About Calow

Calow is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, in the north of England. It lies within the postcode area S44, and is situated near the border with South Yorkshire. The village is part of the Bolsover district and is known for its rural setting, with open countryside and rolling hills surrounding the area. Calow is close to the town of Chesterfield and benefits from good transport links, including access to the A619 road. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. It is served by local amenities, including a church and a few residential properties, and is popular with those seeking a peaceful lifestyle in the Derbyshire countryside.

School Ratings in Calow

Families in Calow have access to 85 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Calow

Homes sell for an average of £192K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £156K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Calow

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Calow, with 14 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Calow

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Calow around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Calow

Calow benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,806 sales

Average Price £192K
£500 — £5.35M
Detached £265K 1,242
Semi £156K 1,435
Terraced £111K 980
Flat £83K 28

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

59 Primary
11 Secondary
15 Other
Calow CofE VC Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Brimington Manor Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.6 miles Arkwright Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Chesterfield Hospital School 0.9 miles Hady Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Inkersall Spencer Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles Springwell Community College Secondary 1.3 miles St Peter and St Paul School 1.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic and CofE (VA) Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Henry Bradley Infant School Primary Good 1.6 miles Hollingwood Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Duckmanton Primary School Primary 1.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Calow IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Calow are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
5,668 Children (0-15) 17%
20,159 Working Age 62%
9,047 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.8% 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 Calow 109 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Calow is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

45 Violence & Sexual Offences
14 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Criminal Damage & Arson
13 Public Order
6 Other Theft
4 Burglary
4 Vehicle Crime
2 Drugs
2 Robbery
2 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Derbyshire Holmewood, Grassmoor, Calow and Arkwright 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

Creswell Train Station 7 miles
Shirebrook Train Station 7.8 miles
Whitwell (Derbyshire) Train Station 7.8 miles
Dore And Totley Train Station 8.4 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 8.6 miles
Kiveton Park Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bolehill 0.6 miles Cock Alley 0.6 miles Arkwright Town 0.9 miles Inkersall 0.9 miles Inkersall Green 0.9 miles Brimington Common 0.9 miles Calow Green 1.2 miles Hady 1.4 miles Tapton 1.4 miles Middlecroft 1.4 miles Brimington 1.4 miles Hasland 1.8 miles

Local Government

District North East Derbyshire
County Derbyshire
Ward Sutton
Constituency Bolsover
Parish Calow
Region East Midlands

Streets in S44 30 shown View all streets

A617 7 A632 9 Adin Avenue 1 Allpits Road 2 Ambleside Drive 1 Applecroft Close 1 Appletree Road 1 Ault Hucknall Lane 1 Avondale Road 1 Back Lane 2 Bainbridge Road 2 Bank Close 3 Beck Close 1 Beech Crescent 1 Beech Drive 1 Beech Grove 1 Bentinck Road 2 BlackBanks 2 Blacksmith Lane 5 Blacksmiths Close 1 Blind Lane 1 Bluebank Lane 1 Bole Hill 2 Bolehill 1 Bolsover Hill 2 Bolsover Road 1 Bracken Avenue 2 Bramble Close 1 Bramley Road 1 Brandene Close 1

Postcodes in S44 50 shown View all postcodes

S44 5AA S44 5AB S44 5AD S44 5AE S44 5AF S44 5AG S44 5AH S44 5AJ S44 5AL S44 5AN S44 5AP S44 5AQ S44 5AR S44 5AS S44 5AT S44 5AU S44 5AW S44 5AX S44 5AY S44 5AZ S44 5BA S44 5BB S44 5BD S44 5BE S44 5BG S44 5BH S44 5BJ S44 5BL S44 5BN S44 5BP S44 5BQ S44 5BS S44 5BT S44 5BU S44 5BW S44 5BX S44 5BY S44 5BZ S44 5DA S44 5DB S44 5DL S44 5DN S44 5DR S44 5DS S44 5DU S44 5DW S44 5DX S44 5DY S44 5EB S44 5ED