About Hognaston

Hognaston is a small village located in Derbyshire, England, within the DE6 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional stone houses and modern homes. It is surrounded by the picturesque Derbyshire countryside, which offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for residents. Nearby, you will find the River Dove, which flows through the area, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities. The village is conveniently situated for access to larger towns such as Ashbourne and Matlock, where you can find a wider range of shops and services. Hognaston is also within reach of the Peak District National Park, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy exploring the outdoors.

School Ratings in Hognaston

Families in Hognaston have access to 18 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hognaston

Homes sell for an average of £385K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £464K.

Deprivation and Employment in Hognaston

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hognaston among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hognaston

Hognaston 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 4,551 sales

Average Price £385K
£2K £9.8M
Detached £464K 2,285
Semi £262K 983
Terraced £223K 696
Flat £201K 184

Deprivation and Employment in Hognaston IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hognaston experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
11,944 Children (0-15) 17%
43,075 Working Age 60%
21,916 Older (60+) 31%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.6% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Cromford Train Station 6 miles
Matlock Bath Train Station 6.6 miles
Whatstandwell Train Station 6.6 miles
Matlock Train Station 7.1 miles
Ambergate Train Station 7.1 miles
Belper Train Station 7.3 miles

Location

Local Government

District Derbyshire Dales
County Derbyshire
Ward Ashbourne South
Constituency Derbyshire Dales
Parish Ashbourne
Region East Midlands