Oakwood, Derby
Key facts
Oakwood is a UK electoral ward in Derby. Oakwood's got everything you need for suburban living. There's a supermarket, pharmacy, post office, two pubs and a nature reserve all close by.
About Oakwood
Oakwood's got everything you need for suburban living. There's a supermarket, pharmacy, post office, two pubs and a nature reserve all close by. Schools here are rated Good, including Parkview Primary and Lees Brook Academy, so you're covered from primary through to secondary.
Crime rates have dropped below the UK average, and the air quality is excellent. Your wallet will thank you too — living costs are lower than the national average because council tax and transport costs are cheaper here.
House prices are higher than in neighbouring Chaddesden, but the roads are good if you drive. With a third of residents now working from home, the neighbourhood's found a quieter, more balanced pace. It's become a place where families and remote workers can settle in comfortably.
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