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About

Bakewell ward encompasses the historic market town of Bakewell and its surrounding rural settlements within the Derbyshire Dales. The area is defined by the River Wye, which flows through the town centre, and lies within the expansive landscape of the Peak District National Park. The local economy is significantly supported by agriculture and tourism, with the town serving as a central hub for the surrounding villages. Its built environment is characterised by traditional limestone buildings and a well-preserved medieval street pattern.

The ward is notable for the original Bakewell Pudding, a specific baked dessert created locally. Monday sees the continuation of a centuries-old charter market in the town centre. Agricultural shows and well-dressing ceremonies are key events in the annual calendar for the community. The area contains significant historical estates, including Haddon Hall, which sits just outside the main town.

Area overview

On average Bakewell has very low deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 10.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Bakewell is £51,659 per year. There are 4 schools in Bakewell: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
10.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Bakewell

Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Bakewell area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £1,225,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bakewell in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bakewell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached30£635,613
Flats5£220,000
Semi-Detached24£342,500
Terraced14£287,500

10 years median price trend in Bakewell

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bakewell.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/01/2026.