North East Derbyshire is a district in the East Midlands, covering an area of approximately 270 square miles. It lies between the Peak District National Park and the urban areas of Sheffield and Chesterfield. The landscape includes rolling farmland, wooded valleys, and parts of the Peak District’s uplands. The River Rother flows through the district, shaping its geography.
The district includes towns such as Dronfield, Eckington, and Killamarsh, alongside smaller villages like Holmesfield and Barlow. Agriculture and manufacturing have historically been key to the local economy. Transport links include the A61 and M1 motorway, connecting the area to nearby cities. The district also features historic sites, including Sutton Scarsdale Hall and Bolsover Castle.
On average North East Derbyshire has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 64 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in North East Derbyshire is £39,541 per year. There are 53 schools in North East Derbyshire: 47 primary (2 Outstanding and 35 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good).
Based on 1,114 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in North East Derbyshire area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £1,975,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 426 | £321,500 |
| Flats | 38 | £122,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 453 | £205,000 |
| Terraced | 197 | £150,000 |
10 years price trend in North East Derbyshire
Ashover
Barlow & Holmesfield
Brampton & Walton
Clay Cross North
Clay Cross South
Coal Aston
Dronfield North
Dronfield South
Dronfield Woodhouse
Eckington North
Eckington South & Renishaw
Gosforth Valley
Grassmoor
Holmewood & Heath
Killamarsh East
Killamarsh West
North Wingfield Central
Pilsley & Morton
Ridgeway & Marsh Lane
Shirland
Sutton
Tupton
Unstone
Wingerworth
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.