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England / East Midlands / High Peak / Blackbrook

About

Blackbrook ward is located in the High Peak district of Derbyshire. It covers a mix of residential and rural areas, with parts of the ward extending into the Peak District National Park. The landscape includes open fields, woodland, and small settlements, offering a balance between countryside and community.

The ward includes villages such as Dove Holes and Combs, which have local amenities like shops and schools. Transport links are provided by the A6 road and the nearby Buxton railway station. Blackbrook is known for its proximity to outdoor recreation, with walking trails and scenic views of the surrounding hills.

Area overview

On average Blackbrook has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 33 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blackbrook is £42,699 per year. There are 4 schools in Blackbrook: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
33
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Blackbrook Population
4,595
Population density
141.7 per km²

Demographics

British
4,381
95.41%
Other White
57
1.24%
Irish
35
0.76%
White and Asian (mixed)
24
0.52%
African
22
0.48%
Total population: 4,592

Housing

Owns outright
927
47.47%
Owns with a mortgage
641
32.82%
Private landlord or letting agency
178
9.11%
Social rents from council
63
3.23%
Other social rented
62
3.17%
Total households: 1,953

Property prices in Blackbrook

Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in Blackbrook area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £950,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached25£525,000
Flats4£164,000
Semi-Detached29£335,000
Terraced15£256,190

10 years price trend in Blackbrook

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.