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Whitwell & Elmton

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About

Whitwell & Elmton is a rural area located in the Bolsover district of Derbyshire. The village of Whitwell sits near the border with Nottinghamshire, surrounded by farmland and woodland. Elmton is a smaller settlement nearby, with a mix of historic cottages and modern housing. The area is known for its quiet, countryside setting, with fields and footpaths offering views of the surrounding landscape.

The local economy has traditionally been linked to agriculture and mining, though many residents now commute to nearby towns for work. Whitwell has basic amenities, including shops, pubs, and a primary school, while Elmton retains a more secluded feel. The area is close to Creswell Crags, a significant archaeological site with limestone caves. Public transport links are limited, making car travel essential for most journeys.

Area overview

On average Whitwell & Elmton has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 89 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whitwell & Elmton is £36,600 per year. There are 1 schools in Whitwell & Elmton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
89
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
16%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Whitwell & Elmton Population
6,186
Population density
255.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,979
96.62%
Other White
95
1.54%
Irish
22
0.36%
Other Asian
15
0.24%
White and Asian (mixed)
14
0.23%
Total population: 6,188

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,079
38.72%
Owns with a mortgage
839
30.1%
Social rents from council
486
17.44%
Private landlord or letting agency
267
9.58%
Other social rented
54
1.94%
Total households: 2,787

Property prices in Whitwell & Elmton

Based on 85 recent sales, the median property price is £181,370 in Whitwell & Elmton area, with individual transactions ranging from £74,000 up to £755,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Whitwell & Elmton 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 Whitwell & Elmton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£220,000
Semi-Detached45£167,000
Terraced14£125,000

10 years median price trend in Whitwell & Elmton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Whitwell & Elmton.

All postcodes in Whitwell & Elmton

S804DA

Bluebell Walk

S804LU

Whitwell & Elmton

S804NQ

Hillside Close

S804RE

High Street

S804RT

Butt Hill

Data Sources

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