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Cromford & Matlock Bath

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About

Cromford & Matlock Bath ward lies at the northern end of the Derbyshire Dales, centred on the valley of the River Derwent. The area is historically significant as a cradle of the Industrial Revolution, with Cromford Mill recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The landscape is defined by steep wooded hillsides and the river corridor, with settlements tightly clustered along the main road and waterway. This geography has shaped its development from a major industrial centre to a focus for heritage and tourism.

Matlock Bath, within the ward, presents a distinctive Victorian spa town character, developed after the discovery of thermal springs. Its long, linear promenade is lined with traditional shops, cafes, and attractions like the Heights of Abraham hilltop park. The unique atmosphere is accentuated by the illuminated Matlock Bath Venetian Nights events held on weekends in autumn. The ward's economy balances this tourism with the preservation of its extensive industrial archaeology.

Area overview

On average Cromford & Matlock Bath has average deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 8.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Cromford & Matlock Bath is £49,094 per year. There are 2 schools in Cromford & Matlock Bath: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
8.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Cromford & Matlock Bath

Median price£290,000
Price per sq ft£306
Sales (last 12 months)23
Typical range (middle 50%)£235K – £355K

Based on 23 recent sales, the median property price is £290,000 (about £306 per square foot) in Cromford & Matlock Bath area, with individual transactions ranging from £195,000 up to £745,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Cromford & Matlock Bath over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached10£397,500£314
Semi-Detached8£280,250£291
Flats1£245,000£—
Terraced4£224,500£229

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Cromford & Matlock Bath

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cromford & Matlock Bath.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£290,000£170,000£187,500£160,000
2017£258,750£183,975£190,000£161,750
2018£348,000£240,000£210,000£159,500
2019£338,750£135,000£307,500£160,000
2020£320,000£185,000£182,000£167,500
2021£400,000£152,501£199,998£230,350
2022£402,500£254,000£192,250
2023£345,000£168,000£240,000£194,000
2024£350,000£205,000£238,000£245,000
2025£410,000£209,750£260,000£222,500
2026£325,000£280,250£229,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Cromford & Matlock Bath.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Cromford & Matlock Bath.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£211£202£198
2017£215£193£198
2018£224£189£204
2019£242£197£179
2020£258£180£196
2021£266£237£213
2022£296£299£258
2023£417£265£195
2024£290£251£246
2025£314£234£247
2026£323£308£229
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Cromford & Matlock Bath.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Cromford & Matlock Bath in the last year.

Frequently asked questions about Cromford & Matlock Bath

What is the average house price in Cromford & Matlock Bath?

The median sale price in Cromford & Matlock Bath is £290,000 (about £306 per square foot) based on 23 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

Are there good schools in Cromford & Matlock Bath?

Cromford & Matlock Bath has 2 primary schools (2 Good). Ratings are from the latest Ofsted inspections.

How deprived is Cromford & Matlock Bath?

Cromford & Matlock Bath scores 5 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Cromford & Matlock Bath sits around rank 18,719 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Cromford & Matlock Bath?

The average household income in Cromford & Matlock Bath is around £49,094 per year, and 9% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Cromford & Matlock Bath?

Cromford & Matlock Bath is represented by 1 elected councillor: Nick Whitehead (Labour Party).

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2026. Read more about how our statistics are calculated.