Social aspects of living in Derby
With a population exceeding 220,000 Derby is the third largest city in the East Midlands and is more ethnically diverse than many other cities, having double the national average number of Asian and British Asian families.

The Geography of Derby
Derby City is in the south east corner of the county of Derbyshire, in Trent valley. Along with Nottingham and Leicester it makes up the sub-region of the East Midlands, Derby is the smallest of these three cities.

Derby sporting teams and recreation
The two most famous sporting teams associated with Derby are its Premiership football team and its first class cricket club. The nearby Peak District provides plenty of opportunities for a variety of outdoor sports and recreational activities.