DE24 Postcode District
DE24 is the Postcode District for Alvaston, Derby Derbyshire
The DE24 postcode district is located in the DE Derby postal area, DE24 has a population of 59,999 residents according to the 2021 England and Wales Census..
The area of the district is 7.24 square miles (18.76 square kilometres or 4,635.47 acres).
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District overview
The primary settlement in the DE24 postcode district is Alvaston, located in Derby, Derbyshire. Other significant settlements in the district include Sinfin and Stenson Fields. The county of Derbyshire, in England, encompasses the DE24 postcode district. The most significant post town in this district is Derby.
There are 6 postcode sectors within the district. Here's a breakdown:
The sector DE24 0, covers Alvaston in Derbyshire.
The sector DE24 1, covers Derby in Derbyshire.
The sector DE24 3, covers Stenson Fields and Sinfin in Derbyshire.
The sector DE24 5, covers Boulton Moor in Derbyshire.
The sector DE24 8, covers Derby and Alvaston in Derbyshire.
The sector DE24 9, covers Sinfin and Shelton Lock and Allenton and Derby in Derbyshire.
The post town for this district is DERBY.
When it comes to local government, postal geography often disregards political borders. However, this district intersects the following councils: the district mostly encompasses the City of Derby (B) (1001 postal codes), and finally, the South Derbyshire District area (167 postal codes).
Postcode sectors and neighbouring districts
Nearest towns
To help place the district geographically, here are nearby towns and their approximate direction from the district centre.
| Town | Distance (miles) | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Derby | 2.57 | NNW |
| Sandiacre | 7.23 | ENE |
| Long Eaton | 7.59 | E |
| Stapleford | 7.96 | ENE |
| Ilkeston | 8.14 | NE |
| Swadlincote | 9.18 | SSW |
| Belper | 9.25 | N |
| Heanor | 9.48 | NNE |
| Burton upon Trent | 9.86 | SW |
| Ashby-de-la-Zouch | 9.96 | S |
| Beeston | 10.25 | ENE |
| Shepshed | 10.70 | SE |
| Eastwood | 10.80 | NE |
| Kimberley | 11.04 | NE |
| Ripley | 11.13 | N |
| Coalville | 12.38 | SSE |
| Loughborough | 13.21 | SE |
| Nottingham | 13.42 | ENE |
| West Bridgford | 13.73 | ENE |
| Wirksworth | 14.20 | NNW |
Postcode information
Total geographical postcodes: 1,595
| Location | Post Town | Sector | Number of postcodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 0 | 285 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 8 | 191 |
| Stenson Fields | DERBY | DE24 3 | 117 |
| Sinfin | DERBY | DE24 9 | 105 |
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 8 | 105 |
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 0 | 61 |
| Shelton Lock | DERBY | DE24 9 | 61 |
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 8 | 57 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 8 | 56 |
| Allenton | DERBY | DE24 9 | 54 |
| Boulton Moor | DERBY | DE24 5 | 49 |
| Sinfin | DERBY | DE24 3 | 45 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 9 | 40 |
| Allenton | DERBY | DE24 9 | 35 |
| Pride Park | DERBY | DE24 8 | 27 |
| Allenton | DERBY | DE24 8 | 26 |
| Allenton | DERBY | DE24 8 | 25 |
| Shelton Lock | DERBY | DE24 9 | 21 |
| Stenson Fields | DERBY | DE24 3 | 21 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 0 | 20 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 0 | 20 |
| Sinfin | DERBY | DE24 3 | 19 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 1 | 15 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 9 | 15 |
| Sinfin | DERBY | DE24 9 | 14 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 9 | 13 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 3 | 8 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 8 | 8 |
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 0 | 8 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 3 | 6 |
| Shelton Lock | DERBY | DE24 9 | 6 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 3 | 6 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 9 | 6 |
| Sinfin | DERBY | DE24 9 | 6 |
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 0 | 4 |
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 9 | 4 |
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 9 | 4 |
| Allenton | DERBY | DE24 9 | 4 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 9 | 3 |
| Allenton | DERBY | DE24 9 | 3 |
| Sinfin | DERBY | DE24 3 | 3 |
| Shelton Lock | DERBY | DE24 9 | 2 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 8 | 2 |
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 0 | 2 |
| Boulton Moor | DERBY | DE24 5 | 2 |
| Stenson Fields | DERBY | DE24 3 | 2 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 9 | 1 |
| Alvaston | DERBY | DE24 0 | 1 |
| Pride Park | DERBY | DE24 8 | 1 |
| DERBY | DERBY | DE24 1 | 1 |
| Sinfin Moor | DERBY | DE24 9 | 1 |
| Sinfin Moor | DERBY | DE24 9 | 1 |
| Sinfin Moor | DERBY | DE24 9 | 1 |
| Sinfin | DERBY | DE24 9 | 1 |
| Shelton Lock | DERBY | DE24 9 | 1 |
Street list for DE24
Crime overview
Top streets by recorded crime
| Street | Crime count |
|---|---|
| LONDON ROAD A6 | 1534 |
| HARRIER WAY | 201 |
| FLINT STREET | 190 |
| BEMBRIDGE DRIVE | 182 |
| WILDSMITH STREET | 133 |
| KETTLEWELL CLOSE | 119 |
| GLENGARRY WAY | 112 |
| COMMERCE STREET | 110 |
| MARLBOROUGH ROAD | 109 |
| BOWMER ROAD | 103 |
Most common crime types
| Crime type | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 7435 |
| Public order | 1538 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 1321 |
| Shoplifting | 1270 |
| Other theft | 1155 |
| Vehicle crime | 783 |
| Burglary | 544 |
| Drugs | 529 |
| Other crime | 369 |
| Possession of weapons | 191 |
| Robbery | 168 |
| Bicycle theft | 166 |
| Theft from the person | 97 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 70 |
Retail and shopping
| Street | Town | Locality | Number of shops | Central postcode | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OSMASTON ROAD | DERBY | 78 | DE24 9AA | View map | |
| LONDON ROAD | DERBY | 57 | DE24 8QL | View map | |
| SHARDLOW ROAD | DERBY | ALVASTON | 29 | DE24 0JG | View map |
| SINFIN DISTRICT CENTRE | DERBY | SINFIN | 17 | DE24 3DS | View map |
| HARVEY ROAD | DERBY | 11 | DE24 0EL | View map | |
| BRIGHTON ROAD | DERBY | ALVASTON | 10 | DE24 8TA | View map |
| CHELLASTON ROAD | DERBY | 10 | DE24 9AE | View map | |
| NIGHTINGALE ROAD | DERBY | 9 | DE24 8BF | View map | |
| WORDSWORTH AVENUE | DERBY | SINFIN | 9 | DE24 9HQ | View map |
| BRACKENS LANE | DERBY | ALVASTON | 7 | DE24 0AQ | View map |
| ELTON ROAD | DERBY | 7 | DE24 8EF | View map | |
| OSMASTON PARK ROAD | DERBY | 6 | DE24 8BT | View map |
Schools in the district
Landau Forte Academy Moorhead
Phase: Primary
Address:
Brackens Lane , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0AN
Headteacher: Mrs Ruth McNeil (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Merrill Academy
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Brackens Lane , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0AN
Headteacher: Ms Jo Harlow (Head of Academy)
Ofsted rating: Special Measures
Alvaston Moor Academy
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Brackens Lane , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0AN
Headteacher: Mrs Michelle Strong
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Noel-Baker Academy
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Bracknell Drive , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0BR
Headteacher: Mrs Kate Richardson (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
St Martins School
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
The Derwent Campus , Bracknell Drive , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0BT
Headteacher: Mrs Debbie Gerring (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Outstanding
Oakwood Junior School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Holbrook Road , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0DD
Headteacher: Mrs CT Atwal (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Wyndham Spencer Academy
Phase: Primary
Address:
Wyndham Street , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0EP
Headteacher: Mrs Kirsty Whiting (nee Ryan) (Executive Principal)
Ofsted rating: Outstanding
Oakwood Infant and Nursery School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Waldene Drive , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0GZ
Headteacher: Ms Debra Ward (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy
Phase: Primary
Address:
Alvaston Street , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0PA
Headteacher: Mr Saul Ratcliffe
Ofsted rating: Good
Alvaston Junior School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Elvaston Lane , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0PU
Headteacher: Mrs Kate Spencer Lovesey (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Alvaston Infant and Nursery School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Elvaston Lane , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0PU
Headteacher: Miss Molly Allen (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Alvaston Junior Academy
Phase: Primary
Address:
Elvaston Lane , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 0PU
Headteacher: Mr Andy Dunn (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
City of Derby Academy
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Farmhouse Road , Sinfin , Derby
Postcode: DE24 3AR
Headteacher: Mr P Smith (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Special Measures
City of Derby Academy
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Farmhouse Road , Sinfin , Derby
Postcode: DE24 3AR
Headteacher: Mr A Harding
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Stenson Fields Primary Community School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Heather Close , Stenson Fields , Sinfin , Derby
Postcode: DE24 3BW
Headteacher: Mrs Joanne Sadler (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Ash Croft Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Deep Dale Lane , Sinfin , Derby
Postcode: DE24 3HF
Headteacher: Mrs Penny Brown (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Ash Croft Primary Academy
Phase: Primary
Address:
Deep Dale Lane , Sinfin , Derby
Postcode: DE24 3HF
Headteacher: Miss Emma Luff (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Derby Pride Academy
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
20 Orient Way , Pride Park , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8BY
Headteacher: Mr Mark Hatton (Principal)
Ofsted rating: Outstanding
Osmaston Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Amber Street , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8FT
Headteacher: Mrs Paula Baines-Chambers (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Ashwood Spencer Academy
Phase: Primary
Address:
Amber Street , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8FT
Headteacher: Mrs Paula Baines-Chambers
Ofsted rating: Good
Derby College
Phase: 16 plus
Address:
The Roundhouse , Roundhouse Road , Pride Park , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8JE
Headteacher: Mrs Mandie Stravino (Principal & Chief Executive)
Ofsted rating: Good
Derby Manufacturing UTC
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Locomotive Way , Pride Park , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8PU
Headteacher: Richie Wheatcroft (Principal)
Ofsted rating: Special Measures
UTC Derby Pride Park
Phase: Secondary
Address:
Locomotive Way , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8PU
Headteacher: Mr Lee Kirkwood
Ofsted rating: Good
Kingsmead School
Phase: Not applicable
Address:
Brighton Road , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8TE
Headteacher: Mrs Elizabeth Sanger (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Lakeside Community Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
London Road , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8UY
Headteacher: Mrs Joanne Baker-Heath (Head of School)
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Lakeside Primary Academy
Phase: Primary
Address:
877 London Road , Alvaston , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8UY
Headteacher: Mrs Lynn Thorne
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Zaytouna Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
500 London Road , Derby
Postcode: DE24 8WH
Headteacher: Mr Aaron Bird (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Lord Street Nursery School
Phase: Nursery
Address:
Lord Street , Allenton , Derby
Postcode: DE24 9AX
Headteacher: Mrs Clare Hamilton (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Allenton Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Brookhouse Street , Allenton , Derby
Postcode: DE24 9BB
Headteacher: Mrs Jacqui Trowsdale
Ofsted rating: Good
Shelton Infant School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Carlton Avenue , Shelton Lock , Derby
Postcode: DE24 9EJ
Headteacher: Mr Anthony Leigh (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Shelton Junior School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Shelton Junior School, Carlton Avenue , Shelton Lock , Derby
Postcode: DE24 9EJ
Headteacher: Mr Jon Bacon (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Cottons Farm Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Sheridan Street , Sinfin , Derby
Postcode: DE24 9HG
Headteacher: Mrs Penny Brown (Executive Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Special Measures
Cottons Farm Primary Academy
Phase: Primary
Address:
Sheridan Street , Sinfin , Derby
Postcode: DE24 9HG
Headteacher: Mrs Kirsty Patmore (Executive Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Requires improvement
Grampian Primary Academy
Phase: Primary
Address:
Grampian Way , Sinfin , Derby
Postcode: DE24 9LU
Headteacher: Mr Paul Carpenter (Headteacher)
Ofsted rating: Good
Redwood Primary School
Phase: Primary
Address:
Redwood Road , Sinfin , Derby
Postcode: DE24 9PG
Headteacher: Mrs Lyndsey Shepherd (Acting Head of School)
Ofsted rating: Good
Healthcare services
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charming Smiles Dental Surgery | 1089 LONDON ROAD, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8PZ | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 2 | Allenton Dental Care | 39 CHELLASTON ROAD, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 9AD | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 3 | Raynesway Dental Practice | 1 RAYNESWAY, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 0DW | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 4 | Pearl Dental | 1242 LONDON ROAD, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8QH | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 5 | Jordan Dental | SINFIN MOOR HEALTH CENTRE, SINFIN DISTRICT CENTRE, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 3DS | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
| 6 | Coleman Street (dental Surgery) | COLEMAN STREET, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8NH | GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE | No contact details listed |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sinfin Moor Health Centre | ARLESTONE LANE, SINFIN, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 3DS | BRANCH SURGERY | Call 01332 770909 |
| 2 | Alvaston Medical Centre | 14 BOULTON LANE, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 0GE | GP PRACTICE | Call 01332 755990 |
| 3 | Lister House Chellaston | COLEMAN STREET, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8NH | BRANCH SURGERY | No contact details listed |
| 4 | Parkfields Surgery | 1217 LONDON ROAD, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8QJ | GP PRACTICE | Call 01332 784684 |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ej's Pharmacy | 15 CRAYFORD ROAD, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 0HL | PHARMACY | Call 01332 756969 |
| 2 | Boots | 5 SHARDLOW ROAD, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 0JG | PHARMACY | Call 01332 571608 |
| 3 | Lock Pharmacy Ltd | 240 CHELLASTON ROAD, SHELTON LOCK, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 9EF | PHARMACY | Call 01332 702139 |
| 4 | Day-night Pharmacy | 692-694 OSMASTON ROAD, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8GT | PHARMACY | Call 01332 206261 |
| 5 | Jhoots Pharmacy | COLEMAN HEALTH CENTRE, COLEMAN STREET, ALLENTON, DERBY, DE24 8NH | PHARMACY | Call 01332 752963 |
| 6 | Wilsons Pharmacy | UNIT 18-20, SINFIN DISTRICT CENTRE, ARLESTON LANE, SINFIN, DERBY, DE24 3ND | PHARMACY | Call 01332 763331 |
| 7 | Peak Pharmacy | 1225 LONDON ROAD, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8QH | PHARMACY | Call 01332 571407 |
| 8 | Medicine Drop | UNIT 4 BRIAN CLOUGH B/CTR, 200-222 COTTON LANE, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8GJ | PHARMACY | Call 01332 977830 |
| 9 | Asda Pharmacy | SINFIN SHOPPING CENTRE, SINFIN, DERBY, DE24 3DS | PHARMACY | Call 01332 777210 |
| 10 | Ej's Pharmacy | 104 KELDHOLME LANE, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 0RY | PHARMACY | Call 01332 574131 |
| 11 | Boots | 832-834 OSMASTON ROAD, ALLENTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 9AA | PHARMACY | Call 01332 347294 |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
| # | Name | Address | Type | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alvaston Opticians | 1260 LONDON ROAD, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8QP | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 2 | Adams Opticians | 16B SINFIN DISTRICT CENTRE, SINFIN, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 3DS | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 3 | Daynight Eyecare | 692-694 OSMASTON ROAD, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8GT | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
| 4 | Eye Deal Optics | 663 LONDON ROAD, ALVASTON, DERBY, DERBYSHIRE, DE24 8UQ | OPTICAL SITE | No contact details listed |
Data accessed from NHS Digital and updated monthly.
Property and housing
Yearly house price averages for the district
| Type of property | 2025 average | 2025 sales | 2024 average | 2024 sales | 2023 average | 2023 sales | 2022 average | 2022 sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £274,135 | 179 | £279,580 | 219 | £286,334 | 243 | £273,506 | 204 |
| Semi-detached | £195,034 | 322 | £200,898 | 415 | £183,501 | 381 | £179,100 | 365 |
| Terraced | £159,687 | 205 | £157,974 | 255 | £155,138 | 204 | £151,197 | 267 |
| Flats | £83,760 | 25 | £98,782 | 22 | £110,197 | 37 | £97,162 | 49 |
Transport and connectivity
Stations in the district
Peartree
CRS Code: PEA
Operator: EM
Line: Derwent Valley Line|Crewe to Derby Line
Company: East Midlands Railway
Accessible motorway junctions
M1 J25
Average Driving Time from within the district: 11.32
Average Driving Distance: 8.96
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1153
M1 J24
Average Driving Time from within the district: 11.48
Average Driving Distance: 9.25
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1153
M1 J23A
Average Driving Time from within the district: 12.99
Average Driving Distance: 11.04
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1153
M1 J24A
Average Driving Time from within the district: 15.78
Average Driving Distance: 13.29
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 1153
M1 J26
Average Driving Time from within the district: 16.27
Average Driving Distance: 14.24
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 981
M42 J11
Average Driving Time from within the district: 24.99
Average Driving Distance: 18.90
Number of Postcodes that can access the Motorway Junction: 172
Royal Mail delivery and sorting offices
| Postal sector | Delivery office |
|---|---|
| DE24 0 | Derby Provincial Delivery Office |
| DE24 3 | Derby Provincial Delivery Office |
| DE24 5 | Derby Provincial Delivery Office |
| DE24 8 | Derby Provincial Delivery Office |
| DE24 9 | Derby Provincial Delivery Office |
Postcode format
| D | E | 2 | 4 | - | X | X | X |
| D | E | 2 | 4 | Space | Numeric | Letter | Letter |
Administrative and boundary notes
The largest settlement in the DE24 postal code is Alvaston followed by DERBY, and Sinfin.
The DE24 Postcode shares a border with DE23 (DERBY, Littleover, Sunnyhill), DE73 (Chellaston, Melbourne, Ticknall), DE21 (Chaddesden, Spondon, DERBY) and DE72 (Borrowash, Breaston, Draycott).
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