Shirland ward is located in North East Derbyshire, covering the villages of Shirland, Higham, and Stonebroom. The area is primarily rural, with farmland and open countryside shaping much of the landscape. The ward sits near the A61, providing connections to Chesterfield and Alfreton. Local amenities include a primary school, village halls, and a few small businesses serving the community.
The ward has a mix of residential and agricultural land, with older stone-built homes alongside newer developments. Shirland itself is a small village with a historic church, while Stonebroom and Higham offer additional housing and community facilities. The area is known for its mining heritage, with remnants of former collieries still visible in the landscape. Public transport links are limited, making car travel essential for most residents.
On average Shirland has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shirland is £37,600 per year. There are 4 schools in Shirland: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 66 recent sales, the median property price is £217,500 in Shirland area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £575,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 17 | £380,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 33 | £210,000 |
| Terraced | 16 | £137,500 |
10 years price trend in Shirland
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Byron Grove
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Cross Lane
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Butterfield Lane
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Dam Lane
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New Street
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Common Lane
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Kingsley Crescent
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Scott Crescent
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Back Lane
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Brackenfield Lane
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Birch Close
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Bronte Street
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Fir Tree Avenue
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Chesterfield Road
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Chesterfield Road
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Goose Green Lane
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High Street
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Butterfield Lane
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Hallfields Rise
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Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington
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Matlock Road
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Milton Avenue
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Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington
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Coronation Street
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Chesterfield Road
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The Greendale
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Hawthorne Avenue
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Fairfield Avenue
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Millers Lane
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Birkinstyle Lane
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Burnside Avenue
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Back Lane
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Strettea Lane
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Fern Lea
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Shakespeare Avenue
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Chesterfield Road
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Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington
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Lindway Lane
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Birkinstyle Avenue
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Park Close
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Greaves Street
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Lindway Lane
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Bronte Street
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Belper Road
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Matlock Road
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Queensway
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Quarry Lane
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Rowan Drive
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.