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Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington

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About

Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington are villages in North East Derbyshire, situated between Chesterfield and Alfreton. The area is characterised by rolling countryside, with farmland and small woodlands. Mining and agriculture have historically shaped the local economy, though many residents now commute to nearby towns for work. The villages retain a rural feel, with stone-built houses and narrow lanes.

Shirland is the largest of the three, with a mix of older properties and newer developments. Stonebroom and Wessington are smaller, with a more traditional village atmosphere. The area offers easy access to the Peak District, making it popular with walkers and cyclists. Local amenities include primary schools, pubs, and community centres, serving the needs of residents. Transport links include the A61 and nearby rail connections at Alfreton.

Area overview

On average Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 58 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington is £37,600 per year. There are 6 schools in Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
58
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
19.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington Population
8,081
Population density
251.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,802
96.54%
Other White
82
1.01%
Indian
22
0.27%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
22
0.27%
Other
21
0.26%
Total population: 8,082

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,386
39.15%
Owns with a mortgage
987
27.88%
Social rents from council
670
18.93%
Private landlord or letting agency
244
6.89%
Other social rented
156
4.41%
Total households: 3,540

Property prices in Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington

Based on 91 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington area, with individual transactions ranging from £67,500 up to £695,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington 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 Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached36£393,748
Semi-Detached36£200,000
Terraced19£140,000

10 years median price trend in Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington.

All postcodes in Stonebroom, Shirland & Wessington

DE556LJ

Quarry Lane

DE556LY

Rowan Drive

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.