Howitt Street is in Heanor and in Amber Valley district. DE75 7AW is located in the Heanor East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Amber Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Howitt Street, Heanor, DE75 7AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE75 7AJ, DE75 7AX, DE75 7AS, DE75 7AP, DE75 7TF, DE75 7TB, DE75 7TQ, DE75 7AR, DE75 7AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE75 7AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 50.4% | 2.9% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 52.5% | 49.6% | -2.9% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 DE75 7AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 28.5% | 30.2% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 51.9% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.6% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 7.4% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 40.6% | 47.5% | 6.9% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 35% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 14.4% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.7% | 20.9% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 5.2% | -8.7% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 15% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 20.9% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 28.2% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.7% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.9% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 99.1% | 97.4% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 97.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Howitt Street was 64.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.4% lower than the Heanor East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Howitt Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Heanor East and the 168th highest crime rate of 386 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Howitt Street, Heanor, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2025-10-30 | £171,741 |
| 96 Howitt Street, Heanor, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-06-11 | £130,040 |
| 100 Howitt Street, Heanor, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-02-28 | £158,220 |
| 72 Howitt Street, Heanor, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2025-02-18 | £175,727 |
| 85 Howitt Street, Heanor, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2023-01-20 | £242,033 |
DE75 7AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 120 |
| Retired | 95 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heanor Langley Infant School & Nursery Laceyfields Road , Langley DE75 7HJ | - not rated | 679 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laceyfields Academy Laceyfields Road , Langley DE75 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 679 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlpool Junior School Claramount Road , DE75 7HS | 3out of 4 | 758 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlpool Infant School Prospect Road , Marlpool DE75 7NF | - not rated | 792 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mundy CofE Junior School Lockton Avenue , DE75 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldercar High School Daltons Close , Langley Mill NG16 4HL | - not rated | 1,356 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldercar High School Daltons Close , Langley Mill NG16 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Science College Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | - not rated | 1,827 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Spencer Academy Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | 4out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Comprehensive School Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | - not rated | 2,588 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmine House School Jasmine House School , 34 Ilkeston Road DE75 7DT | - not rated | 518 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Michael House School The Field , Shipley DE75 7JH | - not rated | 2,073 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Parkside School Chewton Street , Eastwood NG16 3HB | - not rated | 3,667 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Esteem Valley Academy Bennerley Avenue , Cotmanhay DE7 8PF | - not rated | 4,268 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Amber Valley & Erewash Support Centre Bennerley Avenue , Cotmanhay DE7 8PF | - not rated | 4,268 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dwelling Place Food Cabin | Mansfield Road Methodist Church Mansfield Road Heanor Derbyshire | 68 yd | |
| Crown Inn | 6 Church Street Heanor Derbyshire | 276 yd | |
| DH Lawrence Cafe | Heanor Antiques Centre 1 - 3 Ilkeston Road Heanor Derbyshire | 375 yd | |
| Royal Breakfast | 26 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 482 yd | |
| Market Cafe | 13 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heanor Conservative Club | 2 Church Street Heanor Derbyshire | 276 yd | |
| The King Of Prussia | 4 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 482 yd | |
| The Crafty Tap | 33 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 537 yd | |
| Heanor Miners Welfare | 50 Ilkeston Road Marlpool Heanor Derbyshire | 572 yd | |
| Shipley Working Mens Club | 2 Millbank Marlpool Heanor Derbyshire | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns | 19A Church Street Heanor Derbyshire | 299 yd | |
| Crest Of The Wave | 35 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 539 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 4 38 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 539 yd | |
| UK Chicken & Pizza | 29B Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 539 yd | |
| Park Life Heanor Kiosk | Park Life Kiosk Heanor 27 Ilkeston Road Heanor Derbyshire | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boyes | 10 Market Street Heanor Derbyshire | 573 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | 23 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 593 yd | |
| Tesco | High Street Heanor Derbyshire | 915 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd Unit 1 Heanor Retail Park High Street Heanor Derbyshire | 915 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Unit 3A & 3B Heanor Retail Park Heanor Derbyshire | 918 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| William Gregg Vc Leisure Centre HANDS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 259 yd |
| Heanor Miners Welfare Trust ILKESTON ROAD | grass pitches | 671 yd |
| The Heanor Town Ground HEANOR TOWN FOOTBALL SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB HEANOR TOWN FOOTBALL SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB MAYFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| Langley Mill United Cricket Club AMBER DRIVE | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Lockton Avenue LOCKTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,037 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 | 41.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.