These 24 streets across Chesterfield have the worst air pollution – with high levels of harmful pollutants detected across Newbold, Brimington, Brampton, Dunston, Old Whittington and more

We have examined the pollution levels on some of the busiest routes in Chesterfield, and have compiled a list of some of the roads with the worst air quality.

Each of these streets has either a very high, high or significant level of three different pollutants – PM2.5, PM10 and NO2.

PM2.5 particles, which are less than 2.5 micrometers in diameter, can cause asthma, respiratory inflammation and even promote cancers.

PM10 can cause wheezing, bronchitis and reduce lung development. Long term exposure to even low levels of NO2, a toxic gas, increases mortality rates and contributes to the development of asthma and other respiratory issues.

These figures were sourced from the most recent data made available by Address Pollution – and some streets not included in this list may have higher levels of pollutants.