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Derbyshire Dales

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About

The Derbyshire Dales is a district in the East Midlands, known for its rolling countryside and historic market towns. It covers parts of the Peak District National Park, featuring limestone dales, moorland, and rivers like the Derwent. The area includes towns such as Matlock, Bakewell, and Ashbourne, each with distinct character and heritage.

Agriculture and tourism play key roles in the local economy, with attractions like Chatsworth House and the Monsal Trail drawing visitors. The district has a mix of rural villages and small towns, connected by winding roads and scenic footpaths. Its landscape ranges from upland areas in the north to gentler valleys in the south.

Area overview

On average Derbyshire Dales has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Derbyshire Dales is £43,077 per year. There are 66 schools in Derbyshire Dales: 59 primary (4 Outstanding and 48 Good) and 4 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

10%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Derbyshire Dales Population

71,540

Population density

90.3 per km²

Demographics

British

68,326

95.51%

Other White

1,212

1.69%

Irish

355

0.5%

White and Asian (mixed)

290

0.41%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

184

0.26%

Total population: 71,535

Housing

Owns outright

15,405

47.72%

Owns with a mortgage

7,824

24.24%

Private landlord or letting agency

3,731

11.56%

Other social rented

3,133

9.7%

Social rents from council

942

2.92%

Total households: 32,283

Property prices in Derbyshire Dales

Based on 900 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Derbyshire Dales area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,950 up to £3,775,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	365	£440,000	£238,900	£340,000	£625,000	£975,000
Flats	66	£215,000	£117,750	£151,250	£271,500	£392,250
Semi-Detached	272	£275,000	£165,550	£227,875	£350,000	£530,000
Terraced	197	£240,000	£151,600	£195,000	£315,000	£417,000

10 years price trend in Derbyshire Dales

Data Sources

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

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