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 152 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 £211K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £161K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boulton

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Boulton, with 123 recorded incidents in March 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Boulton

Broadband speeds in Boulton are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,532 sales

Average Price £211K
£2K — £81.1M
Detached £238K 1,603
Semi £161K 3,112
Terraced £135K 2,137
Flat £93K 328

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

87 Primary
14 Secondary
51 Other
Boulton Children's Centre 0.1 miles Oakwood Junior School Primary Good 0.1 miles Oakwood Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.1 miles St Martins School 0.3 miles Wyndham Spencer Academy Primary 0.4 miles Alvaston Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.6 miles Alvaston Junior Academy Primary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Landau Forte Academy Moorhead Primary 0.6 miles Alvaston Moor Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Noel-Baker Academy Secondary Good 0.6 miles St John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Osmaston Allenton Children's Centre 0.9 miles

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.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
14,441 Children (0-15) 21%
42,338 Working Age 63%
14,034 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 47.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.3% 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 Boulton 919 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

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.

358 Violence & Sexual Offences
123 Anti-Social Behaviour
80 Public Order
79 Criminal Damage & Arson
52 Other Theft
44 Vehicle Crime
42 Drugs
36 Shoplifting
31 Other Crime
26 Burglary
21 Robbery
17 Weapons
6 Theft from Person
4 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Derbyshire Alvaston South Visit force website →
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

Peartree Train Station 1.7 miles
Spondon Train Station 1.9 miles
Duffield Train Station 7.3 miles
Ilkeston Train Station 8.3 miles
Attenborough Train Station 8.3 miles
Belper Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Boulton Moor 0 yards Alvaston 0.6 miles Crewton 0.9 miles Shelton Lock 0.9 miles Allenton 1.2 miles Thulston 1.4 miles Osmaston 1.4 miles Chellaston 1.4 miles Elvaston 1.9 miles Sinfin Moor 2 miles Pear Tree 2 miles Pride Park 2 miles

Local Government

District Derby
County Derbyshire
Ward Boulton
Constituency Derby South
Parish Derby, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Streets in DE24 30 shown View all streets

Abingdon Street 6 Acorn Close 1 Addison Road 5 Adrian Street 1 Ainley Close 1 Albrighton Avenue 1 Alderfen Close 1 Allen Street 2 Allestree Close 1 Allestree Street 4 Alum Close 1 Alvaston Street 5 Alward's Close 1 Amber Street 1 Amberley Drive 2 Anderson Street 2 Anthony Crescent 1 Anthony Drive 1 Appian Way 1 Applecross Court 1 Archer Street 1 Arkwright Street 1 Arleston Lane 4 Arlington Drive 2 Arran Close 2 Arreton Court 1 Ascot Drive 6 Ashby Street 1 Ashcroft Close 1 Ashton Drive 2

Postcodes in DE24 50 shown View all postcodes

DE24 0AA DE24 0AB DE24 0AD DE24 0AE DE24 0AG DE24 0AH DE24 0AJ DE24 0AL DE24 0AN DE24 0AP DE24 0AQ DE24 0AR DE24 0AS DE24 0AT DE24 0AU DE24 0AW DE24 0AX DE24 0AY DE24 0AZ DE24 0BA DE24 0BB DE24 0BD DE24 0BE DE24 0BG DE24 0BH DE24 0BJ DE24 0BN DE24 0BP DE24 0BR DE24 0BS DE24 0BT DE24 0BU DE24 0BW DE24 0BX DE24 0BY DE24 0BZ DE24 0DA DE24 0DB DE24 0DD DE24 0DE DE24 0DF DE24 0DG DE24 0DH DE24 0DJ DE24 0DL DE24 0DN DE24 0DP DE24 0DQ DE24 0DR DE24 0DU