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Dunston

England / East Midlands / Chesterfield / Dunston

About

Dunston is a residential area located in the borough of Chesterfield, Derbyshire. It sits approximately 3 miles south of Chesterfield town centre, offering a quieter setting while remaining well-connected. The area features a mix of housing, including detached homes, semi-detached properties, and some smaller terraces. Local amenities include a primary school, a convenience store, and a pub, catering to everyday needs.

The surrounding landscape includes open fields and green spaces, providing opportunities for walks and outdoor activities. Dunston is close to the A61, making it convenient for commuting to Chesterfield or nearby towns. The area maintains a community feel, with local events occasionally held at the village hall. Its proximity to both countryside and urban facilities makes it a practical choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Dunston has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dunston is £31,600 per year. There are 5 schools in Dunston: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
113
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
36.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Dunston Population
8,004
Population density
1,661.2 per km²

Demographics

British
7,385
92.25%
Other White
163
2.04%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
64
0.8%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
46
0.57%
Indian
43
0.54%
Total population: 8,005

Housing

Social rents from council
1,332
34.91%
Owns outright
1,023
26.82%
Owns with a mortgage
858
22.49%
Private landlord or letting agency
426
11.17%
Other social rented
89
2.33%
Total households: 3,815

Property prices in Dunston

Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £217,000 in Dunston area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £600,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£377,500
Flats1£84,000
Semi-Detached47£212,000
Terraced9£135,000

10 years price trend in Dunston

All postcodes in Dunston

S418EN

Thirlmere Road

S418ES

Whinfell Road

S418HB

Dunston Lane

S418JL

Colton Close

S418JS

Racecourse Mount

S418NP

Albert Street North

S418QR

Blandford Drive

S418TB

Albert Street North

S418UE

Devonshire Close

S419RB

Foxwood Close

S419RN

Dunston Road

S418AE

Dunston

S418BW

Baines Wood Close

S418DR

Wythburn Road

S418EP

Ulverston Road

S418HA

Dunston Lane

S418RN

Grove Road

S418TS

Racecourse Mount

S419RL

Dunston Road

S418DD

Cobnar Drive

S418EL

Thirlmere Road

S418FE

Dunston

S418FF

Dunston

S418PS

Cranborne Road

S419PZ

Carrwood Road

S419RJ

Dunston Lane

S418ED

Ulverston Road

S418AB

Barholme Close

S418AR

Newbold Back Lane

S418BJ

Cordwell Avenue

S418DB

Cobnar Drive

S418EB

Broom Close

S418LZ

Manknell Road

S418SX

Kipling Road

S418UN

Devonshire Close

S419QD

Dunston Court

S418AL

Derwent Crescent

S418AP

Dunston

S418AQ

Dunston

S418DT

Windermere Road

S418EW

Brome Head Way

S418QU

Winchester Road

S418AA

Barholme Close

S418BQ

Scafell Avenue

S418ER

Keswick Drive

S418NU

Arundel Close

S418TT

Racecourse Road

S419RD

Dunston Way

S419RX

Dunston Road

S419SH

Comley Crescent

S418AJ

Bowness Road

S418DE

Kingswood Close

S418EF

Grasmere Close

S418JP

Halton Close

S418HQ

Keswick Drive

S418QJ

Littlemoor Crescent

S418TE

Dunston

S419RF

Foxwood Road

S418DJ

Eskdale Close

S418DZ

Broughton Road

S418LT

Sheffield Road

S418NF

Sheffield Road

S418NT

Arundel Close

S418PT

Cranborne Road

S418TZ

Devonshire Close

S419SF

Comley Crescent

S418ET

Dunston

S418BX

Sudhall Close

S418DQ

Leeswood Close

S418HL

Ennerdale Crescent

S418HZ

Levens Way

S418LN

Grove Road

S418NS

Dunston

S418SH

Ormsby Road

S418UH

Devonshire Close

S418DP

Wythburn Road

S418DU

Bowness Close

S418FB

Dunston

S418JJ

Arnside Close

S418PA

Dunston

S418SN

Allsops Place

S418BP

Hollin Close

S418BZ

Cordwell Avenue

S418HP

Keswick Drive

S418HW

Keswick Drive

S418HY

Dunston Lane

S418JX

Cartmel Crescent

S418ND

Dunston Road

S418QH

Linscott Close

S418QW

Littlemoor

S418SW

Occupation Road

S418DF

Nesfield Close

S418JA

Kendal Road

S418RD

Avenue Road

S418UA

Devonshire Close

S418BS

Spring Wood Close

S418AH

Bowness Road

S418DG

Kirkstone Road

S418JE

Coniston Road

S418JF

Coniston Way

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Data Sources

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