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Somercotes & Pye Bridge

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About

Somercotes & Pye Bridge are located in the Amber Valley district of Derbyshire, surrounded by a mix of residential and industrial areas. The region is known for its historical ties to coal mining and manufacturing, with remnants of its industrial past still visible. The nearby River Erewash forms a natural boundary, adding a touch of greenery to the landscape.

The area offers practical amenities, including local shops, schools, and transport links, with the A38 providing easy access to nearby towns like Alfreton and Derby. Pye Bridge is home to a railway station, connecting the area to wider travel networks. While largely residential, pockets of open space provide opportunities for walks and outdoor activities, balancing the built-up surroundings.

Area overview

On average Somercotes & Pye Bridge has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 140 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Somercotes & Pye Bridge is £31,900 per year. There are 2 schools in Somercotes & Pye Bridge: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
140
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
36.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Somercotes & Pye Bridge Population
7,475
Population density
1,094.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,924
92.68%
Other White
308
4.12%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
38
0.51%
Chinese
27
0.36%
Other
22
0.29%
Total population: 7,471

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
810
24.65%
Owns outright
806
24.53%
Owns with a mortgage
728
22.15%
Private landlord or letting agency
465
14.15%
Social rents from council
391
11.9%
Total households: 3,286

Property prices in Somercotes & Pye Bridge

Based on 54 recent sales, the median property price is £170,000 in Somercotes & Pye Bridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £58,500 up to £270,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Somercotes & Pye Bridge 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 Somercotes & Pye Bridge over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£234,500
Flats1£95,000
Semi-Detached23£175,000
Terraced23£142,500

10 years median price trend in Somercotes & Pye Bridge

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Somercotes & Pye Bridge.

All postcodes in Somercotes & Pye Bridge

NG165NS

Somercotes & Pye Bridge

DE554DX

Bradshaw Avenue

DE559DB

West Way

DE559FU

Somercotes & Pye Bridge

NG165NZ

Elizabeth Park

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.