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Location in DerbyshireAldercar sits where the marker shows within the county.

64,269
Population
27,227
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£45,875
Avg. household income
1,969
Businesses
808
People per km²
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About Aldercar

Aldercar is a village located in the county of Derbyshire, in the East Midlands of England. It lies within the NG16 postcode area and is situated near the border with Nottinghamshire. The village is part of the Erewash district and has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to medieval times. Aldercar is positioned close to the River Erewash and is surrounded by rural landscapes, with farmland and woodland nearby. The area is accessible by road, with the A60 and A52 providing connections to nearby towns such as Ilkeston and Derby. The village has a mix of residential properties, including traditional cottages and more modern housing. It is served by local amenities, including a primary school, a church, and a few small shops and pubs. Aldercar remains a quiet, community-focused settlement with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Aldercar

There are 99 schools in and around Aldercar. John King Infant Academy and Longwood Infant Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 22 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aldercar

The average property price is £222K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £270K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aldercar

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Aldercar, with 27 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Aldercar

Aldercar sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Aldercar

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Aldercar, the nearest being Royal Primary Care Brooklyn (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Aldercar

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Property Prices 9,237 sales

Average Price £222K
£550 , £22.8M
Detached £270K 3,473
Semi £176K 3,094
Terraced £135K 2,186
Flat £120K 189

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

71 Primary
13 Secondary
15 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 22
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NG16 postcode area.

Aldercar Infant School Primary 0.1 miles Aldercar High School Secondary 0.2 miles Langley Mill Academy Primary 0.3 miles Langley Mill Children's Centre 0.3 miles Langley Mill Church of England Infant School and Nursery Primary 0.3 miles Laceyfields Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Marlpool Junior School Primary Good 0.9 miles Jasmine House School Not applicable Good 1 miles Marlpool Infant School Primary 1 miles Hall Park Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles Mundy CofE Junior School Primary Good 1.1 miles Howitt Primary Community School Primary Good 1.2 miles

Household Income in Aldercar ONS 2023

The average total household income in Aldercar is approximately £45,875 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,287. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Aldercar £45,875
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,287.

Businesses in Aldercar ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,969 active businesses based in Aldercar, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 38 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,969 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Aldercar IMD 2025

Aldercar sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 23%
10,786 Children (0-15) 17%
38,558 Working Age 60%
14,921 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Aldercar 171 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Aldercar records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 59
Shoplifting 27
Other Theft 19
Anti-Social Behaviour 17
Criminal Damage & Arson 15
Public Order 11
Burglary 7
Vehicle Crime 7
Drugs 2
Weapons 2
Robbery 2
Other Crime 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Langley Mill Train Station 0.6 miles
Ilkeston Train Station 3.6 miles
Alfreton Train Station 5.4 miles
Newstead Train Station 5.7 miles
Belper Train Station 5.9 miles
Hucknall Train Station 6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Langley Mill 0 yards Newlands 0.6 miles Langley 0.6 miles Woodlinkin 0.9 miles Heanor 0.9 miles Common Side 0.9 miles Loscoe 1.2 miles Eastwood Hall 1.2 miles Shipley 1.2 miles Stoneyford 1.2 miles Eastwood 1.4 miles New Eastwood 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Broxtowe
County Nottinghamshire
Ward Watnall & Nuthall West
Constituency Nottingham North and Kimberley
Parish Nuthall
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Aldercar

Of the 28,344 households in and around Aldercar, 74% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 12% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Aldercar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Aldercar

What is the population of Aldercar?
Aldercar has a population of approximately 64,269 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Aldercar?
The average property in and around Aldercar sold for about £221,674, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 36% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Aldercar a deprived area?
Aldercar sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Aldercar?
Aldercar is covered by the NG16 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Aldercar?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Aldercar, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Aldercar?
The nearest railway station to Aldercar is Langley Mill Train Station, about 0.6 miles away.

Streets in NG16 30 shown View all streets

A610 2 Abba Close 1 Abbey Road 1 Abbot Street 1 Acacia Gardens 1 Acer Close 1 Acorn Avenue 3 Addison Villas 1 Adelaide Walk 3 Aintree Close 1 Alandene Avenue 1 Albert Avenue 2 Alberta Avenue 1 Aldercar Lane 1 Aldreds Lane 1 Aldwych Close 1 Alexander Avenue 1 Alexander Terrace 2 Alexandra Street 1 Alfred Street 1 Alfreton Road 10 Alma Hill 2 Alma Road 1 Almond Close 1 Alton Drive 1 Amber Drive 1 Ambleside Drive 1 Anchor Road 1 Andrews Drive 2 Angus Close 1

Postcodes in NG16 50 shown View all postcodes

NG16 1AA NG16 1AB NG16 1AD NG16 1AE NG16 1AF NG16 1AG NG16 1AH NG16 1AJ NG16 1AL NG16 1AN NG16 1AP NG16 1AQ NG16 1AR NG16 1AS NG16 1AT NG16 1AU NG16 1AW NG16 1AX NG16 1AY NG16 1AZ NG16 1BA NG16 1BB NG16 1BD NG16 1BE NG16 1BG NG16 1BH NG16 1BJ NG16 1BL NG16 1BN NG16 1BP NG16 1BQ NG16 1BS NG16 1BT NG16 1BU NG16 1BW NG16 1BX NG16 1BY NG16 1BZ NG16 1DA NG16 1DB NG16 1DD NG16 1DE NG16 1DF NG16 1DG NG16 1DH NG16 1DJ NG16 1DL NG16 1DN NG16 1DP NG16 1DQ