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New Mills West & Furness Vale

About

New Mills West & Furness Vale is a residential and rural area in the High Peak district of Derbyshire. The area includes the western part of New Mills, a small town known for its historic mills and canals, and Furness Vale, a village along the River Goyt. The landscape features rolling hills, wooded valleys, and sections of the Peak District National Park, offering walking and cycling routes like the Goyt Way.

The area has a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, with local amenities including shops, pubs, and schools. Transport links include the A6 road and Furness Vale railway station, providing connections to Manchester and Buxton. The nearby Toddbrook Reservoir and Sett Valley Trail provide outdoor recreation opportunities. Industry has declined, but the area retains traces of its textile and quarrying past.

Area overview

On average New Mills West & Furness Vale has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 2.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in New Mills West & Furness Vale is £45,500 per year. There are 9 schools in New Mills West & Furness Vale: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
2.2%
Connectivity
N/A
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