About Charlestown

Charlestown is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, in the north of England. It lies within the SK13 postcode area and is situated near the border with Cheshire. The village is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character, with a mix of residential properties and open fields. It is close to the River Tame and lies within the Peak District National Park, offering access to walking trails and natural landscapes. The local community is tight-knit, with a village hall and a small church serving as focal points. While not a major tourist destination, Charlestown provides a peaceful environment for those seeking a quieter life in the English countryside.

School Ratings in Charlestown

There are 51 schools in and around Charlestown. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Charlestown

The average property price is £234K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £179K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Charlestown

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Charlestown, with 22 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Charlestown

Charlestown sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Charlestown

Broadband speeds in Charlestown are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of 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

33 Primary
5 Secondary
13 Other
St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Glossop Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles Whitfield St James' CofE (VC) Primary School Primary 0.9 miles St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy Secondary 0.9 miles Simmondley Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Kershaw Wood Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Duke of Norfolk CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles St Luke's CofE Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Dinting Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles All Saints Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary 1.5 miles St Margaret's Catholic Voluntary Academy Primary 1.9 miles Gamesley Primary School Primary Good 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Charlestown IMD 2025

Charlestown sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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 Charlestown 199 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Charlestown sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

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 Glossop Town Centre 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 miles
Newton For Hyde Train Station 4.8 miles
Strines Train Station 4.8 miles
Marple Train Station 4.9 miles
New Mills Central Train Station 5 miles
Godley Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Moorfield 0.6 miles Chunal 0.6 miles Glossop 0.6 miles Hobroyd 0.9 miles Simmondley 1.4 miles Hargate Hill 1.4 miles Higher Dinting 1.4 miles Old Glossop 1.4 miles Gamesley 1.8 miles Holehouse 1.9 miles Lee Head 1.9 miles Charlesworth 2 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