Ripley & Marehay is a ward in Amber Valley, Derbyshire, covering the towns of Ripley and Marehay. Ripley serves as the administrative centre of the borough, with amenities including shops, schools, and leisure facilities. Marehay, a smaller settlement, is located to the south and is primarily residential, with some local services. The area has historical ties to coal mining, though this industry has declined.
The ward features a mix of housing, from older terraced homes to newer developments. Green spaces include parks and playing fields, providing recreational areas for residents. Transport links include road connections to nearby towns like Belper and Derby. The ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and groups supporting engagement. Industrial estates on the outskirts contribute to the local economy.
On average Ripley & Marehay has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 132 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ripley & Marehay is £37,457 per year. There are 3 schools in Ripley & Marehay: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £217,000 in Ripley & Marehay area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £530,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 28 | £307,500 |
| Flats | 1 | £112,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 34 | £199,950 |
| Terraced | 15 | £155,000 |
10 years price trend in Ripley & Marehay
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Ripley West
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High Street
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Harris Avenue
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Harris Close
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High Street
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Ripley West
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Victoria Road
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Pargate Close
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Nightingale Close
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South Place
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Ripley West
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Milldale Close
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Cavendish Drive
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Cherry Tree Avenue
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Derby Road
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Warmwells Lane
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Emmas Williams Court
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Bowler Street
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Ripley West
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Copper Beeches
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West Avenue
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Larch Avenue
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Ash Crescent
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Lawrence Avenue
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Ripley West
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Grace Gardens
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Ripley West
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Glebe Avenue
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Dove Road
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Hawthorn Avenue
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Micklebring Close
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High Street
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Albert Road
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Laurel Avenue
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Kirk Close
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Samuel Court
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Slack Lane
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Sandham Lane
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Cedar Avenue
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Poplar Avenue
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Norman Road
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Ripley West
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Abbey Crescent
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Ripley West
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Charnwood Drive
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Warmwells Lane
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Ripley West
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Belfry Way
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Derwent Road
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Sycamore Avenue
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Derby Road
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Bamford Street
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Firs Avenue
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Victoria Road
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Ripley West
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Slack Lane
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Ripley West
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Elms Avenue
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Maple Avenue
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Ripley South & Loscoe
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Nightingale Close
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West Avenue
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Abbey Crescent
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Peakdale Close
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Bamford Street
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Ripley West
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Hawthorn Avenue
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Chancery Close
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Brook Lane
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Ivy Grove
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Henshaw Gardens
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Almond Avenue
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Hazeltree Close
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Ripley West
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Kenilworth Road
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Swallow Court
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Bradgate Drive
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Belle Vue Avenue
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Ripley West
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Limes Park
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
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Ripley West
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.