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About Flash
Flash is a village located in Staffordshire, England, within the postcode area SK17. It is positioned on the edge of the Peak District National Park, making it a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts. The village is known for its high elevation, being one of the highest in England, which offers various walking and cycling routes in the surrounding countryside.
The local community is small, with a few essential amenities, including a pub and a church. Flash serves as a good base for exploring the Peak District, with nearby attractions such as the picturesque village of Hartington and the famous Dovedale valley. Visitors can enjoy the natural beauty of the area while experiencing the simplicity of village life.
School Ratings in Flash
There are 24 schools in and around Flash. Flagg Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Flash
The average property price is £273K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £248K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Flash
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Flash, with 22 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Flash
Flash 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.
Local Data for Flash
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Property Prices 5,097 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SK17 postcode area.
Household Income in Flash ONS 2023
The average total household income in Flash is approximately £48,528 a year before tax, 12% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,415. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,415.
Businesses in Flash ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,653 active businesses based in Flash, around 57 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 30 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Flash IMD 2025
Flash 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.
Crime in Flash 190 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime levels in Flash sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
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Home Ownership in Flash
Of the 13,073 households in and around Flash, 69% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Flash.