derby DE12 Postcodes

Derby (DE12)

The DE12 postcode area is located in the Derby postcode town region, within the county of Leicestershire, and contains a total of 598 individual postcodes.

There are 53 electoral wards in the DE12 postcode area, including Alfreton, Ashbourne, Bakewell, Belper, Burton-On-Trent, Derby, Heanor, Ilkeston, Matlock, Ripley, Swadlincote which come under the local authority of the North West Leicestershire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 22% of people in DE12 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 DE12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The DE12 postcode covers a large area within the South Derbyshire district, ranging from the small villages of Swadlincote, Ashby-de-la-Zouch to the larger towns of Measham and Coalville. It is dominantly rural but includes some residential, industrial and commercial properties.

Swadlincote is the main centre, featuring a large range of independent shops, supermarkets and chain restaurants as well as large retail parks. The town is known for its rich mining heritage and Edwardian architecture. There is an indoor and outdoor market every Tuesday and Saturday as well as a range of pubs and clubs to explore.

In Ashby-de-la-Zouch, a large part of the postcode is committed to rural surroundings. Within the area, there is a range of attractions to visit, including the famous historical ruins of Ashby Castle, Moira Furnace museum and the Battle of Bosworth Visitor Centre.

The area also has connections to the national network through the nearby A42, M42 and M1 motorways giving an easy access to other parts of the country.

Other areas of interest in the postcode include Measham which is home to the largest car boot sale in the Midlands and Thornton's Budgens which is one of the oldest supermarkets in the area. There are also green spaces to explore such as Lower Measham Meadows and Diseworth Nature Reserve. The area is also home to a number of outdoor activities such as mountain biking, climbing and horse riding.

Coalville boasts a large range of shopfronts including the Coalville Indoor Market, antiques shops and the Coalville Heritage Centre. It is located close to the National Forest, offering many forest walks.

Finally, there are a number of small villages within the postcode such as Coleorton, Donisthorpe, Appleby Magna, Packington and Staunton Harold. These villages are steeped in history and offer an insight into life in a rural English village setting.

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