derby DE72 Postcodes

Derby (DE72)

The DE72 postcode area is located in the Derby postcode town region, within the county of Derbyshire, and contains a total of 497 individual postcodes.

There are 32 electoral wards in the DE72 postcode area, including Alfreton, Ashbourne, Bakewell, Belper, Burton-On-Trent, Derby, Heanor, Ilkeston, Matlock, Ripley, Swadlincote which come under the local authority of the South Derbyshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 29% of people in DE72 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 DE72 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

The DE72 postcode is located in the Derby district in East Derbyshire, and is mainly comprised of the areas of Derby, Breaston and the surrounding villages. It's post town is Derby and its coverage running from Thulston and Borrowash in the north, to Stanton by Dale in the south and from Melbourne in the east to Sandiacre in the west.

It encompasses a rich mixture of suburbs, villages and rural hamlets that border both the Royal town of Derby and the historic market town of Long Eaton. This area is renowned for its beauty, with vast expanses of rolling hills, quaint villages and beautiful countryside lending it such charm.

Transport links in the DE72 postcode are excellent, with direct access to the motorway network via the M1, A52 and A50, making trips to Nottingham, Leicester, Birmingham and London simple and hassle-free. The A6 and A38 also link to Derby, providing routes into and out of the city.

Derby is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city that touts a mix of entertainment and culture, thanks to its range of independent shops, bars, restaurants, as well as leisure facilities, theatres and cinemas. Also boasting an array of parks and green spaces, alongside sporting arenas such as the 3aaa County Ground and the Derbyshire County Cricket Club, the city is constantly abuzz with activity.

In addition, several schools, colleges and universities are located in the postcode area, providing excellent education and learning opportunities for all ages. These include Derby High School, Saint Benedict Catholic School, Derby University and Derby College.

The area is also known for its vast number of attractions, from Belper Mills – a Grade-1 listed 19th century corn mill – to Kedleston Hall - a neo-classical country house - and the historic town of Melbourne. To the west you have Willington Walled Garden and Sandiacre Lock, while the vibrant city of Nottingham is located just to the north.

As a result of its many compelling attributes, the DE72 postcode has become an increasingly popular place to live and work. It offers a strong sense of community spirit, and as such is home to many families and young professionals seeking to enjoy the best of urban and rural life. Consequently, the area has seen tremendous growth in terms of its housing market, making it a great place to invest over the years.

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