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Awsworth Road

About

Awsworth Road ward is situated in the northern part of the Erewash borough. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types from different periods. It is bordered by open countryside to the north and west, providing a clear edge to the settlement. Local amenities are concentrated along main routes, serving the immediate community needs.

The ward includes the distinct village of Awsworth at its heart, with its own historical character. A notable local feature is the Bennerley Viaduct, a former railway structure spanning the Erewash Valley. This industrial heritage contrasts with the surrounding green spaces and farmland. The area maintains a separate identity from the larger towns to the south.

Area overview

On average Awsworth Road has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 231 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Awsworth Road is £44,025 per year. There are 2 schools in Awsworth Road: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Awsworth Road is home to around 5,147 people, with a population density of about 3,853.8 per km2.

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

231

Deprivation level

9/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Awsworth Road Population

5,147

Population density

3,853.8 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

129.78(+277%)

Anti-social behaviour

46.63(+176%)

Shoplifting

36.33(+318%)

Public order

28.56(+313%)

Criminal damage and arson

21.95(+195%)

East Midlands average

Demographics

British

4,840

94.02%

Other White

103

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.6%

African

0.49%

Chinese

0.41%

Total population: 5,148

Economics

No qualifications

1,036

25.01%

Level 3 (A level)

749

18.08%

Level 4 qualifications or above

698

16.85%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

659

15.91%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

592

14.29%

Total 16+ residents: 4,143

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

659

27.98%

Owns outright

631

26.79%

Private landlord or letting agency

477

20.25%

Other social rented

331

14.06%

Social rents from council

172

7.3%

Total households: 2,355

Property prices in Awsworth Road

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Awsworth Road area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £340,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Awsworth Road over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Semi-Detached	18	£188,500	£122,000	£161,250	£222,500	£246,500
Detached	11	£235,000	£162,500	£186,375	£256,000	£272,500
Terraced	26	£142,500	£117,125	£126,250	£152,250	£194,250
Flats	2	£118,500	£118,050	£118,250	£118,750	£118,950

10 years median price trend in Awsworth Road

All postcodes in Awsworth Road

DE78LG

Grass Street

DE78EL

Draycott Court

DE78YH

Little Meadow Close

DE78ET

Nether Slade Road

DE78LH

Charlotte Street

DE78NA

Cotmanhay Road

DE78RE

Hawkins Court

DE78HN

Granby Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail