About Brookfield

Brookfield is a small settlement located in the county of Derbyshire, in the north of England. It lies within the SK13 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. The village is close to the border with Cheshire and is near the town of Macclesfield, which provides access to local amenities and transport links. The surrounding landscape includes rolling hills and wooded areas, typical of the Peak District region. Brookfield has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere and is popular with those seeking a rural lifestyle. The community is small but active, with local events and gatherings taking place throughout the year. The area is accessible by road, with the A54 and A53 providing connections to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Brookfield

Brookfield is served by 100 schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brookfield

Property prices average £234K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £179K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brookfield

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Brookfield, with 22 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brookfield

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brookfield 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 Brookfield

Most properties in Brookfield 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 5,060 sales

Average Price £234K
£155 — £4.03M
Detached £370K 1,028
Semi £233K 1,061
Terraced £179K 2,308
Flat £136K 379

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

61 Primary
10 Secondary
29 Other
Glossopdale School and Sixth Form Secondary Good 0.3 miles Hadfield Infant School Primary Good 0.3 miles St Charles' Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles St Andrew's CofE Junior School Primary 0.4 miles Hadfield Children's Centre 0.5 miles Hadfield Nursery School Nursery 0.5 miles Gamesley Early Excellence Centre Nursery Good 0.6 miles Gamesley Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Longdendale Children's Centre 0.8 miles Hollingworth Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Dinting Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Gamesley Children's Centre 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brookfield IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brookfield 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
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,692 Children (0-15) 17%
24,007 Working Age 62%
10,562 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18% 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 Brookfield 199 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Brookfield experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

97 Violence & Sexual Offences
22 Anti-Social Behaviour
16 Shoplifting
14 Public Order
13 Other Theft
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Burglary
6 Drugs
5 Vehicle Crime
5 Other Crime
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Derbyshire Hadfield and Tintwistle 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

Glossop Train Station 1.5 miles
Newton For Hyde Train Station 3.3 miles
Godley Train Station 3.4 miles
Stalybridge Train Station 4 miles
Flowery Field Train Station 4.1 miles
Hyde Central Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woolley Bridge 0.6 miles Gamesley 0.6 miles Hadfield 0.6 miles The Hague 0.9 miles Higher Dinting 0.9 miles Hollingworth 0.9 miles Padfield 0.9 miles Warhill 1.2 miles Mottram in Longdendale 1.2 miles Simmondley 1.2 miles Hargate Hill 1.2 miles Mudd 1.4 miles

Local Government

District High Peak
County Derbyshire
Ward Gamesley
Constituency High Peak
Parish High Peak, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Streets in SK13 30 shown View all streets

Acre Street 1 Adderley Place 1 Adderley Road 1 Albert Street 4 Alder Close 1 Appleton Drive 1 Arden Close 1 Arnfield Lane 1 Arundel Grange 1 Ashbourne Court 1 Ashes Lane 2 Ashfield Road 1 Ashford Mews 3 Ashleigh Avenue 1 Ashton Gardens 2 Ashton Street 2 Ashwood 1 Back Lane 2 Badgers Way 1 Bakewell Mews 3 Bamford Lane 1 Bamford Mews 2 Bank Lane 1 Bank Street 3 Bank Terrace 2 Bankbottom 2 Bankswood Close 1 Barleycroft 1 Barn Close 1 Baslow Mews 4

Postcodes in SK13 50 shown View all postcodes

SK13 0AA SK13 0AB SK13 0AD SK13 0AE SK13 0AF SK13 0AG SK13 0AH SK13 0AJ SK13 0AL SK13 0AP SK13 0AQ SK13 0AR SK13 0AS SK13 0AT SK13 0AU SK13 0AX SK13 0AY SK13 0AZ SK13 0BB SK13 0BD SK13 0BE SK13 0BG SK13 0BH SK13 0BJ SK13 0BL SK13 0BN SK13 0BP SK13 0BQ SK13 0BR SK13 0BS SK13 0BU SK13 0BW SK13 0BX SK13 0BY SK13 0BZ SK13 0DA SK13 0DB SK13 0DD SK13 0DE SK13 0DF SK13 0DH SK13 0DJ SK13 0DL SK13 0DN SK13 0DP SK13 0DQ SK13 0DR SK13 0DT SK13 0DU SK13 0DW