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Location in DerbyshireArkwright Town sits where the marker shows within the county.

22,470
Population
9,455
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£41,687
Avg. household income
558
Businesses
424
People per km²
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About Arkwright Town

Arkwright Town is located in Derbyshire, within the S44 postcode area of England. It lies in the heart of the Peak District, an area known for its rolling hills and rural landscapes. The town developed during the Industrial Revolution, with its origins tied to the textile industry and the mills established by Richard Arkwright. Today, it retains a strong sense of local history, with several preserved mill buildings and industrial heritage sites. The surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling opportunities, and the town is accessible by road and rail, connecting it to nearby cities such as Sheffield and Chesterfield. Arkwright Town has a close-knit community and a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and community centres. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Derbyshire region.

School Ratings in Arkwright Town

There are 80 schools in and around Arkwright Town. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Arkwright Town

The average property price is £203K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £160K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Arkwright Town

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Arkwright Town, with 10 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Arkwright Town

Arkwright Town sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Arkwright Town

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Arkwright Town, the nearest being North Derbyshire Bowel Cancer Screening Centre (1.5 miles away).

Local Data for Arkwright Town

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Property Prices 3,880 sales

Average Price £203K
£500 , £7.85M
Detached £283K 1,337
Semi £160K 1,428
Terraced £115K 959
Flat £89K 28

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

56 Primary
10 Secondary
14 Other
Good 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the S44 postcode area.

Arkwright Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Calow CofE VC Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Brimington Manor Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 1.5 miles Chesterfield Hospital School Not applicable 1.5 miles Duckmanton Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Hady Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Inkersall Spencer Academy Primary Good 1.7 miles Temple Normanton Primary Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Springwell Community College Secondary 1.8 miles Outwood Academy Hasland Hall Secondary Good 1.9 miles Hasland Junior School Primary Good 1.9 miles St Peter and St Paul School Not applicable 1.9 miles

Household Income in Arkwright Town ONS 2023

The average total household income in Arkwright Town is approximately £41,687 a year before tax, 25% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,269. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Arkwright Town £41,687
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,269.

Businesses in Arkwright Town ONS 2025

There are approximately 558 active businesses based in Arkwright Town, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

558 Total businesses
25 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Arkwright Town IMD 2025

Arkwright Town sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 22%
3,886 Children (0-15) 17%
13,641 Working Age 61%
4,957 Older (65+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18% 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 Arkwright Town 91 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Arkwright Town sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 44
Anti-Social Behaviour 10
Criminal Damage & Arson 9
Other Theft 7
Public Order 7
Burglary 5
Vehicle Crime 3
Other Crime 3
Drugs 2
Shoplifting 1
Local Policing
Derbyshire Holmewood, Grassmoor, Calow and Arkwright Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Creswell Train Station 6.6 miles
Shirebrook Train Station 7 miles
Whitwell (Derbyshire) Train Station 7.5 miles
Mansfield Woodhouse Train Station 8.6 miles
Kiveton Park Train Station 9 miles
Alfreton Train Station 9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bolehill 0.6 miles Cock Alley 0.6 miles Calow 0.9 miles Calow Green 0.9 miles Inkersall 1.2 miles Inkersall Green 1.2 miles Long Duckmanton 1.4 miles Corbriggs 1.4 miles Duckmanton 1.8 miles Winsick 1.8 miles Sutton Scarsdale 1.8 miles Brimington Common 1.8 miles

Local Government

District North East Derbyshire
County Derbyshire
Ward Sutton
Constituency Bolsover
Parish Calow
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Arkwright Town

Of the 9,975 households in and around Arkwright Town, 68% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 18% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Arkwright Town.

Frequently Asked Questions about Arkwright Town

What is the population of Arkwright Town?
Arkwright Town has a population of approximately 22,470 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Arkwright Town?
The average property in and around Arkwright Town sold for about £203,124, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 42% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Arkwright Town a deprived area?
Arkwright Town sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Arkwright Town?
Arkwright Town is covered by the S44 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Arkwright Town?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Arkwright Town, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Arkwright Town?
The nearest railway station to Arkwright Town is Creswell Train Station, about 6.6 miles away.

Streets in S44 30 shown View all streets

A617 7 A632 9 Adin Avenue 1 Allpits Road 2 Ambleside Drive 1 Applecroft Close 1 Appletree Road 1 Ault Hucknall Lane 1 Avondale Road 1 Back Lane 2 Bainbridge Road 2 Bank Close 3 Beck Close 1 Beech Crescent 1 Beech Drive 1 Beech Grove 1 Bentinck Road 2 BlackBanks 2 Blacksmith Lane 5 Blacksmiths Close 1 Blind Lane 1 Bluebank Lane 1 Bole Hill 2 Bolehill 1 Bolsover Hill 2 Bolsover Road 1 Bracken Avenue 2 Bramble Close 1 Bramley Road 1 Brandene Close 1

Postcodes in S44 50 shown View all postcodes

S44 5AA S44 5AB S44 5AD S44 5AE S44 5AF S44 5AG S44 5AH S44 5AJ S44 5AL S44 5AN S44 5AP S44 5AQ S44 5AR S44 5AS S44 5AT S44 5AU S44 5AW S44 5AX S44 5AY S44 5AZ S44 5BA S44 5BB S44 5BD S44 5BE S44 5BG S44 5BH S44 5BJ S44 5BL S44 5BN S44 5BP S44 5BQ S44 5BS S44 5BT S44 5BU S44 5BW S44 5BX S44 5BY S44 5BZ S44 5DA S44 5DB S44 5DL S44 5DN S44 5DR S44 5DS S44 5DU S44 5DW S44 5DX S44 5DY S44 5EB S44 5ED