About Brushfield

Brushfield is a small settlement located in the county of Derbyshire, in the north of England. It lies within the SK17 postcode area, situated near the border with Cheshire. The area is primarily rural, with open countryside and scattered residential properties. The village is close to the town of Macclesfield and is accessible via local roads connecting to the A54 and A53 roads. The landscape around Brushfield features rolling hills and farmland, typical of the Peak District fringe. There are no major amenities within the village itself, but nearby towns provide essential services. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists due to its proximity to scenic trails and footpaths. The community is quiet and residential, with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Brushfield

Brushfield is served by 13 schools. Flagg Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brushfield

Property prices average £275K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £199K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brushfield

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Brushfield, with 23 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brushfield

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brushfield 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 Brushfield

Most properties in Brushfield 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 5,346 sales

Average Price £275K
£500 — £5.19M
Detached £400K 1,093
Semi £247K 1,542
Terraced £199K 1,553
Flat £165K 732

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Taddington and Priestcliffe School Primary Good 1 miles Flagg Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 2.2 miles Litton CofE Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Longstone CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Monyash CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles St Anselm's School 4 miles Great Hucklow CE Primary Primary Good 4.2 miles Bakewell CofE Infant School Primary Good 4.3 miles Lady Manners School Secondary Good 4.3 miles Bakewell Methodist Academy Primary 4.4 miles Earl Sterndale CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brushfield IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brushfield 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
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
3/10
7,066 Children (0-15) 16%
26,561 Working Age 60%
14,475 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 Brushfield 150 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Brushfield 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.

64 Violence & Sexual Offences
23 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Shoplifting
9 Public Order
7 Other Theft
5 Drugs
3 Weapons
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Burglary
2 Other Crime
Local Policing
Derbyshire Stanton, Youlgreave and White Peak Villages 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

Buxton Train Station 6.1 miles
Dove Holes Train Station 6.3 miles
Grindleford Train Station 7.4 miles
Hope (Derbyshire) Train Station 7.5 miles
Hathersage Train Station 7.7 miles
Chapel-En-Le-Frith Train Station 8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Taddington 0.6 miles Litton Mill 0.6 miles Priestcliffe Ditch 1.2 miles Upperdale 1.4 miles Priestcliffe 1.4 miles Miller's Dale 1.4 miles Cressbrook 1.8 miles Little Longstone 1.9 miles Blackwell 2 miles Sheldon 2.2 miles Flagg 2.2 miles Town End 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Derbyshire Dales
County Derbyshire
Ward Hartington and Taddington
Constituency Derbyshire Dales
Parish Hartington Middle Quarter
Region East Midlands

Streets in SK17 30 shown View all streets

A5012 2 A5270 2 A53 2 A6 6 A623 5 Alder Grove 1 Aldwark Road 2 Alexander Road 1 Alexandra Road 2 Alma Road 1 Alma Street 3 Alport Avenue 1 Alsop Place 1 Alsop Way 1 Amberley Drive 1 Anncroft Road 3 Ash Street 1 Ash Terrace 1 Ashbourne Road 3 Ashford Drive 1 Ashover Close 1 Ashwood Close 1 Ashwood Road 2 Aspen Close 1 B5054 3 B6049 6 B6061 1 B6465 1 Back Lane 2 Back oth Cross 2

Postcodes in SK17 50 shown View all postcodes

SK17 0AA SK17 0AB SK17 0AD SK17 0AE SK17 0AG SK17 0AH SK17 0AJ SK17 0AL SK17 0AN SK17 0AP SK17 0AQ SK17 0AR SK17 0AS SK17 0AT SK17 0AU SK17 0AW SK17 0AX SK17 0AY SK17 0AZ SK17 0BA SK17 0BB SK17 0BD SK17 0BE SK17 0BF SK17 0BH SK17 0BJ SK17 0BL SK17 0BS SK17 0BT SK17 0BU SK17 0BX SK17 0BY SK17 0BZ SK17 0DA SK17 0DB SK17 0DD SK17 0DE SK17 0DF SK17 0DG SK17 0DH SK17 0DJ SK17 0DL SK17 0DN SK17 0DP SK17 0DQ SK17 0DR SK17 0DS SK17 0DT SK17 0DU SK17 0DX