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About Boulton
Boulton is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, in the east of England. It lies within the DE24 postcode area and is situated near the border with Leicestershire. The village is part of the civil parish of Boulton and is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character. The surrounding landscape features open fields and scattered farmsteads, typical of the Derbyshire countryside. Boulton is close to the town of Ashby-de-la-Zouch and lies within the wider Ashby and Swithland area. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. It is accessible by road via the A511 and is within easy reach of larger towns and cities in the region.
School Ratings in Boulton
There are 153 schools in and around Boulton. Derby Pride Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 18 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Boulton
The average property price is £212K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £169K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boulton
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Boulton, with 137 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Boulton
Boulton 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 Boulton
There are 34 GP surgeries within three miles of Boulton, the nearest being Alvaston Medical Centre (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Boulton
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Property Prices 7,515 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the DE24 postcode area.
Household Income in Boulton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Boulton is approximately £46,593 a year before tax, 16% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,778. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,778.
Businesses in Boulton ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,733 active businesses based in Boulton, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 82% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 83 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Boulton IMD 2025
Boulton 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.
Crime in Boulton 976 crimes · April 2026
Boulton sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Boulton
Of the 24,742 households in and around Boulton, 57% are owned, 24% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Boulton.