Lowlands Lea is in Heanor and in Amber Valley district. DE75 7SX is located in the Heanor West & Loscoe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Amber Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lowlands Lea, Heanor, DE75 7SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE75 7UT, DE75 7SU, DE75 7SL, DE75 7TS, DE75 7US, DE75 7SR, DE75 7TR, DE75 7PU, DE75 7AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DE75 7SX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49% | 1.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 23% | 24.7% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 47.1% | -10.3% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 16.2% | 5.6% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 10% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.2% | 33% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 35.7% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 16% | 22% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 9.3% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
In the area around DE75 7SX this area, 31.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 31.5% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 14.8% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 10.9% | -9.5% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.8% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 16% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 16.3% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.4% | 99% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 100% 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 | 97.7% | 100% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 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 | 97.7% | 100% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 76.7% | -4.6% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lowlands Lea was 48.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.3% lower than the Heanor East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lowlands Lea has the 8th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Heanor East and the 168th lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36 Lowlands Lea, Heanor, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2022-03-04 | £113,922 |
| 12 Lowlands Lea, Heanor, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2021-08-25 | £155,034 |
| 12 Lowlands Lea, Heanor, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2018-11-23 | £168,336 |
| 6 Lowlands Lea, Heanor, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2017-05-19 | £166,069 |
| 12 Lowlands Lea, Heanor, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £98,500 | 2007-06-15 | £155,669 |
DE75 7SX 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DE75 7SX 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 | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Mill Junior School Bailey Brook Crescent , Langley Mill NG16 4FZ | - not rated | 803 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Mill Academy Bailey Brook Crescent , Langley Mill NG16 4FZ | - not rated | 803 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Mill Church of England Infant School and Nursery Sedgwick Street , Langley Mill NG16 4DT | 3out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Langley Infant School & Nursery Laceyfields Road , Langley DE75 7HJ | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laceyfields Academy Laceyfields Road , Langley DE75 7HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,063 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldercar High School Daltons Close , Langley Mill NG16 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,063 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Science College Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | - not rated | 1,790 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Spencer Academy Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | 4out of 4 | 1,790 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Comprehensive School Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | - not rated | 2,708 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 | 765 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Michael House School The Field , Shipley DE75 7JH | - not rated | 2,501 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Parkside School Chewton Street , Eastwood NG16 3HB | - not rated | 3,893 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee House Christian School Beauvale , NG16 2EZ | - not rated | 4,509 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Esteem Valley Academy Bennerley Avenue , Cotmanhay DE7 8PF | - not rated | 4,685 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | 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 | 383 yd | |
| Crown Inn | 6 Church Street Heanor Derbyshire | 515 yd | |
| Market Cafe | 13 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 571 yd | |
| Royal Breakfast | 26 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 571 yd | |
| DH Lawrence Cafe | Heanor Antiques Centre 1 - 3 Ilkeston Road Heanor Derbyshire | 592 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heanor Conservative Club | 2 Church Street Heanor Derbyshire | 515 yd | |
| The King Of Prussia | 4 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 571 yd | |
| The Crafty Tap | 33 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 647 yd | |
| Heanor Labour Club | 12 Red Lion Square Heanor Derbyshire | 704 yd | |
| The Angry Bee Micropub | 1 Godfrey Street Heanor Derbyshire | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns | 19A Church Street Heanor Derbyshire | 468 yd | |
| Fellas | 14 Market Street Heanor Derbyshire | 642 yd | |
| Mr T's Pizza | 7 Market Street Heanor Derbyshire | 642 yd | |
| Happy Jacks Shakes N Bakes | Happy Jack's Shakes 'n' Bakes 28 Market Street Heanor Derbyshire | 642 yd | |
| Crest Of The Wave | 35 Market Place Heanor Derbyshire | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boyes | 10 Market Street Heanor Derbyshire | 578 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | 23 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 627 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Unit 3A & 3B Heanor Retail Park Heanor Derbyshire | 751 yd | |
| Tesco | High Street Heanor Derbyshire | 770 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore Ltd Unit 1 Heanor Retail Park High Street Heanor Derbyshire | 770 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| William Gregg Vc Leisure Centre HANDS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 651 yd |
| Langley Mill Academy BAILEY BROOK CRESCENT | grass pitches | 803 yd |
| Aldercar Recreation Ground ANDREWS DRIVE | grass pitches | 971 yd |
| Heanor Miners Welfare Trust ILKESTON ROAD | grass pitches | 972 yd |
| The Heanor Town Ground HEANOR TOWN FOOTBALL SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB HEANOR TOWN FOOTBALL SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB MAYFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 998 yd |
| Langley Mill United Cricket Club AMBER DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Howitt Primary Community School HOLMES STREET | grass pitches | 1,044 yd |
| Aldercar High School DALTONS CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,076 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.44 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.