About Boythorpe

Boythorpe is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, in the heart of England. It lies within the S40 postcode area, situated near the border with South Yorkshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing, and is surrounded by rural landscapes typical of the region. It is close to the town of Chesterfield, offering easy access to local amenities while retaining a quiet, village atmosphere. The area is known for its proximity to the Peak District National Park, making it a convenient base for walking and outdoor activities. Boythorpe is served by local bus routes and is within reasonable driving distance of major roads, including the A61 and M1 motorway. The community is small but active, with local events and a village hall that hosts regular gatherings.

School Ratings in Boythorpe

Boythorpe is served by 76 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boythorpe

Property prices average £220K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £191K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boythorpe

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Boythorpe, with 115 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Boythorpe

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Boythorpe falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Boythorpe

Most properties in Boythorpe can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,918 sales

Average Price £220K
£500 — £7.86M
Detached £333K 1,334
Semi £191K 1,939
Terraced £136K 1,129
Flat £116K 373

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

54 Primary
9 Secondary
13 Other
Parkside Community School Secondary 14 yards William Rhodes Primary and Nursery School Primary 75 yards Brampton Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Walton Peak Flying High Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Spire Junior School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Mary's Catholic Primary Primary Good 0.7 miles Birdholme Children's Centre 0.8 miles Old Hall Junior School Primary 0.8 miles Chesterfield College 16 plus Good 0.9 miles Spire Nursery and Infant School Primary Good 1 miles Abercrombie Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Brockwell Nursery and Infant School Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Boythorpe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Boythorpe in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
7/10
9,891 Children (0-15) 16%
38,226 Working Age 61%
19,365 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 16.7% 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 Boythorpe 748 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Boythorpe is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

277 Violence & Sexual Offences
115 Anti-Social Behaviour
107 Shoplifting
50 Public Order
44 Criminal Damage & Arson
40 Other Theft
28 Vehicle Crime
23 Drugs
20 Burglary
14 Other Crime
13 Robbery
9 Weapons
7 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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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

Dore And Totley Train Station 7.6 miles
Matlock Train Station 8 miles
Matlock Bath Train Station 8.6 miles
Cromford Train Station 9.3 miles
Grindleford Train Station 9.4 miles
Alfreton Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brampton 0.6 miles Walton 0.9 miles Ashgate 0.9 miles Birdholme 0.9 miles Chesterfield 0.9 miles Brookside 1.2 miles Hady 1.2 miles Hasland 1.4 miles Stonegravels 1.4 miles Tapton 1.8 miles Loundsley Green 1.8 miles Wingerworth 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Chesterfield
County Derbyshire
Ward Brockwell
Constituency Chesterfield
Parish Chesterfield, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Streets in S40 30 shown View all streets

Abney Close 2 Albion Road 5 Alexandra Road West 3 Alford Close 1 Alma Leisure Park 1 Alma Street 1 Amber Crescent 1 Angel Yard 1 Archdale Close 3 Arden Close 1 Ardsley Road 1 Ash Tree Close 2 Ash Vale 2 Ashbourne Close 1 Ashdown Drive 1 Ashgate Avenue 2 Ashgate Road 13 Ashgate Valley Road 1 Ashton Close 1 Ashurst Close 1 Askew Way 2 Aspley Close 1 Atlow Close 1 Avondale Road 1 Bacons Lane 3 Baden Powell Avenue 1 Baden Powell Road 4 Ballidon Close 1 Bank Street 1 Bar Croft 1

Postcodes in S40 50 shown View all postcodes

S40 1AA S40 1AB S40 1AD S40 1AG S40 1AH S40 1AP S40 1AQ S40 1AR S40 1AX S40 1AY S40 1AZ S40 1BA S40 1BH S40 1BJ S40 1BL S40 1BN S40 1BP S40 1BQ S40 1BW S40 1DA S40 1DB S40 1DD S40 1DE S40 1DF S40 1DG S40 1DH S40 1DJ S40 1DL S40 1DN S40 1DQ S40 1DU S40 1DW S40 1DZ S40 1EA S40 1EB S40 1ED S40 1EE S40 1EF S40 1EG S40 1EL S40 1EN S40 1EP S40 1EQ S40 1ER S40 1ET S40 1EU S40 1EW S40 1GA S40 1GB S40 1GD