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 19 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 £275K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £199K.

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 23 recorded incidents in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Flash

Broadband speeds in Flash 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 5,346 sales

Average Price £275K
£500 — £5.19M
Detached £400K 1,093
Semi £247K 1,542
Terraced £199K 1,553
Flat £165K 732

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Old Sams Farm Independent School Good 0.3 miles Bradshaw Farm Independent School Good 2 miles Hollinsclough Church of England Academy Primary Good 2.6 miles Harpur Hill Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Burbage Primary School Primary 3.6 miles Buxton Community School Secondary 3.6 miles Buxton Junior School Primary Good 3.8 miles Earl Sterndale CofE Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Wincle CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles St Bartholomew's Church of England Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Buxton Infant School Primary Good 4.2 miles Buxton and Leek College 4.4 miles

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.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
3/10
7,066 Children (0-15) 16%
26,561 Working Age 60%
14,475 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 Flash 150 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

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.

64 Violence & Sexual Offences
23 Anti-Social Behaviour
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Shoplifting
9 Public Order
7 Other Theft
5 Drugs
3 Weapons
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Burglary
2 Other Crime
Local Policing
Staffordshire Waterhouses Rural 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

Buxton Train Station 4.4 miles
Dove Holes Train Station 7.1 miles
Chapel-En-Le-Frith Train Station 7.9 miles
Whaley Bridge Train Station 8.7 miles
Chinley Train Station 9.4 miles
Prestbury Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Knotbury 0.9 miles Colshaw 1.2 miles Wildboarclough 2.6 miles Hollinsclough 2.6 miles Ladmanlow 2.8 miles Canholes 2.8 miles Hardings Booth 3.1 miles Roche Grange 3.1 miles Allgreave 3.2 miles Burbage 3.3 miles Harpur Hill 3.5 miles Newtown 3.5 miles

Local Government

District Derbyshire Dales
County Derbyshire
Ward Hartington and Taddington
Constituency Derbyshire Dales
Parish Hartington Middle Quarter
Region East Midlands

Streets in SK17 30 shown View all streets

A5012 2 A5270 2 A53 2 A6 6 A623 5 Alder Grove 1 Aldwark Road 2 Alexander Road 1 Alexandra Road 2 Alma Road 1 Alma Street 3 Alport Avenue 1 Alsop Place 1 Alsop Way 1 Amberley Drive 1 Anncroft Road 3 Ash Street 1 Ash Terrace 1 Ashbourne Road 3 Ashford Drive 1 Ashover Close 1 Ashwood Close 1 Ashwood Road 2 Aspen Close 1 B5054 3 B6049 6 B6061 1 B6465 1 Back Lane 2 Back oth Cross 2

Postcodes in SK17 50 shown View all postcodes

SK17 0AA SK17 0AB SK17 0AD SK17 0AE SK17 0AG SK17 0AH SK17 0AJ SK17 0AL SK17 0AN SK17 0AP SK17 0AQ SK17 0AR SK17 0AS SK17 0AT SK17 0AU SK17 0AW SK17 0AX SK17 0AY SK17 0AZ SK17 0BA SK17 0BB SK17 0BD SK17 0BE SK17 0BF SK17 0BH SK17 0BJ SK17 0BL SK17 0BS SK17 0BT SK17 0BU SK17 0BX SK17 0BY SK17 0BZ SK17 0DA SK17 0DB SK17 0DD SK17 0DE SK17 0DF SK17 0DG SK17 0DH SK17 0DJ SK17 0DL SK17 0DN SK17 0DP SK17 0DQ SK17 0DR SK17 0DS SK17 0DT SK17 0DU SK17 0DX