Alder Gardens is in Hollingwood, Chesterfield and in Chesterfield district. S43 2JU is located in the Staveley South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chesterfield. This postcode has been in use since 2009-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alder Gardens, Hollingwood, Chesterfield, S43 2JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S43 2JZ, S43 2HD, S43 2HE, S43 2HG, S43 2LA, S43 2HQ, S43 2HY, S43 2JF, S43 2LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S43 2JU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 53.7% | 47.4% | -6.3% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 46.3% | 52.6% | 6.3% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
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 | 31.6% | 39.1% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 42.4% | -11.4% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9% | 11.6% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 48.9% | 40.8% | -8.1% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 40.5% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 14.6% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 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 | 20.3% | 11.3% | -9.0% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 26.9% | 21.7% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 8.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 9% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 20.3% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 23% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 100% | 98.3% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 99.2% 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 | 99.6% | 99.2% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 16.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.8% | 37.2% | 17.6% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alder Gardens was 30.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.6% lower than the Brimington North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alder Gardens has the 14th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Brimington North and the 71st lowest crime rate of 357 local areas in Chesterfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Alder Gardens, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £173,500 | 2019-04-18 | £231,187 |
| 1 Alder Gardens, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, a newly built property | £135,000 | 2010-11-05 | £227,894 |
| 4 Alder Gardens, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £151,500 | 2010-08-27 | £246,246 |
| 5 Alder Gardens, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, a newly built property | £192,000 | 2010-08-09 | £312,074 |
| 3 Alder Gardens, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2009-11-06 | £274,750 |
S43 2JU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 141 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollingwood Primary School Lilac Street , Hollingwood S43 2JG | - not rated | 469 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Henry Bradley Infant School Princess Street , Brimington S43 1HR | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow Hill Primary Academy Station Road , Barrow Hill S43 2PG | 2out of 4 | 1,267 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brimington Junior School Springvale Road , Brimington S43 1HF | 3out of 4 | 1,619 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Inkersall Spencer Academy Inkersall Green Road , Inkersall S43 3SE | 2out of 4 | 1,749 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell Community College Middlecroft Road , Staveley S43 3NQ | - not rated | 1,932 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whittington Green School High Street , Old Whittington S41 9LG | 2out of 4 | 2,641 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Netherthorpe School Ralph Road , Staveley S43 3PU | 3out of 4 | 3,057 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Newbold Highfield Lane , Newbold S41 8BA | 3out of 4 | 4,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eckington School Dronfield Road , Eckington S21 4GN | 2out of 4 | 5,175 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 | 4,299 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 | 3,414 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesterfield Hospital School Knightingale Red Ward , Chesterfield North Derbyshire Hospital S44 5BL | - not rated | 3,737 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| St Peter & St Paul School Brambling House , Hady Hill S41 0EF | - not rated | 4,065 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kateys Coffee Shop | Cafe At, Hollingwood Lock House, 22 Works Road | 532 yd | |
| Tri Bites | B 5, Devonshire Buildings | 712 yd | |
| Olivias | 72A Devon Drive, Brimington | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollingwood Hotel | Private Drive | 544 yd | |
| Markham Arms | Dorset Drive, Brimington | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Pizza | 11A Hollingwood Crescent | 148 yd | |
| Happiness House | 11 Hollingwood Crescent | 148 yd | |
| Spice House | 9 Hollingwood Crescent | 155 yd | |
| Brimington Fish Bar | Unit 2, High Street | 1,063 yd | |
| Tasty Bites | Chesterfield Road, Staveley | 1,074 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ringwood Centre Pitches (Closed) Station Road | grass pitches | 371 yd |
| Hollingwood Primary School LILAC STREET | artificial grass pitch | 383 yd |
| Hollingwood Primary School (Closed) Lilac Street | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| Hollingwood Pitch ALPINE GROVE | grass pitches | 535 yd |
| Body Base Gym DEVONSHIRE BUILDINGS DEVONSHIRE BUILDINGS WORKS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 556 yd |
| Ringwood Park RINGWOOD PARK RINGWOOD PARK INKERSALL GREEN ROAD | cycling | 640 yd |
| The Garden Secret Spa RINGWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 791 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.