About Cavendish Bridge

Cavendish Bridge is a small settlement located in Leicestershire, England, within the DE72 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional English landscape. The bridge itself, which gives the settlement its name, is a modest structure crossing a local waterway, and it has served as a crossing point for many years. The surrounding fields and hedgerows are typical of the Leicestershire countryside, with a mix of farmland and scattered dwellings. The community is small and close-knit, with a strong sense of local identity. The area is accessible by road, with nearby villages and towns providing essential services. It offers a tranquil setting for those seeking a slower pace of life in the English Midlands.

School Ratings in Cavendish Bridge

There are 70 schools in and around Cavendish Bridge. Redhill Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cavendish Bridge

The average property price is £301K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £396K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cavendish Bridge

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Vehicle crime is prevalent across Cavendish Bridge, with 5 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cavendish Bridge

Cavendish Bridge sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Cavendish Bridge

Broadband speeds in Cavendish Bridge are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,095 sales

Average Price £301K
£15K — £3.06M
Detached £396K 1,201
Semi £235K 976
Terraced £200K 468
Flat £243K 360

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

49 Primary
7 Secondary
14 Other
Shardlow Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Hemington Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Orchard Community Primary School Primary 1.3 miles St Edward's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Northern Parishes Sure Start Children's Centre 1.5 miles Castle Donington College Secondary Good 1.5 miles Welden School Good 1.7 miles Foxbridge Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Aston-on-Trent Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Sawley Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 2.4 miles Sawley Junior School Primary Good 2.4 miles Draycott Community Primary School Primary 2.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cavendish Bridge IMD 2025

Cavendish Bridge sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,466 Children (0-15) 17%
19,758 Working Age 61%
9,315 Older (60+) 29%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.4% 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 Cavendish Bridge 55 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Cavendish Bridge records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

31 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Vehicle Crime
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
3 Public Order
3 Other Crime
1 Robbery
1 Shoplifting
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 4 stations

Spondon Train Station 4.6 miles
Attenborough Train Station 5.5 miles
Peartree Train Station 5.8 miles
Ilkeston Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Great Wilne 0.6 miles Shardlow 0.9 miles Hemington 0.9 miles Church Wilne 1.2 miles Castle Donington 1.2 miles Lockington 1.8 miles Aston-on-Trent 1.9 miles Sawley 2.2 miles King's Mills 2.2 miles Ambaston 2.2 miles Draycott 2.5 miles Weston-on-Trent 2.6 miles

Local Government

District South Derbyshire
County Derbyshire
Ward Aston
Constituency South Derbyshire
Parish Aston upon Trent
Region East Midlands

Streets in DE72 30 shown View all streets

A50 4 Acre Lane 1 Aires Hollow 1 Albert Road 1 Alderslade Close 1 Alts Nook Way 1 Ambaston Lane 4 Amelia Close 1 Anne Potter Close 1 Appian Close 1 Appletree Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Close 1 Ashbrook Avenue 1 Ashfield Grove 1 Ashmeadow 1 Astill Pine Close 1 Aston Hall Drive 2 Aston Lane 1 Attewell Close 1 Austins Drive 1 B5010 1 Bains Drive 1 Bakehouse Lane 1 Ballards Way 1 Balmoral Road 1 Bare Lane 2 Barrons Court 1 Barrons Way 1 Bedford Drive 2

Postcodes in DE72 50 shown View all postcodes

DE72 2AA DE72 2AB DE72 2AD DE72 2AE DE72 2AF DE72 2AG DE72 2AH DE72 2AJ DE72 2AL DE72 2AN DE72 2AP DE72 2AQ DE72 2AS DE72 2AT DE72 2AU DE72 2AW DE72 2AX DE72 2AY DE72 2AZ DE72 2BA DE72 2BB DE72 2BD DE72 2BE DE72 2BG DE72 2BH DE72 2BJ DE72 2BL DE72 2BN DE72 2BP DE72 2BQ DE72 2BR DE72 2BS DE72 2BT DE72 2BU DE72 2BW DE72 2BX DE72 2BY DE72 2BZ DE72 2DA DE72 2DB DE72 2DD DE72 2DE DE72 2DF DE72 2DG DE72 2DH DE72 2DJ DE72 2DL DE72 2DN DE72 2DP DE72 2DQ