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Matlock South, Cromford & Winster

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About

Matlock South, Cromford and Winster form a distinct area within the Derbyshire Dales, characterised by its blend of historic industrial heritage and rural village life. The landscape is defined by the steep, wooded valley of the River Derwent, with settlements clinging to its sides. Cromford is notable as the birthplace of the modern factory system, centred on Sir Richard Arkwright's 18th-century cotton mills, whose substantial stone buildings still dominate the village core. The area's development was fundamentally shaped by this pioneering industry.

The villages are connected by winding lanes that follow the contours of the land, leading to agricultural plateaus above the valleys. Winster presents a classic linear village plan with its historic market hall, reflecting a pastoral economy. The surrounding area is a network of footpaths, including those of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, linking the industrial archaeology with the open limestone countryside. Local commerce revolves around community-focused shops and public houses serving both residents and visitors exploring this historically significant terrain.

Area overview

On average Matlock South, Cromford & Winster has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 70 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Matlock South, Cromford & Winster is £49,094 per year. There are 7 schools in Matlock South, Cromford & Winster: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 7 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Matlock South, Cromford & Winster is home to around 8,803 people, with a population density of about 179.9 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
70
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
13.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Matlock South, Cromford & Winster Population
8,803
Population density
179.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
36.69(+7%)
Anti-social behaviour
26.35(+56%)
Public order
9.54(+38%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.27(-2%)
Other theft
5.11(-10%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,371
95.09%
Other White
168
1.91%
Irish
48
0.55%
Other Asian
36
0.41%
White and Asian (mixed)
32
0.36%
Total population: 8,803

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,758
36.69%
No qualifications
1,357
18.05%
Level 3 (A level)
1,181
15.71%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
977
13%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
680
9.05%
Total 16+ residents: 7,517

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,866
44.63%
Owns with a mortgage
847
20.26%
Other social rented
623
14.9%
Private landlord or letting agency
517
12.37%
Social rents from council
202
4.83%
Total households: 4,181

Property prices in Matlock South, Cromford & Winster

Based on 107 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Matlock South, Cromford & Winster area, with individual transactions ranging from £91,000 up to £737,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Matlock South, Cromford & Winster in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Matlock South, Cromford & Winster over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats12£185,750
Terraced33£210,000
Detached24£342,500
Semi-Detached38£257,500

10 years median price trend in Matlock South, Cromford & Winster

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Matlock South, Cromford & Winster.

All postcodes in Matlock South, Cromford & Winster

DE43NY

Clarence Terrace

DE43BS

Brook Walk

DE43QZ

Bedehouse Lane

DE43GN

Rutland Street

DE43QD

St Marks Close

DE43QB

Springfield Rise

DE43AH

Bank Road

DE43QQ

Cromford & Matlock Bath

DE42DG

Florence Gladwin Close

DE43BX

Matlock Green

DE43SU

River Walk

DE49SA

Bank Road

DE49TH

Bank Road

DE45JJ

Cromford Bridge

DE43TH

Hazel Grove

DE42DJ

Main Street

DE43NT

Dale Road

DE43PQ

St Johns Road

DE43GR

Carson Croft

DE43RQ

Mill Road

DE49TD

Bank Road

DE42AR

High Street

DE43XF

Bank Road

DE42BF

Joules Croft

DE43QT

Addison Square

DE43QL

The Hill

DE45NW

Millfield Court

DE49TE

Bank Road

DE43RE

Market Place

DE49ET

Bank Road

DE49ZY

Bank Road

DE42BU

Main Street

DE42AQ

East End

DE45AB

Bow Wood

DE43QH

Water Lane

DE42AG

Black Tor Road

DE43NW

Rockvale Terrace

DE42JU

Flint Lane

DE43WU

Bank Road

DE42AE

Church Street

DE43DY

Fairholmes

DE43PT

Dale Road

DE42BA

Puddle Hill

DE42AJ

Via Gellia Road

DE49SF

Bank Road

DE43FB

St Joseph Street

DE451LP

Weaddow Lane

DE42SG

Bonsall & Winster

DE43QR

The Hill

DE42JT

Cross Green

DE43AL

Coach House Mews

DE42AY

The Dale

DE43RT

Dale Road

DE45JX

Littlemoor Lane

DE49SQ

Bank Road

DE43EJ

Lime Tree Road

DE43RF

The Hill

DE42JJ

Oker Lane

DE49SY

Bank Road

DE43DN

New Street

DE42DN

Woodhouse Lane

DE43RJ

Ridgewood Drive

DE45JE

Starkholmes Road

DE42PA

Salters Lane

DE43NR

South Parade

DE43NZ

Hope Terrace

DE43GH

Smedley Street East

DE43DH

Brooklea

DE43LY

Holt Lane

DE42JX

Ivonbrook Close

DE42BB

Black Tor Road

DE43PD

Upperwood Road

DE42JZ

Wenslees

DE43RH

Intake Lane

DE42JN

Oker Lane

DE42PE

Bonsall Lane

DE49SB

Bank Road

DE43QY

Barnwell Lane

DE42AA

Yeoman Street

DE43QF

Scarthin

DE43PS

Dale Road

DE43NG

St Joseph Street

DE43RZ

St Giles Walk

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.