High Street is in Clay Cross, Chesterfield and in North East Derbyshire district. S45 9EG is located in the Clay Cross North 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, Clay Cross, Chesterfield, S45 9EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S45 9LJ, S45 9LH, S45 9LG, S45 9EE, S45 9EL, S45 9JS, S45 9JR, S45 9LF, S45 9PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S45 9EG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 45.7% | 49.3% | 3.6% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 54.3% | 50.7% | -3.6% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 34.4% | 33.5% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.2% | 22.9% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -21.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 7% | 2.3% | -4.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 16.3% | 21.9% | 5.6% | 9.1% | 12.8% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 18.7% | 5.5% | 6.1% | 12.6% |
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 (49.1%) 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 | 28.5% | 22.1% | -6.4% | 48.4% | -26.3% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 27% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 26.6% | 29.4% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 16.7% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 17.4% | 6.5% | 4.0% | 13.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 4.1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
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 S45 9EG this area, 43.8% 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 12.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.2% | 43.8% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 25.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 13.3% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 10.7% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 12% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.3% | 12.7% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -21.1% |
| Other | 7.9% | 1% | -6.9% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| White | 89.1% | 97.1% | 8.0% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 92.6% | 91.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 6.7% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 91.8% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.5% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0.6% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.4% | 76.7% | -19.3% |
| Ireland | 3.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 35.6% | 13.5% | 22.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 406.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 208.0% higher than the Clay Cross North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Clay Cross North and the 3rd highest crime rate of 363 local areas in North East Derbyshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 157.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 19.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 144 High Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2021-10-05 | £21,530 |
| 140 High Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2020-01-08 | £81,750 |
| 144 High Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2006-07-12 | £248,101 |
| 136 High Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2004-01-29 | £116,429 |
S45 9EG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in S45 9EG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 985 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holmgate Primary School and Nursery Holmgate Road , Clay Cross S45 9QD | 3out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park House Primary School Rupert Street , Lower Pilsley S45 8DB | 3out of 4 | 2,732 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stretton Handley Church of England Primary School Beresford Lane , Woolley Moor DE55 6FH | 3out of 4 | 3,094 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy Queen Victoria Road , New Tupton S42 6DY | 1out of 4 | 3,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,185 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,911 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lomo's Cafe | 136 High Street, Clay Cross | 5 yd | |
| Kathmandu Gurkha | 183 High Street, Clay Cross | 151 yd | |
| Smithy Brook View Cafe | Smithybrook View, Market Street | 167 yd | |
| Gladstone Tea Rooms At The Venue Ltd | Gladstone Buildings, Broadleys | 221 yd | |
| Little's Hub Play Cafe | Gladstone Buildings, Broadleys | 221 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old English Inn | 26 Market Street, Clay Cross | 298 yd | |
| Nags Head | 47 Market Street, Clay Cross | 298 yd | |
| New Inn | 25 Market Street, Clay Cross | 298 yd | |
| The Three Horseshoes | 49 Market Street, Clay Cross | 298 yd | |
| The Royal Volunteer | 63 Market Street, Clay Cross | 413 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean City | 144 High Street, Clay Cross | 5 yd | |
| The Fat Panda | 34 Thanet Street, Clay Cross | 157 yd | |
| Market Street Deli | 33 Market Street, Clay Cross | 298 yd | |
| Clay Cross Charcoal Grill | 38 High Street, Clay Cross | 318 yd | |
| Sandwich Station | 2 Eyre Street, Clay Cross | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Market Street, Clay Cross | 298 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Foodstores, 8 High Street | 431 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra, Bridge Street | 520 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clay Cross Junior School (Closed) Market Street | grass pitches | 198 yd |
| Egstow Sports Complex Furnace Hill Road | grass pitches | 315 yd |
| Pro Fitness Gym (Closed) First Floor First Floor High Street | health and fitness suite | 508 yd |
| Sharley Park Leisure Centre MARKET STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 849 yd |
| Pro Fitness Gym UNIT 1 UNIT 1 DERBY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 902 yd |
| Sharley Park Community Primary School SHARLEY PARK COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL SHARLEY PARK COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL PILSLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 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.