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Wirksworth

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About

Wirksworth ward is located in the Derbyshire Dales district, covering the historic market town of Wirksworth and surrounding areas. The town is known for its limestone heritage, with a history tied to quarrying and lead mining. The ward includes parts of the Peak District National Park, offering access to scenic landscapes and walking trails.

The area features a mix of residential, commercial, and rural spaces, with a focus on preserving its historic character. Local landmarks include St Mary’s Church and the annual Wirksworth Festival, which highlights arts and culture. The ward also has good transport links, with proximity to the A6 and rail connections to Derby and Matlock.

Area overview

On average Wirksworth has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wirksworth is £41,371 per year. There are 5 schools in Wirksworth: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
13.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Wirksworth

Based on 84 recent sales, the median property price is £293,500 in Wirksworth area, with individual transactions ranging from £97,500 up to £1,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wirksworth 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 Wirksworth over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached37£360,000
Flats3£235,000
Semi-Detached17£286,640
Terraced27£217,000

10 years median price trend in Wirksworth

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wirksworth.

All postcodes in Wirksworth

DE44DP

Blind Lane

DE44DR

St Johns Street

DE44DY

Canterbury Terrace

DE44EH

Queen Elizabeths Close

DE44ES

Manystones Lane

DE44GH

Stoney Hill

DE44GZ

Harrison Drive

DE45HJ

Derby Road

DE44GJ

The Lanes

DE44NS

Millers Green

DE44EL

Summer Drive

DE44GQ

Bolehill Road

DE44NZ

Porter Lane

DE44BL

Callow Lane

DE44FH

Wirksworth

DE44GL

New Road

DE44GP

Brickfields Close

DE44GT

Brickfields Close

DE44LN

Hillside

DE44PJ

Old Lane

DE44PP

St Helen's Lane

DE45HL

Derby Road

DE44AR

Derby Road

DE44BG

Bournebrook Avenue

DE44BS

Wash Green

DE44DN

Hammonds Court

DE44FF

Chapel Lane

DE44JG

Hannage Way

DE44LW

The Green

DE44QD

Duke Street

DE44PE

Yokecliffe Hill

DE44GE

Wirksworth

DE44BR

Callow Lane

DE44NG

Chapel Lane

DE44EG

West End

DE44EX

Summer Lane

DE44GW

Oakerthorpe Road

DE44PU

Stainsbro Lane

DE44NJ

Stile Croft

DE44NP

Chapel Croft

DE44AT

Mountford Avenue

DE44AE

Eccles Bourne Close

DE44DD

Ashbourne North, Dovedale & Carsington

DE44EE

Arkwright Street

DE44EN

Green Hill

DE44JF

Meerbrook Drive

DE44LZ

Rain's Lane

DE44NA

Burrows Lane

DE44BE

Adam Bede Crescent

DE44DG

Cinder Lane

DE44FQ

Sough Lane

DE44PB

Greenway Croft

DE44QF

Bent Lane

DE44PS

Ashbourne North, Dovedale & Carsington

DE44NW

Callow Lane

DE44DL

Gate House Drive

DE44DZ

Water Lane

DE44PN

Derby Road

DE44GY

Canterbury Road

DE44LQ

Hillside

DE44AL

The Hawthorns

DE44BJ

Millers Green

DE44LR

Main Street

DE44LY

Water Lane

DE44PQ

Copse Close

DE44LT

Manystones Lane

DE44AQ

Derby Road

DE44NB

Burrows Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.