Mid Derbyshire
§ This page provides a baseview of UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area of Mid Derbyshire.
Overview ⁞ Mid Derbyshire includes the affluent suburbs and villages north and east of Derby, such as Duffield, Belper, and Little Eaton. It combines desirable residential areas with rural landscapes, offering strong appeal for commuters and families. The local economy features education, healthcare, professional services, and a growing number of small and independent businesses. The area benefits from good schools, community amenities, and access to Derby city, making it attractive for professionals. Belper, with its industrial heritage and riverside charm, is a notable cultural centre in the area. Overall, Mid Derbyshire balances rural character with accessibility and modern amenities.
Constituency Map and Boundary Information
Below is an interactive map showing the boundary of the Mid Derbyshire parliamentary constituency. The boundary data is sourced from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), using the latest official geographic definitions.
You can explore official statistics for this area on the ONS Explore Local Statistics page, or view its location on the UK Parliament constituency map.
Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Boundary data: Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right 2024; Contains Office for National Statistics data © ONS 2024, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Wards in Mid Derbyshire
Mid Derbyshire is divided into 12 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Allestree
- Alport & South West Parishes
- Belper East
- Belper North
- Belper South
- Chaddesden North
- Duffield & Quarndon
- Little Eaton & Stanley
- Oakwood
- Ockbrook & Borrowash
- Spondon
- West Hallam & Dale Abbey
Mid Derbyshire is a constituency that covers these wards in Amber Valley / Derby / Erewash.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 16,463 | 18.71% | 1,004,082 | 20.35% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 5,648 | 6.42% | 427,551 | 8.66% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 8,960 | 10.18% | 624,485 | 12.65% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 15,677 | 17.81% | 912,213 | 18.48% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 19,881 | 22.59% | 994,272 | 20.15% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 21,378 | 24.29% | 972,336 | 19.70% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 81,462 | 92.58% | 79.56% | 74.42% |
| Other White | 1,784 | 2.03% | 5.30% | 6.15% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 698 | 0.79% | 0.95% | 0.86% |
| Indian | 660 | 0.75% | 4.71% | 3.13% |
| Irish | 508 | 0.58% | 0.56% | 0.85% |
| White and Asian | 492 | 0.56% | 0.63% | 0.82% |
| Chinese | 395 | 0.45% | 0.47% | 0.75% |
| African | 312 | 0.35% | 1.70% | 2.50% |
| Other Asian | 295 | 0.34% | 0.95% | 1.63% |
| Any other ethnic group | 283 | 0.32% | 1.00% | 1.55% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 271 | 0.31% | 0.53% | 0.78% |
| Caribbean | 247 | 0.28% | 0.63% | 1.05% |
| Pakistani | 225 | 0.26% | 1.46% | 2.66% |
| White and Black African | 123 | 0.14% | 0.29% | 0.42% |
| Other Black | 90 | 0.10% | 0.33% | 0.50% |
| Arab | 58 | 0.07% | 0.27% | 0.56% |
| Bangladeshi | 43 | 0.05% | 0.43% | 1.08% |
| Roma | 25 | 0.03% | 0.15% | 0.17% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 24 | 0.03% | 0.09% | 0.11% |
Mid Derbyshire compared with other constituencies
Mid Derbyshire has a population of 88,822 (2024 mid-year estimate by ONS). The population of the UK is 69,281,400 as of mid-2024. There are 650 constituencies, so the average population per constituency is around 106,600.
Compared with the other 649 constituencies, Mid Derbyshire has a population higher than 7, lower than 628, and similar to 15 constituencies (±2,500, including itself).
ONS Local Statistics for this Constituency
Understanding the social and economic characteristics of this constituency helps residents, community groups, researchers and businesses gain a clearer picture of the local area. ONS provides a wide set of local indicators that describe who lives here, how people work, their health, housing conditions and more.
Below, we highlight three useful measures — Household Deprivation, General Health, and Economic Activity Status — as an accessible introduction to the overall profile of Mid Derbyshire. These indicators offer a quick snapshot of living conditions, wellbeing and employment patterns.
Go to this ONS web page to explore all local indicators and build your custom profile for Mid Derbyshire.
ONS provides datasets of 38 indicators across six themes, covering a comprehensive range of local statistics for Mid Derbyshire:
- Demography and migration: Population, Number of households, Age profile, Sex, Live births, Deaths, Legal partnership status, Country of birth, Passports held, Length of residence in the UK, Household size, Household composition, Household deprivation.
- Economy: Distance travelled to work, Method of travel to workplace, Economic activity status, Employment history, Occupation, Socio-economic classification (NS-SeC), Hours per week worked.
- Education and skills: Highest level of qualification, Schoolchildren and full-time students.
- Ethnic group, national identity, language and religion: Ethnic group, National identity, Religion, Proficiency in English.
- Health and wellbeing: General health, Disability, Provision of unpaid care.
- Housing: Residential property sales, Energy efficiency of housing, Accommodation type, Number of cars or vans, Central heating, Number of bedrooms, Occupancy rating, Tenure of household, Second address indicator.
These indicators provide a well-rounded picture of Mid Derbyshire and allow you to compare local characteristics with other areas across the UK. The embedded charts just show a simplified starting point, and you are encouraged to explore the full ONS datasets for further detail.