About Mickleover

Mickleover is a suburb located to the south-west of Derby in Derbyshire, England. It is primarily a residential area, offering a mix of housing options, including modern developments and older properties. The suburb has a number of local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike. The area is well-connected to Derby city centre, with regular public transport services available. Mickleover also features several green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure. The local community is active, with various clubs and organisations that contribute to the social fabric of the suburb. Overall, Mickleover presents a practical choice for those looking to live near Derby while enjoying a suburban lifestyle.

School Ratings in Mickleover

Mickleover is served by 130 schools. High Grange School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Mickleover

Property prices average £277K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £345K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Mickleover

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Mickleover, with 123 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Mickleover

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Mickleover falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Mickleover

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Mickleover, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,360 sales

Average Price £277K
£9K — £3.5M
Detached £345K 1,934
Semi £224K 1,786
Terraced £186K 437
Flat £144K 139

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

70 Primary
13 Secondary
47 Other
Mickleover Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles Silverhill Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Brookfield Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Mickleover/Littleover Children's Centre 0.4 miles Ravensdale Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.7 miles Ravensdale Junior School Primary Good 0.8 miles High Grange School Outstanding 0.8 miles Hackwood Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles Littleover Community School Secondary Good 1 miles St Clare's School 1 miles Murray Park Community School Secondary Good 1.1 miles Wren Park Primary School Primary 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Mickleover IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Mickleover in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
29,382 Children (0-15) 20%
92,452 Working Age 63%
31,357 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 25.4% 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 Mickleover 1,281 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Mickleover is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

542 Violence & Sexual Offences
123 Anti-Social Behaviour
122 Public Order
108 Shoplifting
104 Drugs
79 Other Theft
56 Criminal Damage & Arson
41 Vehicle Crime
27 Burglary
25 Weapons
20 Other Crime
17 Robbery
11 Theft from Person
6 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Derbyshire Mickleover Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Peartree Train Station 3.4 miles
Spondon Train Station 5.8 miles
Duffield Train Station 6.2 miles
Tutbury And Hatton Train Station 6.4 miles
Burton-On-Trent Train Station 8 miles
Belper Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Littleover 1.4 miles Burnaston 1.8 miles Mackworth 1.8 miles Radbourne 1.8 miles St Luke's 2 miles Hillcross 2 miles Langley Common 2 miles Sunny Hill 2.2 miles Dalbury 2.5 miles Findern 2.5 miles Normanton 2.6 miles Markeaton 2.6 miles

Local Government

District South Derbyshire
County Derbyshire
Ward Etwall
Constituency South Derbyshire
Parish Radbourne
Region East Midlands

Notable & Famous People from Mickleover 1 people

Alison Hargreaves
Mountaineer
British mountain climber (1962–1995)

Streets in DE3 30 shown View all streets

A516 1 Acacia Avenue 1 Adelaide Close 1 Adwick Close 1 Agrimony Place 1 All Saints Court 1 Alma Heights 1 Alport Road 1 Alverton Close 2 Amber Drive 1 Appletree Walk 1 Archer Drive 2 Ardleigh Close 1 Ashton Close 1 Auckland Close 1 Bakewell Close 1 Bannell's Lane 2 Banwell Close 1 Barbon Drive 1 Barf Close 1 Barnwood Close 1 Bath Road 1 Bay Close 1 Belvedere Close 1 Birkbeck Close 1 Birkdale Close 1 Bishop Lonsdale Way 1 Blencathra Drive 1 Blyth Gardens 1 Bonsall Drive 1

Postcodes in DE3 50 shown View all postcodes

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