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Whitfield

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About

Whitfield ward is located in the High Peak district of Derbyshire, bordering the town of Glossop. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, including terraced homes and larger detached properties. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of residents. The ward is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking it to Glossop and other nearby areas.

The landscape around Whitfield features open green spaces, including playing fields and walking paths, with views of the surrounding Peak District. The ward has a strong sense of community, with local events and groups fostering connections among residents. Industrial and commercial activity is limited, with the focus remaining on residential living and access to nearby employment hubs like Glossop and Manchester.

Area overview

On average Whitfield has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whitfield is £41,669 per year. There are 1 schools in Whitfield: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

25.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Whitfield Population

2,301

Population density

1,590.2 per km²

Demographics

British

2,177

94.65%

Other White

1.96%

Irish

0.78%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.52%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.39%

Total population: 2,300

Housing

Owns outright

293

26.11%

Social rents from council

291

25.94%

Owns with a mortgage

282

25.13%

Private landlord or letting agency

143

12.75%

Other social rented

6.77%

Total households: 1,122

Property prices in Whitfield

Based on 26 recent sales, the median property price is £227,475 in Whitfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £116,061 up to £840,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£269,950	£261,000	£265,000	£330,000	£398,000
Flats	3	£150,000	£145,500	£147,500	£160,000	£168,000
Semi-Detached	4	£208,750	£157,625	£168,125	£252,000	£268,800
Terraced	14	£207,500	£118,621	£186,625	£256,250	£482,500

10 years price trend in Whitfield

All postcodes in Whitfield

SK136JA

Dinting, Simmondley & Charlesworth

SK138LB

Charlestown Road

SK138NL

Wood Street

SK138LF

Charlestown Road

SK138NX

Glossop

SK138PD

Uplands Road

SK138JS

Acre Street

SK138PG

Cliffe Road

SK138JT

Freetown

SK138NU

Padfield Gate

SK136JX

Chunal Lane

SK138LH

Acre Street

SK138LA

Charlestown Road

SK138LP

Derby Street

SK138NR

Hague Street

SK138NB

Kershaw Street

SK138ND

Bank Street

SK138NT

Barn Close

SK137PJ

Hague Street

SK136AB

Charlestown Road

SK138PQ

King Street

SK137PL

Glossop

SK138LN

Gladstone Close

SK138LW

Hague Street

SK138NZ

Highfield Road

SK138PB

Highfield Road

SK138GT

Charlestown Road

SK138NJ

King Charles Court

SK138JZ

Charlestown Road

SK138NG

Freetown

SK138LG

Whitfield Park

SK138NH

Freetown

SK138NP

Barn Close

SK138NE

Gladstone Close

SK138NN

Derby Street

SK138PH

Glossop

SK138JY

Ebenezer Street

SK138JN

Acre Street

SK138NF

Wood Street

SK138PE

Highfield Road

SK138HR

Victoria Court

SK138NW

Barn Close

SK138NY

Cliffe Road

SK138NS

Charlestown Road

SK136LA

Chunal Lane

SK138NQ

Glossop

SK138PA

Barn Close

SK138GL

Glossop

SK138HD

Kershaw Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail