About Unstone

Unstone is a village located in Derbyshire, England, within the postcode area S18. It lies approximately four miles south of the town of Sheffield and is part of the larger district of North East Derbyshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. Unstone is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those commuting to nearby towns and cities. The village has a community spirit, with local amenities including a primary school, shops, and a few pubs. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, with various trails and paths nearby. Unstone is also close to the Peak District National Park, providing further options for exploration and outdoor activities.

School Ratings in Unstone

Families in Unstone have access to 134 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Unstone

Homes sell for an average of £307K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £247K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Unstone

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Unstone, with 22 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Unstone

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Unstone 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 Unstone

Unstone 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 3,287 sales

Average Price £307K
£725 £17.86M
Detached £390K 1,222
Semi £247K 1,318
Terraced £210K 446
Flat £134K 145

Deprivation and Employment in Unstone IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Unstone 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
7/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,277 Children (0-15) 16%
14,884 Working Age 56%
9,458 Older (60+) 35%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 14.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.4% 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 Unstone 112 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Unstone is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

45 Violence & Sexual Offences
22 Shoplifting
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Other Theft
6 Burglary
5 Public Order
3 Other Crime
2 Weapons
2 Theft from Person
1 Drugs
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 4.1 miles
Woodhouse Train Station 5.9 miles
Darnall Train Station 6.5 miles
Grindleford Train Station 7.9 miles
Meadowhall Train Station 8.7 miles
Kiveton Park Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District North East Derbyshire
County Derbyshire
Ward Gosforth Valley
Constituency North East Derbyshire
Parish Dronfield
Region East Midlands