About The Brushes

The Brushes is located in Derbyshire, England, within the S41 postcode area. This area is known for its natural beauty and offers various walking paths that allow visitors to explore the surrounding landscape. The nearby hills and woodlands provide a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities, including hiking and birdwatching. In addition to its natural features, The Brushes is close to local amenities and attractions. Visitors can find shops, cafés, and restaurants in the nearby towns, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider Derbyshire region. The area is also accessible by public transport, allowing easy travel for those wishing to discover more of what Derbyshire has to offer.

School Ratings in The Brushes

Families in The Brushes have access to 104 local schools. St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in The Brushes

Homes sell for an average of £234K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £171K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in The Brushes

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across The Brushes, with 112 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in The Brushes

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places The Brushes 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 The Brushes

The Brushes 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 5,988 sales

Average Price £234K
£260 — £14.4M
Detached £317K 1,711
Semi £171K 2,266
Terraced £143K 1,355
Flat £115K 374

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

74 Primary
12 Secondary
18 Other
Holly House Special School 0.4 miles Old Whittington Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Mary Swanwick Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Whittington Green School Secondary Good 0.9 miles Cavendish Junior School Primary 1 miles Whittington Moor Nursery and Infant Academy Primary Good 1.1 miles Unstone Junior School Primary Good 1.1 miles Unstone St Mary's Nursery & Infant School Primary Good 1.2 miles Dunston Primary and Nursery Academy Primary 1.3 miles Newbold CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles New Whittington Community Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Bluebank School 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in The Brushes IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in The Brushes 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
5/10
Health
3/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,531 Children (0-15) 16%
32,642 Working Age 63%
14,802 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.2% 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 The Brushes 751 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for The Brushes are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

283 Violence & Sexual Offences
112 Anti-Social Behaviour
105 Shoplifting
51 Public Order
44 Criminal Damage & Arson
38 Other Theft
35 Vehicle Crime
22 Drugs
18 Burglary
14 Robbery
13 Other Crime
8 Theft from Person
7 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Derbyshire Whittington and Barrow Hill 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

Dore And Totley Train Station 4.9 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 6.9 miles
Darnall Train Station 7.7 miles
Grindleford Train Station 8.1 miles
Kiveton Park Train Station 9.3 miles
Hathersage Train Station 9.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sheepbridge 0.6 miles Unstone Green 0.6 miles Old Whittington 0.9 miles New Whittington 1.2 miles Newbold 1.2 miles Unstone 1.2 miles Whittington Moor 1.4 miles Dunston 1.4 miles Hundall 1.4 miles Upper Newbold 1.8 miles Hill Top 1.8 miles Hallowes 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Chesterfield
County Derbyshire
Ward Hasland
Constituency Chesterfield
Parish Chesterfield, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Streets in S41 30 shown View all streets

A61 5 Abbey Croft 1 Abercrombie Street 2 Acres View Close 1 Albert Street North 1 Alexandra Road East 1 Allsops Place 1 Alum Chine Close 1 Ambleside Close 1 Amesbury Close 1 Annesley Close 1 Arbour Close 2 Arklow Close 1 Arnside Close 1 Arundel Close 2 Ashcroft Drive 5 Ashfield Road 1 Ashleigh Close 1 Ashopton Road 1 Avenue Road 3 Baines Wood Close 1 Balmoak Lane 1 Bank Road 1 Bank Wood Close 2 Barholme Close 1 Barlow Road 1 Barn Close 1 Barnes Road 1 Beacon Hill Way 2 Beresford Way 1

Postcodes in S41 50 shown View all postcodes

S41 0AA S41 0AB S41 0AD S41 0AE S41 0AF S41 0AG S41 0AH S41 0AJ S41 0AL S41 0AN S41 0AP S41 0AQ S41 0AR S41 0AS S41 0AT S41 0AU S41 0AW S41 0AX S41 0AY S41 0AZ S41 0BA S41 0BB S41 0BD S41 0BE S41 0BF S41 0BG S41 0BH S41 0BJ S41 0BL S41 0BN S41 0BP S41 0BQ S41 0BS S41 0BT S41 0BU S41 0BW S41 0BX S41 0BY S41 0BZ S41 0DA S41 0DB S41 0DD S41 0DE S41 0DF S41 0DG S41 0DH S41 0DJ S41 0DL S41 0DN S41 0DP