172,287TOTAL POPULATION
73,162HOUSEHOLDS
9.2%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£21,840AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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DE1 POSTCODE REGION

Derby (DE1)

The DE1 postcode area is located in the Derby postcode town region, within the county of Derbyshire, and contains a total of 1772 individual postcodes.

There are 4 electoral wards in the DE1 postcode area, including Alfreton, Ashbourne, Bakewell, Belper, Burton-On-Trent, Derby, Heanor, Ilkeston, Matlock, Ripley, Swadlincote which come under the local authority of the Derby Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 18% of people in DE1 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of DE1 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The DE1 postcode covers an area in and around the city of Derby in Derbyshire, England. This postcode district is roughly shaped like a square with its northern border being the railway line between Derby and Nottingham, and its southern tip located near the Derby Arboretum.

This area includes the suburbs of Normanton, Pear Tree, Allenton, Alvaston and Moorway. It is close to a number of major roads, making the area an ideal location for commuters. The DE1 postcode is home to many businesses, as well as residential areas, providing a bustling city centre for its inhabitants.

The University of Derby is located within the boundary of the DE1 postcode, making it an ideal place for potential students. The city is also home to the Rolls-Royce head office, providing further job opportunities to those living in the area.

An infamous landmark within the DE1 postcode is Derwent Valley Mills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This area, containing historic canals, factories, mills and canals, is the birthplace of the modern industrial revolution.

Derby has a rich sporting culture, with a football team in the English Football League Championship and a successful cricket club. The Pride Park Stadium, which is the home of Derby County Football Club, is situated in the DE1 postcode.

The area is also a popular tourist destination; the city is full of local history with many museums, galleries, shops and attractions to explore. Derbyshire also boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in the country, with many stunning natural attractions nearby.

For those living and working within the DE1 postcode, there are plenty of amenities and services. The city is full of shops, cafes and restaurants. There's also a large hospital and an impressive shopping centre. Derby also has excellent transport links providing easy access to all parts of the country.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 77%WORKING
  • 23%UNEMPLOYED

23% of people in DE1 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 18%AB
  • 48%C2/C2
  • 34%DE

According to census records, 18% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 72%WHITE
  • 28%NON-WHITE

72% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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DE1Derbyshire

Derbyshire

The county of Derbyshire

DE1 is located in the county of Derbyshire, in England.

Derbyshire has a total population of 1,042,000, making it the 20th largest county in the UK.

Derbyshire has a total area of 1013 square miles, and a population density of 396 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Derbyshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeDE1
Postal TownDerby
MSOA NameDerby 018
LSOA NameDerby 018G
CountyDerbyshire
RegionDerbyshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityDerby
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

DE1 Electoral Wards

The postal region of DE1, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Breadsall Hilltop
Darley Abbey
Little Chester
Markeaton Brook
The Holmes
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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