About Chesterfield

Chesterfield is a market town in the county of Staffordshire, located in the north of England. It lies within the postcode area WS14 and is situated near the border with Derbyshire. The town has a long history as a centre for the wool trade and is known for its traditional market square, which remains a focal point for local commerce. Chesterfield is also notable for its proximity to the Peak District National Park, making it a convenient base for visitors exploring the surrounding countryside. The town has a mix of historic buildings and modern developments, reflecting its evolution over the centuries. It is served by a railway station on the Sheffield to Manchester line, providing regular connections to nearby cities. The local community is active, with numerous clubs and organisations contributing to a lively social scene.

School Ratings in Chesterfield

Families in Chesterfield have access to 74 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chesterfield

Homes sell for an average of £221K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £169K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chesterfield

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Chesterfield, with 248 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chesterfield

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield

Chesterfield 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 28,522 sales

Average Price £221K
£260 — £29.78M
Detached £302K 9,605
Semi £169K 10,653
Terraced £129K 6,154
Flat £113K 973

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

47 Primary
11 Secondary
16 Other
Greysbrooke Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Anna Seward Primary Primary 1.6 miles Shenstone Lodge School 1.6 miles St Peter's Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2.2 miles Queen's Croft High School 2.2 miles Saxon Hill Academy 2.2 miles King Edward VI School Secondary Good 2.2 miles Christ Church CofE (C) Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Beacon Independent School 2.6 miles Maple Hayes Hall School Good 2.6 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Five Spires Academy Primary Good 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Chesterfield IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chesterfield 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
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
4,513 Children (0-15) 15%
17,824 Working Age 59%
10,301 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.1% 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 Chesterfield 1,513 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Chesterfield 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.

666 Violence & Sexual Offences
248 Anti-Social Behaviour
118 Public Order
104 Criminal Damage & Arson
102 Shoplifting
71 Vehicle Crime
60 Other Theft
37 Drugs
35 Other Crime
28 Burglary
18 Robbery
12 Weapons
11 Theft from Person
3 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Staffordshire Shenstone,Stonnal,Little Aston 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

Shenstone Train Station 0.6 miles
Lichfield City Train Station 2.5 miles
Blake Street Train Station 3 miles
Butlers Lane Train Station 3.8 miles
Four Oaks Train Station 4.7 miles
Sutton Coldfield Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shenstone 0.6 miles Wall 0.9 miles Hilton 1.2 miles Aldershawe 1.2 miles Muckley Corner 1.4 miles Lynn 1.4 miles Lower Stonnall 1.8 miles Summerhill 1.9 miles Footherley 1.9 miles Pipehill 2 miles Shenstone Woodend 2 miles Sandfields 2 miles

Local Government

District Chesterfield
County Derbyshire
Ward Barrow Hill and New Whittington
Constituency North East Derbyshire
Parish Staveley
Region East Midlands

Streets in Chesterfield 30 shown View all streets

A61 5 A617 7 A619 5 A632 10 Abbey Croft 1 Abbeyhill Close 1 Abercrombie Street 2 Abney Close 2 Acacia Avenue 1 Acacia Drive 1 Acorn Ridge 2 Acres Road 1 Acres View Close 1 Adelphi Way 2 Adin Avenue 1 Adlington Avenue 2 Albert Avenue 1 Albert Road 2 Albert Street North 1 Albion Road 5 Alder Gardens 1 Alexandra Road East 1 Alexandra Road West 3 Alford Close 1 Alice Head Road 2 Alices View 1 Allendale Road 1 Allpits Road 2 Allport Terrace 1 Allsops Place 1

Postcodes in Chesterfield 50 shown View all postcodes

S40 1AA S40 1AB S40 1AD S40 1AG S40 1AH S40 1AP S40 1AQ S40 1AR S40 1AX S40 1AY S40 1AZ S40 1BA S40 1BH S40 1BJ S40 1BL S40 1BN S40 1BP S40 1BQ S40 1BW S40 1DA S40 1DB S40 1DD S40 1DE S40 1DF S40 1DG S40 1DH S40 1DJ S40 1DL S40 1DN S40 1DQ S40 1DU S40 1DW S40 1DZ S40 1EA S40 1EB S40 1ED S40 1EE S40 1EF S40 1EG S40 1EL S40 1EN S40 1EP S40 1EQ S40 1ER S40 1ET S40 1EU S40 1EW S40 1GA S40 1GB S40 1GD