We spoke to Carl Bridge, managing director of Derbyshire’s Bricks + Mortar estate agents, for his expert view on which are the area’s property hotspots and most desirable villages to live in – as well as how much it will cost you to move there.
He said: “Some areas have experienced notable reductions in average house prices during 2024, with Chesterfield seeing average sold prices drop by 6%. This has fuelled strong activity, with homes becoming more affordable to a growing proportion of the population.”
The towns and villages below are the busiest hot-spots in the region.
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1. Shirland
Located midway between Alfreton and Clay Cross, houses old and modern are affordable, with the average home selling for £164,145 in 2024. Attractive developments such as The Fox Hollies are bringing young families to this village, which has a primary school and is close to Ogston Reservoir. Photo: Google
2. Chesterfield
A significant 6% reduction in sold prices means the average home in Chesterfield is now £213,356. Terraced homes averaged £148,425 this year and semi-detached homes are largely available at under £200k too. Photo: Brian Eyre
3. Wingerworth
This sought-after area has seen a modest increase of 2% in average house prices to £294,760. But you can still pick up a terraced house for under £160k in this well-regarded village just south of Chesterfield. Photo: Google
4. Wirksworth
Another location seeing continued strong house price growth, the average home sold for £315,637 in 2024. This is 9% higher than 2023 and a staggering 26% up on the post-COVID boom in 2021. In the historic lanes, terraced cottages still often sell for under £150k in this town on the High Peak Trail. A new development by Arkwood Homes will bring 30 modern homes in summer 2025. Photo: Google