About Smithy Houses

Smithy Houses is a small settlement located in Derbyshire, England, within the DE5 postcode area. This area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. The surrounding countryside offers various walking paths and opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a suitable location for those who enjoy nature. The local amenities include a few shops and services catering to the daily needs of residents. Smithy Houses is well-connected by road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities, including Alfreton and Ripley. The community is served by local schools and public transport options, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in Smithy Houses

Smithy Houses is served by 72 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Smithy Houses

Property prices average £224K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £182K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Smithy Houses

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Smithy Houses, with 16 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Smithy Houses

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Smithy Houses 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 Smithy Houses

Most properties in Smithy Houses 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 3,769 sales

Average Price £224K
£500 — £20.43M
Detached £269K 1,204
Semi £182K 1,396
Terraced £135K 920
Flat £103K 62

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

55 Primary
8 Secondary
9 Other
John Flamsteed Community School Secondary 0.3 miles Street Lane Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Denby Free CofE VA Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1 miles Kilburn Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 1 miles Kilburn Junior School Primary 1 miles Belper School and Sixth Form Centre Secondary 1.1 miles Pottery Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.5 miles Ripley Infant School Primary Good 1.6 miles Ripley Junior School Primary 1.6 miles Ripley Nursery School Nursery Good 1.7 miles Horsley Woodhouse Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Herbert Strutt Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Smithy Houses IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Smithy Houses 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
16,592 Children (0-15) 16%
61,785 Working Age 60%
32,272 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.3% 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 Smithy Houses 151 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Smithy Houses 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.

72 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Public Order
15 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Other Theft
9 Drugs
4 Shoplifting
3 Theft from Person
3 Other Crime
2 Burglary
2 Weapons
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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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

Belper Train Station 2.2 miles
Ambergate Train Station 3.3 miles
Duffield Train Station 3.4 miles
Langley Mill Train Station 4.1 miles
Whatstandwell Train Station 5.2 miles
Alfreton Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Denby Bottles 0.6 miles Street Lane 0.6 miles Morley Park 0.6 miles Denby Village 0.9 miles Rawson Green 0.9 miles Marehay 0.9 miles Codnor Breach 1.2 miles Openwoodgate 1.2 miles The Gutter 1.2 miles Kilburn 1.2 miles Bargate 1.4 miles Cinderhill 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Amber Valley
County Derbyshire
Ward Ripley
Constituency Amber Valley
Parish Ripley
Region East Midlands

Streets in DE5 30 shown View all streets

A38 1 Abbey Crescent 1 Albert Court 1 Albert Road 1 Albion Street 1 Alfred Street 2 Alfreton Road 2 Allissa Avenue 1 Alma Street 1 Almond Avenue 1 Amber Heights 1 Aqueduct Drive 1 Argyll Road 2 Ash Crescent 1 Asher Lane 2 Ashover Close 1 B6179 3 B6441 1 Bacon Lane 1 Baitway Drive 1 Ballacraine Drive 1 Bamford Street 1 Beech Avenue 1 Beighton Street 1 Belfry Way 1 Belle Vue Avenue 2 Belton Drive 1 Bideford Close 1 Birch Close 1 Bishops Close 1

Postcodes in DE5 50 shown View all postcodes

DE5 3AA DE5 3AB DE5 3AD DE5 3AG DE5 3AH DE5 3AL DE5 3AP DE5 3AQ DE5 3AR DE5 3AS DE5 3AT DE5 3AW DE5 3AX DE5 3AY DE5 3AZ DE5 3BA DE5 3BB DE5 3BD DE5 3BE DE5 3BG DE5 3BH DE5 3BJ DE5 3BL DE5 3BN DE5 3BP DE5 3BR DE5 3BS DE5 3BT DE5 3BU DE5 3BW DE5 3BY DE5 3BZ DE5 3DA DE5 3DB DE5 3DD DE5 3DE DE5 3DF DE5 3DJ DE5 3DL DE5 3DN DE5 3DP DE5 3DQ DE5 3DR DE5 3DS DE5 3DT DE5 3DU DE5 3DW DE5 3DX DE5 3DY DE5 3EA