About Ambaston

Ambaston is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, in the east of England. It lies within the DE72 postcode area and is situated near the border with Leicestershire. The village is surrounded by rural countryside, with farmland and woodland forming much of the local landscape. Ambaston is known for its quiet, peaceful environment and is close to the town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch, which offers local amenities and services. The village has a small community with a mix of residential properties and a few local businesses. It is accessible by road via the A50 and A5084, making it convenient for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The area has a strong sense of community and is popular with those seeking a rural lifestyle.

School Ratings in Ambaston

Families in Ambaston have access to 119 local schools. Redhill Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ambaston

Homes sell for an average of £301K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £396K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ambaston

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Ambaston, with 5 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ambaston

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ambaston around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ambaston

Ambaston benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,095 sales

Average Price £301K
£15K — £3.06M
Detached £396K 1,201
Semi £235K 976
Terraced £200K 468
Flat £243K 360

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

77 Primary
12 Secondary
30 Other
Draycott Community Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Shardlow Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Ashbrook Infant School Primary 1.5 miles Ashbrook Junior School Primary 1.5 miles Clover Leys Spencer Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Aston-on-Trent Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Spondon Children's Centre 1.9 miles Asterdale Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Welden School Good 2 miles Alvaston Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 2.2 miles Alvaston Junior Academy Primary Requires Improvement 2.2 miles Redhill Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ambaston IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Ambaston are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,466 Children (0-15) 17%
19,758 Working Age 61%
9,315 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ambaston 55 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ambaston are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

31 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
3 Public Order
3 Other Crime
1 Robbery
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Spondon Train Station 2.4 miles
Peartree Train Station 4.1 miles
Attenborough Train Station 5.9 miles
Ilkeston Train Station 6.9 miles
Duffield Train Station 8.5 miles
Langley Mill Train Station 9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Elvaston 0.6 miles Shacklecross 1.2 miles Borrowash 1.2 miles Draycott 1.4 miles Church Wilne 1.4 miles Thulston 1.4 miles Shardlow 1.4 miles Great Wilne 1.8 miles Moravian Settlement 1.9 miles Aston-on-Trent 2 miles Cavendish Bridge 2.2 miles Spondon 2.2 miles

Local Government

District South Derbyshire
County Derbyshire
Ward Aston
Constituency South Derbyshire
Parish Aston upon Trent
Region East Midlands

Streets in DE72 30 shown View all streets

A50 4 Acre Lane 1 Aires Hollow 1 Albert Road 1 Alderslade Close 1 Alts Nook Way 1 Ambaston Lane 4 Amelia Close 1 Anne Potter Close 1 Appian Close 1 Appletree Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Close 1 Ashbrook Avenue 1 Ashfield Grove 1 Ashmeadow 1 Astill Pine Close 1 Aston Hall Drive 2 Aston Lane 1 Attewell Close 1 Austins Drive 1 B5010 1 Bains Drive 1 Bakehouse Lane 1 Ballards Way 1 Balmoral Road 1 Bare Lane 2 Barrons Court 1 Barrons Way 1 Bedford Drive 2

Postcodes in DE72 50 shown View all postcodes

DE72 2AA DE72 2AB DE72 2AD DE72 2AE DE72 2AF DE72 2AG DE72 2AH DE72 2AJ DE72 2AL DE72 2AN DE72 2AP DE72 2AQ DE72 2AS DE72 2AT DE72 2AU DE72 2AW DE72 2AX DE72 2AY DE72 2AZ DE72 2BA DE72 2BB DE72 2BD DE72 2BE DE72 2BG DE72 2BH DE72 2BJ DE72 2BL DE72 2BN DE72 2BP DE72 2BQ DE72 2BR DE72 2BS DE72 2BT DE72 2BU DE72 2BW DE72 2BX DE72 2BY DE72 2BZ DE72 2DA DE72 2DB DE72 2DD DE72 2DE DE72 2DF DE72 2DG DE72 2DH DE72 2DJ DE72 2DL DE72 2DN DE72 2DP DE72 2DQ