About Brackenfield

Brackenfield is a small settlement located in the county of Derbyshire, in the east of England. It lies within the DE55 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the county. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, with scattered houses and farmsteads typical of the local landscape. The village is not marked on most modern maps, and its presence is known more through local knowledge than through widespread recognition. It is close to the border with Leicestershire and lies within the wider Peak District National Park area, though it is not within the park’s official boundary. The community is small and quiet, with limited amenities, and is primarily residential. The surrounding area offers walking and cycling opportunities, with footpaths connecting to nearby villages and the River Dove.

School Ratings in Brackenfield

Brackenfield is served by 58 schools. Alfreton Nursery School and Swanwick School and Sports College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 20 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brackenfield

Property prices average £220K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £155K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brackenfield

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Brackenfield, with 32 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brackenfield

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brackenfield 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 Brackenfield

Most properties in Brackenfield 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 8,681 sales

Average Price £220K
£100 — £34.45M
Detached £274K 2,928
Semi £155K 3,178
Terraced £123K 2,083
Flat £92K 47

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

42 Primary
6 Secondary
10 Other
Mickley Village Primary and Nursery School Primary 1 miles Wessington Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Stretton Handley Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Shirland Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Stonebroom Primary and Nursery School Primary 2.3 miles Morton Primary Academy Primary 2.3 miles South Wingfield Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.5 miles Holmgate Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.6 miles Eastwood Grange School Good 2.7 miles Sharley Park Community Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Ashover Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Westhouses Primary School Primary Good 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brackenfield IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brackenfield 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
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
11,954 Children (0-15) 17%
43,442 Working Age 62%
19,778 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 36.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18.4% 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 Brackenfield 200 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Brackenfield falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

80 Violence & Sexual Offences
32 Shoplifting
17 Criminal Damage & Arson
13 Other Theft
12 Anti-Social Behaviour
11 Vehicle Crime
9 Public Order
8 Drugs
7 Burglary
6 Other Crime
2 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Derbyshire North Wingfield, Pilsley, Stonebroom and Shirland 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

Alfreton Train Station 3.6 miles
Whatstandwell Train Station 4.1 miles
Matlock Bath Train Station 4.6 miles
Cromford Train Station 4.6 miles
Matlock Train Station 4.9 miles
Ambergate Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woolley 0.6 miles Higham 1.2 miles Handley 1.2 miles Wessington 1.2 miles Shirland 1.4 miles Hallfield Gate 1.4 miles Doehole 1.4 miles Dalebank 1.4 miles Stretton 1.8 miles Milltown 1.8 miles Ashover Hay 1.8 miles Wheatcroft 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Amber Valley
County Derbyshire
Ward Swanwick
Constituency Amber Valley
Parish Swanwick
Region East Midlands

Streets in DE55 30 shown View all streets

A38 3 A61 1 Abbott Road 1 Addison Road 1 Addison Street 1 Albert Street 1 Alfred Street 4 Alfreton Road 16 Alftreton Old Tunnel 1 Allen View 1 Alma Street 1 Almond Grove 1 Althorp Close 1 Amber Close 1 Amber Grove 1 Arlington Drive 1 Arran Court 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Close 1 Ashfield Avenue 1 Ashover Road 1 Ashover View 1 Ashton Close 2 Aspen Rise 1 Aumonier Way 1 Azalea Avenue 1 Azalea Close 1 B6014 3 B6016 1 B6025 3

Postcodes in DE55 50 shown View all postcodes

DE55 1AA DE55 1AB DE55 1AD DE55 1AE DE55 1AF DE55 1AG DE55 1AH DE55 1AJ DE55 1AN DE55 1AP DE55 1AQ DE55 1AR DE55 1AS DE55 1AT DE55 1AU DE55 1AW DE55 1AX DE55 1AY DE55 1AZ DE55 1BA DE55 1BB DE55 1BD DE55 1BE DE55 1BG DE55 1BH DE55 1BJ DE55 1BL DE55 1BN DE55 1BP DE55 1BQ DE55 1BR DE55 1BS DE55 1BT DE55 1BU DE55 1BW DE55 1BX DE55 1BY DE55 1BZ DE55 1DA DE55 1DB DE55 1DD DE55 1DE DE55 1DF DE55 1DG DE55 1DH DE55 1DJ DE55 1DL DE55 1DN DE55 1DP DE55 1DQ