Amber Valley, England

The typical property in DE55

DE55 covers Alfreton and Somercotes, former Derbyshire coalfield with mainline rail to Sheffield and Nottingham.

Area summary

DE55 sits in Amber Valley Borough Council. The outcode covers Alfreton, Somercotes, Riddings and surrounding villages. The area was historically dominated by coal mining and ironworking. Housing is mixed: Victorian and Edwardian terraces, postwar council estates, and newer estate development.

Alfreton station sits on the Erewash Valley line and provides services to Sheffield and Nottingham. The A38 trunk road provides road links.

Employment patterns include commuting into Derby and Nottingham, with some local logistics employment.

Amber Valley Borough operates only mandatory HMO licensing. The Renters' Rights Act 2026 has abolished Section 21 evictions.

What the data shows

Average sold
£215,994
From 101 sales
Median sold
£214,000
Dominant stock
detached
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Researched facts

  • Alfreton station is on the Erewash Valley line, source
  • The Coal Authority holds historic mining records, source
  • Amber Valley Borough Council is the local authority, source

Buyer notes

  • Coal Authority mining searches essential
  • Alfreton station is a value driver
  • Victorian terrace EPC upgrade costs substantial

The full DE55 data page

Sold price history, crime totals, EPC distribution, council tax bands and more, pulled live from HM Land Registry, Police UK and the EPC Register.

DE55 property data

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