The infection rate, the number of people per 100,000 of the population who have had at least one positive test result in the most recent seven-day period, currently stands at 478.9.
The Government is believed to be considering a move to its ‘Plan B’, which would tighten restrictions further, including ordering people to work from home where possible.
Here is the situation in every area of Chesterfield during this period, which covers the week up to December 2.
1. Spital and Hasland
Spital and Hasland recorded a Covid-19 infection rate of 662 per 100,000 in the week up to December 2, according to Government figures. Image for illustration only. Photo: Brian Eyre
2. Boythorpe and Birdholme
Boythorpe and Birdholme recorded a Covid-19 infection rate of 640 per 100,000 in the week up to December 2, according to Government figures. Image for illustration only. Photo: Google
3. Inkersall Green and Duckmanton
Inkersall Green and Duckmanton recorded a Covid-19 infection rate of 601 per 100,000 in the week up to December 2, according to Government figures. Image for illustration only. Photo: Google
4. Central Chesterfield and Stonegravels
Central Chesterfield recorded a Covid-19 infection rate of 595.7 per 100,000 in the week up to December 2, according to Government figures. Image for illustration only. Photo: Submitted