About Atlow

Atlow is a small village located in the Derbyshire Dales, within the county of Derbyshire in England. It lies in a rural area, surrounded by rolling hills and countryside typical of the region. The village is situated near the border with Staffordshire, and the nearby River Dove flows through the landscape, offering a peaceful natural setting. Atlow is part of the DE6 postcode area, which covers parts of the southern Derbyshire countryside. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, rural character. It is known for its proximity to the Peak District National Park, making it a convenient base for those exploring the area on foot or by car. The local community is close-knit, with a range of amenities including a village hall and a pub, contributing to a sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Atlow

Families in Atlow have access to 20 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Atlow

Homes sell for an average of £385K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £464K.

Deprivation and Employment in Atlow

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Atlow among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Atlow

Atlow 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 4,551 sales

Average Price £385K
£2K £9.8M
Detached £464K 2,285
Semi £262K 983
Terraced £223K 696
Flat £201K 184

Deprivation and Employment in Atlow IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Atlow experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
11,944 Children (0-15) 17%
43,075 Working Age 60%
21,916 Older (60+) 31%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.6% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Cromford Train Station 7 miles
Belper Train Station 7.1 miles
Whatstandwell Train Station 7.1 miles
Ambergate Train Station 7.4 miles
Duffield Train Station 7.5 miles
Matlock Bath Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Derbyshire Dales
County Derbyshire
Ward Ashbourne South
Constituency Derbyshire Dales
Parish Ashbourne
Region East Midlands