Upper Croft is in Danesmoor, Chesterfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S45 9DQ is located in the Clay Cross South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North East Derbyshire. This postcode has been in use since 2008-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Croft, Danesmoor, Chesterfield, S45 9DQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S45 9DN, S45 9BN, S45 9DH, S45 9BG, S45 9HP, S45 9BW, S45 9BJ, S45 9DE, S45 9DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around S45 9DQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 50.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.4% | 49.7% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 37.9% | 40.1% | 2.2% | 37.9% | 2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 39.8% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 3.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 12.4% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 3.2% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 42.4% | 46.1% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 32% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 17% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 28.3% | 23% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.6% | 13.4% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 14.4% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 3.5% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 18.5% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 24% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 96.6% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 98.1% | 94.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 94.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.8% | 76.7% | -8.9% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 28.4% | 13.5% | 14.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 39.1% | 46.2% | -7.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Croft was 57.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.3% lower than the Clay Cross North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Upper Croft has the 7th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Clay Cross North and the 145th highest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Upper Croft, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-08-12 | £192,692 |
| 3 Upper Croft, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-02-22 | £195,485 |
| 15 Upper Croft, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2019-10-09 | £175,220 |
| 17 Upper Croft, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2019-10-04 | £184,306 |
| 21 Upper Croft, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2019-03-22 | £118,894 |
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharley Park Community Primary School Sharley Park Community Primary School, Pilsley Road , Danesmoor S45 9BN | 3out of 4 | 126 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park House Primary School Rupert Street , Lower Pilsley S45 8DB | 3out of 4 | 1,897 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmgate Primary School and Nursery Holmgate Road , Clay Cross S45 9QD | 3out of 4 | 1,984 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy 80 Chesterfield Road , North Wingfield S42 5LE | - not rated | 3,025 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilsley Primary School Station Road , Pilsley S45 8EU | 3out of 4 | 3,044 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tupton Hall School Station New Road , Old Tupton S42 6LG | - not rated | 2,224 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tibshelf Community School Doe Hill Lane , Tibshelf DE55 5LZ | 3out of 4 | 4,814 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastwood Grange School Eastwood Grange , Milken Lane S45 0BA | - not rated | 4,779 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Barnabas Community Centre | Pilsley Road, Danesmoor | 480 yd | |
| Lillybelles Ltd | Jacksons The Bakers, Pilsley Road | 480 yd | |
| Robert Bosch PLC | Bosch Thermo Technology Ltd, Pilsley Road | 640 yd | |
| Poppy's Cafe Clay Cross | 6 - 8 Broadleys, Clay Cross | 704 yd | |
| Gladstone Tea Rooms At The Venue Ltd | Gladstone Buildings, Broadleys | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Volunteer | 63 Market Street, Clay Cross | 709 yd | |
| Clay Cross Coronation Club | 1 Stollard Street, Clay Cross | 718 yd | |
| The Old English Inn | 26 Market Street, Clay Cross | 899 yd | |
| Nags Head | 47 Market Street, Clay Cross | 899 yd | |
| New Inn | 25 Market Street, Clay Cross | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Uno | 17 Springvale Close, Danesmoor | 453 yd | |
| Little Dragon | 99 Pilsley Road, Danesmoor | 480 yd | |
| Clay Cross Tandoori | 59 Market Street, Clay Cross | 709 yd | |
| Lou's Place | 61 Market Street, Clay Cross | 709 yd | |
| Huang Ying | 55 Market Street, Clay Cross | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Bridge Street | 846 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Market Street, Clay Cross | 899 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Foodstores, 8 High Street | 1,044 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sharley Park Community Primary School SHARLEY PARK COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL SHARLEY PARK COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL PILSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 258 yd |
| Sharley Park Leisure Centre MARKET STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 635 yd |
| Clay Cross Junior School (Closed) Market Street | grass pitches | 836 yd |
| Egstow Sports Complex Furnace Hill Road | grass pitches | 839 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| 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 | 78.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.