Carl Bridge, managing director of Bricks+Mortar in Wirksworth said: "The pandemic has prompted lots of people to rethink their priorities – the desire for outdoor space, proximity to good walks, the ability to work from home and being part of a friendly community are all big reasons why there is such a strong demand for homes in this region.
2021 was a record year for us and 2022 is already much busier still, with valuation requests and new home listings keeping us very busy, which is a sure sign of a busy housing market.
“Rightmove have predicted that house prices will increase by an average of 5% across the UK in 2022. We agree with Rightmove and other industry commentators that areas with beautiful countryside, pretty villages and thriving, friendly small towns will see house price growth above that 5% average – and we have lots of those here!”
Here are the local areas which Carl thinks will drive that house price growth in north Derbyshire in 2022...
9. Cromford
Renowned as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, Cromford is rightly a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Former mill houses hug the hillside, offering tremendous views. Local delis, cafes and pubs host walkers, cyclists and tourists. Cromford is always a popular village with homes frequently for sale.. Photo: Anne Shelley
10. Crich
Home to the National Tramway Museum and Crich Memorial Tower (from where you can see 7 counties!), Crich was famously the setting for TV series Peak Practice. New developments complement the stone-built cottages, satisfying the demand of people to move here. There are great pubs and a bakery/café in the village centre. Photo: Simon Hulme