Station Road is in Brimington, Chesterfield and in Chesterfield district. S43 1LU is located in the Brimington North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chesterfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Road, Brimington, Chesterfield, S43 1LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S43 1LJ, S43 1LY, S43 1BF, S43 1BQ, S43 1BN, S43 1BS, S43 1LZ, S43 1LF, S43 1GS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S43 1LU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents 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 | 53.4% | 49.7% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 46.6% | 50.3% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 33.4% | 37% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 48.9% | 1.9% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 9.6% | -2.8% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.7% | 58.1% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 9.7% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 32.1% | 3.9% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 8% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.3% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 S43 1LU this area, 7.9% 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 | 14.7% | 7.9% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 15.1% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.2% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 22.2% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 37.9% | 6.2% | 33.8% | 4.1% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.2% 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 | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.4% | 92.2% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 10.8% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 96.2% | 94.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 94.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 48.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.5% lower than the Brimington North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Road has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Brimington North and the 114th lowest crime rate of 357 local areas in Chesterfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 162 Station Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2024-01-08 | £138,273 |
| 144 Station Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-06-17 | £216,942 |
| 158 Station Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2020-07-17 | £131,689 |
| 164 Station Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2019-08-01 | £104,577 |
| 162 Station Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £96,500 | 2016-05-13 | £142,820 |
S43 1LU 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 | 230 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 42 |
| Education | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimington Junior School Springvale Road , Brimington S43 1HF | 3out of 4 | 438 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henry Bradley Infant School Princess Street , Brimington S43 1HR | 3out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy Scarsdale Road , Whittington Moor S41 8NF | 3out of 4 | 1,582 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Whittington Community Primary School London Street , New Whittington S43 2AQ | 2out of 4 | 1,761 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cavendish Junior School Edmund Street , Newbold Moor S41 8TD | 3out of 4 | 1,868 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whittington Green School High Street , Old Whittington S41 9LG | 2out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Newbold Highfield Lane , Newbold S41 8BA | 3out of 4 | 2,128 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Newbold Road , Upper Newbold S41 8AG | 4out of 4 | 3,254 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Community College Middlecroft Road , Staveley S43 3NQ | - not rated | 3,496 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Community School Boythorpe Avenue , Boythorpe S40 2NS | 3out of 4 | 4,163 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 | 2,579 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holly House Special School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QR | 2out of 4 | 2,163 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield Hospital School Knightingale Red Ward , Chesterfield North Derbyshire Hospital S44 5BL | - not rated | 2,890 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Peter & St Paul School Brambling House , Hady Hill S41 0EF | - not rated | 2,936 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashgate Croft School Ashgate Road , S40 4BN | 4out of 4 | 4,141 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Derbyshire Support Centre The Green , Hasland S41 0LN | 2out of 4 | 4,970 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chutney Spice (Chesterfield) Ltd | 50-52 Church Street, Brimington | 865 yd | |
| Burger King | Brimington Road North | 869 yd | |
| Katies | 21 High Street, Brimington | 997 yd | |
| Crossroads Cafe | 51 Brimington Road North | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mill | 236 Station Road, Brimington | 326 yd | |
| Ark Tavern | Chesterfield Road, Brimington | 739 yd | |
| Brimming with Beer Ltd | Patrick Hinds House, Chesterfield Road | 740 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | 40 Church Street, Brimington | 896 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Church Street, Brimington | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Guy | 81 Station Road, Brimington | 138 yd | |
| Station Pizza | 1A Neale Bank | 426 yd | |
| Winner House | 36 Wikeley Way | 440 yd | |
| Catered For | 56 Church Street, Brimington | 851 yd | |
| Wong Lee | 44 Church Street, Brimington | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Rother Way | 987 yd | |
| Central England Co-Operative - 17 High Street Brimington | 17 High Street, Brimington | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brimington Junior School SPRINGVALE ROAD | grass pitches | 378 yd |
| Thistle Park RECREATION GROUND CAR PARK RECREATION GROUND CAR PARK STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 630 yd |
| Body Progress Gymnasium (Closed) Pottery Lane East | health and fitness suite | 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 | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 177.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.