Brockwell Lane is in Chesterfield and in Chesterfield district. S40 4EG is located in the Brockwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chesterfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brockwell Lane, Chesterfield, S40 4EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S40 4EF, S40 4EQ, S40 4HG, S40 4EH, S40 4AZ, S40 4EJ, S40 4HJ, S40 4ED, S40 4ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S40 4EG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 50.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 49.1% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 16.2% | 26.7% | 10.5% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 48.7% | -5.7% | 44.2% | 4.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 12.8% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 17.6% | 10.3% | -7.3% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 | 39.9% | 43.2% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 33.2% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 17% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 26.5% | 16.1% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.8% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 13.5% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 19.7% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.6% | 32.6% | 11.0% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.6% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.5% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 95.5% | 96.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 96.5% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brockwell Lane was 79.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.0% lower than the Brampton East & Boythorpe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brockwell Lane has the 49th highest crime rate of 113 local areas in Brampton East & Boythorpe and the 174th highest crime rate of 357 local areas in Chesterfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Brockwell Lane, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-05-09 | £187,066 |
| 91 Brockwell Lane, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-09-01 | £177,344 |
| 105 Brockwell Lane, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2018-05-11 | £209,636 |
| 105 Brockwell Lane, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2015-05-26 | £216,286 |
| 97 Brockwell Lane, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2013-10-25 | £242,967 |
S40 4EG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S40 4EG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brockwell Junior School Purbeck Avenue , Loundsley Green S40 4NP | 4out of 4 | 228 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brockwell Nursery and Infant School Brockwell Nursery and Infant School , Purbeck Avenue S40 4NP | 3out of 4 | 296 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brampton Primary School School Board Lane , Brampton S40 1DD | 3out of 4 | 909 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Hall Primary School Highfield Hall Primary School, Highfield Lane , S41 8AZ | 3out of 4 | 990 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary Cross Street , S40 4ST | 3out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Newbold Road , Upper Newbold S41 8AG | 4out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Newbold Highfield Lane , Newbold S41 8BA | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Community School Boythorpe Avenue , Boythorpe S40 2NS | 3out of 4 | 1,777 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Community School Chatsworth Road , S40 3NS | 2out of 4 | 2,147 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittington Green School High Street , Old Whittington S41 9LG | 2out of 4 | 4,169 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,722 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashgate Croft School Ashgate Road , S40 4BN | 4out of 4 | 737 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter & St Paul School Brambling House , Hady Hill S41 0EF | - not rated | 3,106 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield Hospital School Knightingale Red Ward , Chesterfield North Derbyshire Hospital S44 5BL | - not rated | 3,601 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Holly House Special School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | 2out of 4 | 3,882 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Derbyshire Support Centre The Green , Hasland S41 0LN | 2out of 4 | 4,152 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Hotel | 138 Newbold Road | 423 yd | |
| Buttylicious | 9 Cuttholme Way | 732 yd | |
| Communikate | Ashgate Medical Practice, Ashgate Manor | 878 yd | |
| Crossroads Eatery | 2 Compton Street | 910 yd | |
| Sunday Lunch Club | Loundsley Green Community Centre, Cuttholme Road | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Badger | 81 Brockwell Lane | 138 yd | |
| Chesterfield Miners Welfare | Chester Street | 559 yd | |
| Junction Bar Chesterfield Ltd | 3 Chatsworth Road | 1,053 yd | |
| Nags Head | 37 Newbold Village, Newbold Road | 1,067 yd | |
| Chesterfield Labour Club | 111-113 Saltergate | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loundsley Green Fish Bar | 5 Shopping Centre, Cuttholme Way | 733 yd | |
| Mayflower | 1 Shopping Centre, Cuttholme Way | 737 yd | |
| Highfield Chippy | 109 Highfield Road | 858 yd | |
| Tan Wong Kitchen | 48A Newbold Village, Newbold Road | 1,011 yd | |
| Pizza House | 50A Newbold Village, Newbold Road | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food Group Ltd | The Co-Operative Food, Ashgate Road | 725 yd | |
| Tesco | Newbold Road | 807 yd | |
| Co - Op Food | 74 Newbold Village, Newbold Road | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brockwell Junior School PURBECK AVENUE | grass pitches | 295 yd |
| Chesterfield Lawn Tennis Club Ltd Hawksley Avenue | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 573 yd |
| Loundsley Green Recreation Ground PENNINE WAY | grass pitches | 613 yd |
| Gkn Sheepbridge Sports And Social Club (Closed) Newbold Road | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| Manor Centre (Closed) Ashgate Road | swimming pool | 784 yd |
| Ashgate Croft School ASHGATE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 822 yd |
| Inkerman Playing Fields INKERMAN COTTAGES INKERMAN COTTAGES ASHGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Highfield Hall Primary School HIGHFIELD LANE | swimming pool | 932 yd |
| St Marys Catholic Primary School CROSS STREET | grass pitches | 947 yd |
| Brampton Rovers Afc FOOTBALL PITCHES FOOTBALL PITCHES NEWBOLD BACK LANE | grass pitches | 955 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 | 66.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 164.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.