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Holmewood & Heath

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About

Holmewood & Heath ward is located in North East Derbyshire, covering the villages of Holmewood and Heath. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some newer developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, serving the needs of residents. The ward has strong transport links, with the A6175 road providing access to nearby towns like Chesterfield.

The surrounding landscape features open countryside, with farmland and green spaces offering recreational opportunities. Heath is a smaller settlement with a rural character, while Holmewood has a more developed feel due to its larger population. The ward has historical ties to coal mining, though this industry has declined in recent decades. Employment opportunities are now more varied, with some residents commuting to nearby urban areas for work.

Area overview

On average Holmewood & Heath has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 124 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Holmewood & Heath is £33,163 per year. There are 2 schools in Holmewood & Heath: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
124
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
23.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Holmewood & Heath Population
4,364
Population density
414.2 per km²

Demographics

British
4,148
95.01%
Other White
82
1.88%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
27
0.62%
Indian
17
0.39%
White and Asian (mixed)
15
0.34%
Total population: 4,366

Housing

Owns outright
588
29.7%
Owns with a mortgage
525
26.52%
Social rents from council
521
26.31%
Private landlord or letting agency
244
12.32%
Other social rented
68
3.43%
Total households: 1,980

Property prices in Holmewood & Heath

Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £206,495 in Holmewood & Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £670,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£309,998
Semi-Detached41£189,995
Terraced11£130,000

10 years price trend in Holmewood & Heath

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Data Sources

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