About Waingroves

Waingroves is a village located in Derbyshire, England, within the DE5 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Ripley and offers a mix of residential homes and local amenities. The village is surrounded by scenic countryside, making it a pleasant area for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The community in Waingroves is supported by a few local shops and services, catering to the daily needs of residents. The village is also close to larger towns, providing access to a wider range of facilities, including schools and healthcare services. Waingroves is well-connected by road, making it convenient for commuting to nearby cities.

School Ratings in Waingroves

Families in Waingroves have access to 99 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Waingroves

Homes sell for an average of £224K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £182K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Waingroves

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Waingroves, with 16 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Waingroves

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Waingroves around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Waingroves

Waingroves benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,769 sales

Average Price £224K
£500 — £20.43M
Detached £269K 1,204
Semi £182K 1,396
Terraced £135K 920
Flat £103K 62

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

69 Primary
10 Secondary
20 Other
Waingroves Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Codnor Community Primary School Church of England Controlled Primary Good 0.3 miles The Ripley Academy Secondary Good 0.4 miles Ripley St John's Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.9 miles Ripley Junior School Primary 1.1 miles Ripley Infant School Primary Good 1.3 miles Loscoe CofE Primary School and Nursery Primary 1.3 miles Ripley Nursery School Nursery Good 1.3 miles Lons Infant School Primary 1.5 miles Howitt Primary Community School Primary Good 1.9 miles Street Lane Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Aldercar High School Secondary 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Waingroves IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Waingroves are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
16,592 Children (0-15) 16%
61,785 Working Age 60%
32,272 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.3% 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 Waingroves 151 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Waingroves is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

72 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Public Order
15 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Other Theft
9 Drugs
4 Shoplifting
3 Theft from Person
3 Other Crime
2 Burglary
2 Weapons
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Derbyshire Codnor, Waingroves and Langley Mill 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

Langley Mill Train Station 2.8 miles
Alfreton Train Station 4 miles
Ambergate Train Station 4.2 miles
Belper Train Station 4.3 miles
Duffield Train Station 5.6 miles
Ilkeston Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Codnor 0 yards Peasehill 0.6 miles Greenhillocks 0.6 miles Codnor Gate 0.6 miles Cross Hill 0.6 miles Ripley 0.9 miles Denby Common 1.2 miles Woodlinkin 1.4 miles Marehay 1.4 miles Golden Valley 1.4 miles Butterley 1.4 miles Codnor Breach 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Amber Valley
County Derbyshire
Ward Ripley
Constituency Amber Valley
Parish Ripley
Region East Midlands

Streets in DE5 30 shown View all streets

A38 1 Abbey Crescent 1 Albert Court 1 Albert Road 1 Albion Street 1 Alfred Street 2 Alfreton Road 2 Allissa Avenue 1 Alma Street 1 Almond Avenue 1 Amber Heights 1 Aqueduct Drive 1 Argyll Road 2 Ash Crescent 1 Asher Lane 2 Ashover Close 1 B6179 3 B6441 1 Bacon Lane 1 Baitway Drive 1 Ballacraine Drive 1 Bamford Street 1 Beech Avenue 1 Beighton Street 1 Belfry Way 1 Belle Vue Avenue 2 Belton Drive 1 Bideford Close 1 Birch Close 1 Bishops Close 1

Postcodes in DE5 50 shown View all postcodes

DE5 3AA DE5 3AB DE5 3AD DE5 3AG DE5 3AH DE5 3AL DE5 3AP DE5 3AQ DE5 3AR DE5 3AS DE5 3AT DE5 3AW DE5 3AX DE5 3AY DE5 3AZ DE5 3BA DE5 3BB DE5 3BD DE5 3BE DE5 3BG DE5 3BH DE5 3BJ DE5 3BL DE5 3BN DE5 3BP DE5 3BR DE5 3BS DE5 3BT DE5 3BU DE5 3BW DE5 3BY DE5 3BZ DE5 3DA DE5 3DB DE5 3DD DE5 3DE DE5 3DF DE5 3DJ DE5 3DL DE5 3DN DE5 3DP DE5 3DQ DE5 3DR DE5 3DS DE5 3DT DE5 3DU DE5 3DW DE5 3DX DE5 3DY DE5 3EA