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About

The Melbourne ward encompasses the town of Melbourne and its surrounding rural settlements within South Derbyshire. The area is characterised by a mix of residential streets, local retail, and significant green spaces, including Melbourne Pool. Agricultural land and smaller villages extend from the town's core, defining the ward's boundaries.

A notable landmark is Melbourne Hall, a historic country house with formal gardens dating to the early 18th century. The local economy includes light industry and services supporting the community. Regular markets and events are held in the town centre, reflecting its role as a focal point for the wider ward area.

Area overview

On average Melbourne has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Melbourne is £60,348 per year. There are 2 schools in Melbourne: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Melbourne is home to around 5,538 people, with a population density of about 269.1 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
8.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Melbourne Population
5,538
Population density
269.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
21.31(-38%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.83(-36%)
Public order
5.42(-22%)
Other theft
4.69(-18%)
Vehicle crime
3.25(-21%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,288
95.47%
Other White
109
1.97%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
29
0.52%
White and Asian (mixed)
27
0.49%
Irish
20
0.36%
Total population: 5,539

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,881
41.26%
Level 3 (A level)
727
15.95%
No qualifications
655
14.37%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
558
12.24%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
350
7.68%
Total 16+ residents: 4,559

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,047
42.44%
Owns with a mortgage
734
29.75%
Private landlord or letting agency
366
14.84%
Social rents from council
164
6.65%
Other social rented
82
3.32%
Total households: 2,467

Property prices in Melbourne

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 in Melbourne area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £695,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Melbourne in the 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 Melbourne over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached16£310,975
Detached22£430,250
Terraced19£255,000
Flats6£186,000

10 years median price trend in Melbourne

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Melbourne.

All postcodes in Melbourne

DE738JB

Castle Lane

DE738DF

Breach Lane

DE738EQ

Penn Lane

DE738EB

Station Road

DE738DA

Nettlefold Crescent

DE738ER

Salisbury Lane

DE738HE

Newton Wonder Court

DE738SR

Castle Street

DE738JP

Crowley Lane

DE738JN

Derby Road

DE737LL

Beighton's Hill

DE738AB

Pool Road

DE738BF

Castle Mills

DE738FS

George Street

DE738LJ

Woodlands Close

DE738JL

George Street

DE738LE

Sweet Leys Way

DE738LT

Acacia Drive

DE738EW

Moira Street

DE738GS

The Croft

DE738GZ

Lampad Close

DE738GX

Redway Croft

DE738FR

Victoria Street

DE738LW

Castle Mews

DE737GJ

Ingleby Road

DE738DB

Smith Avenue

DE738GR

Jubilee Close

DE738LR

Oaklands Way

DE737HS

Derby Road

DE737GH

Church Close

DE738GD

George Street

DE738HB

Loake Court

DE738JQ

Earp Way

DE738EY

Orchard Close

DE738DQ

The Woodlands

DE738LA

Cartwright Close

DE738EP

Penn Lane

DE738JY

Marlpit Road

DE738JA

Freeman Drive

DE738DW

Potter Street

DE737GD

Hollies Farm Close

DE738HJ

Blackwell Lane

DE738FB

The Pingle

DE738GQ

Thomas Cook Close

Data Sources

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