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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 £273K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £248K.
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 40 incidents logged in May 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.
Local Data for Brushfield
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Property Prices 5,097 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SK17 postcode area.
Household Income in Brushfield ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brushfield is approximately £48,528 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,415. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,415.
Businesses in Brushfield ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,653 active businesses based in Brushfield, around 57 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 30 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in Brushfield 189 crimes · May 2026
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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Brushfield
Of the 13,073 households in and around Brushfield, 69% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Brushfield.