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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. The median sale price in Cromford & Matlock Bath is £277,500 (around £287 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £219,500 and £362,500. 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
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Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
8.7%
Connectivity
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Property prices in Cromford & Matlock Bath

Median price: £277,500
Price per sq ft: £287
Sales (last 12 months): 31
Typical range (middle 50%): £220K – £363K

Based on 31 recent sales, the median property price is £277,500 (about £287 per square foot) in Cromford & Matlock Bath area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 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
Detached12£397,500£310
Flats1£277,500£166
Semi-Detached11£270,500£277
Terraced7£188,000£221

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£262,500£220,000
2026£325,000£277,500£270,500£196,500
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.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£211—£202£198
2017£215£154£193£198
2018£224£160£189£204
2019£242£310£197£179
2020£258£212£180£196
2021£266£169£237£213
2022£296—£299£258
2023£417£150£265£195
2024£290£169£251£246
2025£314£191£241£245
2026£313£166£308£225
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.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Derbyshire Dales district.

Band A£1,630
Band B£1,901
Band C£2,173
Band D£2,445
Band E£2,988
Band F£3,531
Band G£4,075
Band H£4,889

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Cromford & Matlock Bath ward.

Local councillors

Nick Whitehead

Cromford & Matlock Bath - Elected 4 May 2023

Labour Party

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 £277,500 (about £287 per square foot) based on 31 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 official Ofsted judgements or Area360 summaries of the latest available inspection grades.

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 17,709 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).