About Biggin

Biggin is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, in the east of England. It lies within the DE6 postcode area and is part of the wider rural landscape of the Peak District. The village is situated near the border with Leicestershire and is surrounded by rolling countryside, with fields and hedgerows typical of the region. While not large, Biggin has a modest community and retains a traditional English village character. The area is known for its quiet, peaceful environment and is popular with walkers and those seeking a rural retreat. The village is accessible by road and is within easy reach of nearby towns such as Ashbourne and Uttoxeter.

School Ratings in Biggin

Families in Biggin have access to 15 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Biggin

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

Deprivation and Employment in Biggin

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Biggin 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 Biggin

Biggin 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 Biggin IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Biggin 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

Belper Train Station 5.2 miles
Whatstandwell Train Station 5.6 miles
Ambergate Train Station 5.6 miles
Duffield Train Station 5.8 miles
Cromford Train Station 6 miles
Matlock Bath Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Local Government

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