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Clay Cross North

About

Clay Cross North ward is situated in the north-eastern part of the Derbyshire district. The area includes the town of Clay Cross itself, along with the neighbouring settlements of Danesmoor and Stretton. The landscape here is characterised by rolling hills and former industrial land, reflecting its historical economic role. Residential areas consist primarily of post-war housing estates and some older terraced homes, providing a functional living environment for the local community.

The ward's history is deeply connected to the coal and iron industries, with the legacy of the Clay Cross Company still evident in the town's layout. A notable local feature is the Clay Cross Tunnel, through which the main railway line passes, a significant engineering work from the 19th century. Today, the area serves as a residential and local service centre, with several schools, parks, and shopping facilities catering to daily needs.

Area overview

On average Clay Cross North has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 105 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Clay Cross North is £39,865 per year. There are 1 schools in Clay Cross North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Clay Cross North is home to around 6,586 people, with a population density of about 730.6 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

105

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Clay Cross North Population

6,586

Population density

730.6 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

59.37(+72%)

Anti-social behaviour

27.94(+65%)

Public order

14.27(+106%)

Shoplifting

12.3(+42%)

Other theft

9.11(+60%)

East Midlands average

Demographics

British

6,264

95.1%

Other White

101

1.53%

Irish

0.62%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.55%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.46%

Total population: 6,587

Economics

No qualifications

1,359

24.42%

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,215

21.83%

Level 3 (A level)

1,045

18.77%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

830

14.91%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

633

11.37%

Total 16+ residents: 5,566

Housing

Owns outright

1,036

32.38%

Owns with a mortgage

905

28.28%

Social rents from council

621

19.41%

Private landlord or letting agency

425

13.28%

Other social rented

147

4.59%

Total households: 3,200

Property prices in Clay Cross North

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 in Clay Cross North area, with individual transactions ranging from £79,950 up to £715,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Clay Cross North over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	40	£304,998	£210,225	£253,746	£348,246	£492,000
Flats	2	£98,225	£81,778	£89,088	£107,363	£114,673
Semi-Detached	30	£200,000	£133,400	£186,250	£220,000	£255,650
Terraced	18	£144,500	£96,150	£107,500	£189,213	£215,496

10 years median price trend in Clay Cross North

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

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Housing

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Property prices in Clay Cross North

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