New Street is in Chesterfield and in Chesterfield district. S40 2JZ 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 New Street, Chesterfield, S40 2JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S40 2LA, S40 2JX, S40 2LE, S40 1TB, S40 1TA, S40 1XZ, S40 2LG, S40 2FY, S40 2RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S40 2JZ is primarily male, with 57.4% of the population 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 | 43.7% | 42.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -8.4% |
| Male | 56.3% | 57.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 8.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around S40 2JZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.8% | 55.2% | 6.4% | 37.9% | 17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.4% | 15.8% | -8.6% | 44.2% | -28.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 7.1% | 4.4% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 17.3% | 21.2% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 12.1% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 | 42.6% | 46.8% | 4.2% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 34.6% | -5.0% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 15.2% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.5% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 21.4% | 17.2% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 7.4% | -8.7% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16.2% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 5.9% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 23.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 27% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 7.1% | 2.9% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 4.6% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 3.0% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.4% | 86.6% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 5.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 85.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 85.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 4.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 5.4% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.8% | 86.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 5.5% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 3.8% | -1.3% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.7% | 37.2% | 22.5% |
| Christian | 27.5% | 46.2% | -18.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Street was 3964.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 2956.8% higher than the Brampton East & Boythorpe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Street has the highest crime rate of 113 local areas in Brampton East & Boythorpe and the highest crime rate of 357 local areas in Chesterfield . It is also in the top 100 most dangerous local areas in England and Wales.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 1714.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 New Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-05-16 | £129,793 |
| 12 New Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2021-01-06 | £81,285 |
| 14 New Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £88,500 | 2019-04-18 | £121,282 |
| Preston Joinery New Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2014-07-17 | £103,074 |
| 2 New Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £69,500 | 2014-02-14 | £111,434 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Rhodes Primary & Nursery School Hunloke Avenue , Boythorpe S40 2NR | 2out of 4 | 704 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spire Junior School Jawbones Hill , Derby Road S40 2EN | 3out of 4 | 945 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary Cross Street , S40 4ST | 3out of 4 | 947 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Primary School School Board Lane , Brampton S40 1DD | 3out of 4 | 992 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Peak Flying High Academy Whitecotes Lane , S40 3HJ | - not rated | 1,051 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 592 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Newbold Highfield Lane , Newbold S41 8BA | 3out of 4 | 2,408 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hasland Hall Broomfield Avenue , Hasland S41 0LP | - not rated | 2,541 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Community School Chatsworth Road , S40 3NS | 2out of 4 | 2,807 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 | 2,955 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 | 1,066 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter & St Paul School Brambling House , Hady Hill S41 0EF | - not rated | 1,792 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Croft School Ashgate Road , S40 4BN | 4out of 4 | 2,085 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield Hospital School Knightingale Red Ward , Chesterfield North Derbyshire Hospital S44 5BL | - not rated | 2,359 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| North East Derbyshire Support Centre The Green , Hasland S41 0LN | 2out of 4 | 2,377 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holly House Special School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | 2out of 4 | 4,941 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Living | Ravenside Retail Park, Park Road | 76 yd | |
| Compass At Asda Cafe | Ravenside Retail Park, Park Road | 76 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Restaurant (Ravenside Retail Park) | Unit 8, Ravenside Retail Park | 149 yd | |
| Costa @ Next | Unit 3, Ravenside Retail Park | 149 yd | |
| Greys Cafe | Chesterfield Antiques Centre, 7 Park Road | 268 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spread Eagle | 7 Beetwell Street | 331 yd | |
| Crown and Cushion | 51 Low Pavement | 358 yd | |
| Portland Hotel | West Bars | 366 yd | |
| Magnolia Barbering (and Bar & Training) | Shop 17, Market Hall | 399 yd | |
| Sun Inn | 13 West Bars | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Food | 66 Park Road | 65 yd | |
| Pound Bakery | 18 Middle Pavement | 331 yd | |
| Beetwell Fried Chicken (BFC) | 13-15 Beetwell Street | 359 yd | |
| Market Place Fish and Chips | 69-71 Low Pavement | 370 yd | |
| Woodys | 4 Theatre Yard | 380 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 1 Ravenside Retail Park, Markham Road | 64 yd | |
| Tesco Metro | 12 Middle Pavement | 338 yd | |
| Iceland (Steeplegate) | 16-18 Steeplegate | 518 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative - Knifesmithgate | Knifesmithgate | 544 yd | |
| Tesco Express (Derby Road) | Tesco Express, Derby Road | 1,077 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Xercise4Less (Chesterfield) SPIRE WALK BUSINESS PARK SPIRE WALK BUSINESS PARK SPIRE WALK | health and fitness suite | 239 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 | 335 yd |
| Chesterfield Police Headquarters NEW BEETWELL STREET | 393 yd | |
| Queen'S Park Sports Centre (Closed) Boythorpe Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 448 yd |
| Curves For Women (Chesterfield) (Closed) Burlington Street | health and fitness suite | 523 yd |
| Rowland Hill House ROWLAND HILL HOUSE ROWLAND HILL HOUSE BOYTHORPE ROAD | 582 yd | |
| Lifestyle Fitness (Chesterfield) DERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 679 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Chesterfield) DERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 715 yd |
| Parkside Community School BOYTHORPE AVENUE | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Peak Leisure Club (Closed) Malkin Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 910 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 68.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.