About Wood Gate

Wood Gate is a small settlement located in Staffordshire, England, within the postcode area DE6. It is situated close to the larger village of Ashbourne, which offers a range of amenities including shops, cafes, and local services. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying nature, making it a suitable spot for those who appreciate outdoor activities. The area is characterised by its rural landscape, with fields and woodlands nearby. Wood Gate is primarily residential, offering a peaceful environment for its inhabitants. The local community is friendly, and the proximity to Ashbourne allows residents to benefit from both the tranquillity of village life and the conveniences of a nearby town. Public transport links are available, connecting Wood Gate to other areas in Staffordshire and beyond.

School Ratings in Wood Gate

Wood Gate is served by 12 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wood Gate

Property prices average £385K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £464K.

Deprivation and Employment in Wood Gate

Wood Gate falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wood Gate

Most properties in Wood Gate can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,551 sales

Average Price £385K
£2K — £9.8M
Detached £464K 2,285
Semi £262K 983
Terraced £223K 696
Flat £201K 184

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
1 Other
St Augustine's CofE Academy Primary Good 0.1 miles St. Peter's Church of England First School Primary 2 miles Sudbury Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Needwood CofE Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Richard Wakefield CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 3.6 miles Heath Fields Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles All Saints CofE (C) Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Doveridge Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Wellbrook School 4 miles The Mosley Academy Primary 4 miles Church Broughton CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy Primary Good 4.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wood Gate IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Wood Gate among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
11,944 Children (0-15) 17%
43,075 Working Age 60%
21,916 Older (60+) 31%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.6% 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

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Tutbury And Hatton Train Station 3.7 miles
Uttoxeter Train Station 4.6 miles
Burton-On-Trent Train Station 6.2 miles
Rugeley Trent Valley Train Station 8.9 miles
Rugeley Town Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Draycott in the Clay 0 yards Moreton 0.9 miles Coton in the Clay 0.9 miles Hanbury 1.4 miles Hanbury Woodend 1.4 miles Woodend 1.8 miles Marchington 1.8 miles Fauld 1.9 miles Aston 2 miles Birch Cross 2.2 miles Holt Hill 2.2 miles Newborough 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Derbyshire Dales
County Derbyshire
Ward Ashbourne South
Constituency Derbyshire Dales
Parish Ashbourne
Region East Midlands

Streets in DE6 30 shown View all streets

A515 2 A517 11 Acorn Drive 2 Agnesmeadow Lane 1 Alder Lane 1 Alkmonton Lane 1 Alms Road 1 Alport Close 1 Appletree Lane 1 Ashbourne Road 17 Ashes Avenue 1 Ashes Lane 3 Ashlea Drive 1 Ashmeadow Court 1 Ashton Close 1 Aston Lane 1 Atlow Brow 1 Atlow Lane 2 Auction Close 1 Audishaw Lane 1 B5056 3 Babbs Lane 1 Back Lane 2 Back of Ecton 1 Bag Lane 1 Baker's Lane 1 Bankside 1 Barrowmoor Lane 2 Barton Drive 1 Beech Drive 1

Postcodes in DE6 50 shown View all postcodes

DE6 1AA DE6 1AB DE6 1AE DE6 1AH DE6 1AJ DE6 1AN DE6 1AP DE6 1AQ DE6 1AR DE6 1AS DE6 1AT DE6 1AW DE6 1AY DE6 1AZ DE6 1BA DE6 1BB DE6 1BD DE6 1BE DE6 1BF DE6 1BG DE6 1BH DE6 1BJ DE6 1BL DE6 1BN DE6 1BP DE6 1BQ DE6 1BR DE6 1BS DE6 1BT DE6 1BU DE6 1BW DE6 1BX DE6 1BY DE6 1BZ DE6 1DA DE6 1DB DE6 1DD DE6 1DE DE6 1DF DE6 1DG DE6 1DH DE6 1DJ DE6 1DL DE6 1DN DE6 1DP DE6 1DQ DE6 1DR DE6 1DS DE6 1DT DE6 1DU