Bridge Street is in Chesterfield and in Chesterfield district. S40 2EQ is located in the Rother electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chesterfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridge Street, Chesterfield, S40 2EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S40 2FB, S40 2EG, S40 2EW, S40 2EE, S40 2EF, S40 2UT, S40 2EN, S40 2ED, S40 2EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S40 2EQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 50.5% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49.5% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 S40 2EQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 33.2% | 31% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 52.7% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 | 51.2% | 48.6% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 36.1% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 13.2% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
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 S40 2EQ this area, 9.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 9.4% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 7.8% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 12.7% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 4.9% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 26.1% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 38.4% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 93.8% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 97.6% | 95.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.5% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 76.7% | 13.9% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridge Street was 55.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.5% lower than the Hasland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridge Street has the 20th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Hasland and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 357 local areas in Chesterfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Bridge Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2024-08-02 | £62,160 |
| 4 Bridge Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2023-07-05 | £109,053 |
| 11 Bridge Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £124,950 | 2021-09-30 | £138,744 |
| 5 Bridge Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2021-09-03 | £132,137 |
| 1 Bridge Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-10-19 | £151,057 |
S40 2EQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spire Junior School Jawbones Hill , Derby Road S40 2EN | 3out of 4 | 184 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spire Nursery and Infant School Derby Road , S40 2EU | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Peak Flying High Academy Whitecotes Lane , S40 3HJ | - not rated | 792 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Rhodes Primary & Nursery School Hunloke Avenue , Boythorpe S40 2NR | 2out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hasland Infant School Eyre Street East , Hasland S41 0PE | 3out of 4 | 1,128 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Community School Boythorpe Avenue , Boythorpe S40 2NS | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hasland Hall Broomfield Avenue , Hasland S41 0LP | - not rated | 1,753 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Newbold Highfield Lane , Newbold S41 8BA | 3out of 4 | 3,239 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Community School Chatsworth Road , S40 3NS | 2out of 4 | 3,275 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Newbold Road , Upper Newbold S41 8AG | 4out of 4 | 3,820 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield College Infirmary Road , S41 7NG | - not rated | 1,719 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North East Derbyshire Support Centre The Green , Hasland S41 0LN | 2out of 4 | 1,569 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter & St Paul School Brambling House , Hady Hill S41 0EF | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield Hospital School Knightingale Red Ward , Chesterfield North Derbyshire Hospital S44 5BL | - not rated | 2,280 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ashgate Croft School Ashgate Road , S40 4BN | 4out of 4 | 2,841 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Birdcage | 35 Derby Road | 99 yd | |
| Blue Ocean | 135 Derby Road Birdholme | 476 yd | |
| Oh Crumbs | 284 Derby Road Birdholme | 477 yd | |
| McDonalds (Cara Restaurants Ltd) Alma | Unit 5, Alma Leisure Park | 483 yd | |
| Nandos | Unit 2, Alma Leisure Park | 483 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvester | Alma Leisure Park, Derby Road | 435 yd | |
| Birdholme Working Men's Club | Rothervale Road, Birdholme | 607 yd | |
| Whitecotes Hotel | Boythorpe Road | 701 yd | |
| Chesterfield Bowl | Storforth Lane | 768 yd | |
| Spread Eagle | 7 Beetwell Street | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Road Deli | 9 Derby Road | 125 yd | |
| New China House | 206 Derby Road | 258 yd | |
| UK Pizza and Kebab | 206A Derby Road | 263 yd | |
| Huadu | 226 Derby Road | 311 yd | |
| Dong Shan Ltd | 59 Baden Powell Road | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express (Derby Road) | Tesco Express, Derby Road | 278 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 1 Ravenside Retail Park, Markham Road | 896 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative - 71 Grangewood Road | 71 Grangewood Road | 983 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chesterfield Fc Training Ground Whitebank Close | grass pitches | 403 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Chesterfield) DERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 436 yd |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Chesterfield) DERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 529 yd |
| Rother Recreation Ground ROTHERVALE ROAD | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Chesterfield) SPIRE WALK BUSINESS PARK SPIRE WALK BUSINESS PARK SPIRE WALK | health and fitness suite | 668 yd |
| Whitecotes Primary Academy WHITECOTES LANE | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| Queen'S Park Sports Centre Queen's Park Sports Centre Queen's Park Sports Centre BOYTHORPE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 922 yd |
| Chesterfield Police Headquarters NEW BEETWELL STREET | 993 yd | |
| Langer Lane LANGER LANE | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Whitecotes Playing Field (Closed) Hucklow Avenue | grass pitches | 1,032 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 | 72 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.