Heath Common is in Heath, Chesterfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S44 5SR is located in the Holmewood & Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolsover. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heath Common, Heath, Chesterfield, S44 5SR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S44 5RY, S44 5SB, S44 5SE, S44 5SD, S44 5SA, S44 5RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding S44 5SR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 53.2% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 45.8% | 46.8% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of S44 5SR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.7% | 16.3% | -3.4% | 37.9% | -21.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 67.3% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 23.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6% | 9% | 3.0% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 53.8% | 41.6% | -12.2% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 42.3% | 11.9% | 33.6% | 8.7% |
| Fair health | 13% | 11.6% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.9% | 11.8% | -11.1% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 9% | 1.2% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 16.3% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 14.7% | 6.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.1% | 43.7% | 0.6% | 33.8% | 9.9% |
| Other | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.6% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 97.2% | 96.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 76.7% | 16.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 6% | 13.5% | -7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heath Common was 236.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 167.3% higher than the Grassmoor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heath Common has the 4th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Grassmoor and the 7th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 144.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.9%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Heath Common, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2024-06-28 | £702,381 |
| 21 Heath Common, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2024-04-18 | £743,057 |
| 23 Heath Common, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2021-10-22 | £673,890 |
| 6 Heath Common, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2021-03-24 | £619,917 |
| 4 Heath Common, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £392,000 | 2016-11-07 | £587,171 |
S44 5SR area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
S44 5SR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 S44 5SR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Primary School Slack Lane , Heath S44 5RH | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramley Vale Primary School York Crescent , Doe Lea S44 5PF | 3out of 4 | 2,291 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Temple Normanton Junior Academy Elm Street , Temple Normanton S42 5DW | 1out of 4 | 2,783 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Palterton Primary School Back Lane , Palterton S44 6UN | 3out of 4 | 3,613 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy 80 Chesterfield Road , North Wingfield S42 5LE | - not rated | 4,184 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Events | Laurel Hall, Main Road | 303 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Tree Inn | Mansfield Road, Heath | 185 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heath Primary School SLACK LANE | grass pitches | 1,012 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 5.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 18.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 18.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 2.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.