street was 24.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.9% lower than the Melbourne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Commerce Street has the 8th lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Melbourne and the 81st lowest crime rate of 360 local areas in South Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Commerce Street, Derby, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £224,950 | 2024-10-29 | £226,277 |
| 3 Commerce Street, Derby, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-10-10 | £221,298 |
| 21 Commerce Street, Derby, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-07-01 | £155,157 |
| 17 Commerce Street, Derby, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-04-26 | £179,384 |
| 61 Commerce Street, Derby, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £229,950 | 2024-04-02 | £235,710 |
DE73 8FT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Junior School Packhorse Road , Melbourne DE73 8JE | 3out of 4 | 828 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Melbourne Infant School Packhorse Road , Melbourne DE73 8JE | 4out of 4 | 914 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 | 3,842 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 | 3,944 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy Riber Drive , DE73 6WS | - not rated | 4,480 yd | Free schools | 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 | 5,013 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 | 3,342 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Repton Preparatory School Foremarke Hall , Milton DE65 6EJ | - not rated | 5,308 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 | 415 yd | |
| Soup and Pudding Club | Melbourne Assembly Rooms, High Street | 455 yd | |
| Meaks of Melbourne | 14 Derby Road, Melbourne | 461 yd | |
| Harpur's of Melbourne | 2 Derby Road, Melbourne | 461 yd | |
| Amalfi White Bar and Restaurant | 50 Derby Road, Melbourne | 461 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Inn | 20 High Street, Melbourne | 452 yd | |
| Melbourne Royal British Legion | 87 Derby Road, Melbourne | 461 yd | |
| Alma Inn | 59 Derby Road, Melbourne | 461 yd | |
| Bank of Beers | 8-10 High Street, Melbourne | 532 yd | |
| The White Swan | 41 Castle Street, Melbourne | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Hill Chinese | 64 High Street, Melbourne | 452 yd | |
| Melbourne Fish & Chip Shop | 29 Market Place, Melbourne | 537 yd | |
| Birds (Derby) Ltd | 7-8 Market Place, Melbourne | 537 yd | |
| MASD Food Ltd | 32 Market Place, Melbourne | 540 yd | |
| Melbourne Kitchen | Castle Street, Melbourne | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Melbourne Derby Road Local | Derby Road, Melbourne | 461 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Sports Park COCKSHUT LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 198 yd |
| Picture Of Health Fitness Studio (Derby) (Closed) Derby Road | health and fitness suite | 412 yd |
| Melbourne Assembly Rooms HIGH STREET | squash courts | 533 yd |
| Melbourne Junior School PACK HORSE ROAD | grass pitches | 742 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 | 67.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 120.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.