High Street is in New Whittington, Chesterfield and in Chesterfield district. S43 2AN is located in the Whittington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Street, New Whittington, Chesterfield, S43 2AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S43 2EJ, S43 2AT, S43 2EL, S43 2BA, S43 2BG, S43 2AW, S43 2AL, S43 2AA, S43 2BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S43 2AN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.9% | 51.6% | 6.7% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 55.1% | 48.4% | -6.7% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 S43 2AN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% 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 | 41.6% | 46.6% | 5.0% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20% | 19% | -1.0% | 44.2% | -25.2% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 5.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 22.4% | 25.9% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 16.8% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 3.4% | -7.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 (59%) 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 | 22.8% | 29.9% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -18.5% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 29.1% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 21.3% | 27.6% | 6.3% | 12.7% | 14.9% |
| Bad health | 19.9% | 10.2% | -9.7% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 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 S43 2AN this area, 31% 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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.6% | 31% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 12.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 14.7% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.8% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 12.9% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.8% | 21.6% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 8% | 0% | -8.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 4% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.3% | 92.8% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 88.9% 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 | 94.9% | 88.9% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 4% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 3.2% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 4.8% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 90.3% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.9% | 76.7% | -14.8% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 33.3% | 13.5% | 19.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 46.8% | 46.2% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 106.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.1% higher than the Brimington North average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
High Street has the 24th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Brimington North and the 119th highest crime rate of 357 local areas in Chesterfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% 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 High Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £179,360 | 2024-09-02 | £185,942 |
| 166 High Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2024-05-10 | £157,212 |
| 142 High Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2023-03-21 | £85,624 |
| 138 High Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £72,500 | 2022-09-16 | £73,439 |
| 152 - 154 High Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-09-06 | £158,217 |
S43 2AN 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 | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Whittington Community Primary School London Street , New Whittington S43 2AQ | 2out of 4 | 258 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Swanwick Primary School Church Street North , Old Whittington S41 9QW | 3out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimington Junior School Springvale Road , Brimington S43 1HF | 3out of 4 | 1,740 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henry Bradley Infant School Princess Street , Brimington S43 1HR | 3out of 4 | 2,219 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow Hill Primary Academy Station Road , Barrow Hill S43 2PG | 2out of 4 | 2,333 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 941 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Newbold Highfield Lane , Newbold S41 8BA | 3out of 4 | 3,614 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Community College Middlecroft Road , Staveley S43 3NQ | - not rated | 3,999 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eckington School Dronfield Road , Eckington S21 4GN | 2out of 4 | 4,388 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy Newbold Road , Upper Newbold S41 8AG | 4out of 4 | 4,388 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 | 4,526 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 | 1,671 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield Hospital School Knightingale Red Ward , Chesterfield North Derbyshire Hospital S44 5BL | - not rated | 4,811 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Peter & St Paul School Brambling House , Hady Hill S41 0EF | - not rated | 4,921 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Whittington Social Club | Wellington Street | 109 yd | |
| The Rising Sun Public House | 78 High Street, New Whittington | 229 yd | |
| The Forge Inn | 1 Station Lane, New Whittington | 396 yd | |
| Whittington Wanderers Cricket Club | Brealey Park Pavillion, Brearley Street | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Spud | 144 High Street, New Whittington | 48 yd | |
| New Waahoo | 2 South Street North | 145 yd | |
| Golden Grill | 106 High Street, New Whittington | 165 yd | |
| A Bite to Eat | 104 High Street, New Whittington | 171 yd | |
| Sakura House | 74 High Street, New Whittington | 243 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brearley Park BREARLEY STREET | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Whittington Green School HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 1,052 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 | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.