About Heath

Heath is a small village located in Derbyshire, England, within the S44 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Chesterfield, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas. The village features a mix of residential properties and local amenities, providing a sense of community for its residents. The landscape around Heath is characterised by rolling hills and open fields, typical of the Derbyshire countryside. There are several walking paths in the vicinity, allowing visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Local facilities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of the village's inhabitants. Heath serves as a quiet retreat for those looking to experience rural life in Derbyshire.

School Ratings in Heath

Heath is served by 71 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Heath

Property prices average £192K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £156K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Heath

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Heath, with 16 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Heath

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Heath 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 Heath

Most properties in Heath 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 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

49 Primary
8 Secondary
14 Other
Heath Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Bramley Vale Primary & Nursery School Primary 1.2 miles Temple Normanton Primary Academy Primary Good 1.7 miles Alice's View Children's Centre 2.2 miles North Wingfield Primary and Nursery Academy Primary 2.2 miles Palterton Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Grassmoor Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Park House Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles New Bolsover Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 2.7 miles Pilsley Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Arkwright Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Tupton Primary and Nursery Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Heath IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Heath 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
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 Heath 85 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Heath falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

36 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Criminal Damage & Arson
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Other Theft
5 Burglary
4 Public Order
4 Vehicle Crime
2 Robbery
1 Drugs
1 Other Crime
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

Shirebrook Train Station 5.6 miles
Mansfield Woodhouse Train Station 6.5 miles
Sutton Parkway Train Station 6.6 miles
Alfreton Train Station 6.7 miles
Creswell Train Station 6.8 miles
Kirkby-In-Ashfield Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Doe Lea 0.6 miles Owlcotes 0.6 miles Stainsby 0.6 miles Holmewood 0.9 miles Bramley Vale 1.2 miles Sutton Scarsdale 1.2 miles Astwith 1.2 miles Williamthorpe 1.4 miles Highfields 1.4 miles Rylah 1.4 miles Ault Hucknall 1.4 miles Common End 1.4 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