SK17 0AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Square, 0.2km from Hartington in Hartington. Administratively it sits within Hartington and Taddington ward and the Derbyshire Dales constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.
Census 2021 statistics for SK17 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00099223 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE SQUARE, SK17 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE SQUARE, SK17 0AU.
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52
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SK17 0AU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SK17 0AU spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. £250k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SK17 0AU. The average age is 52.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SK17 0AU has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hartington CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The Hayloft Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
- YHA Hartington Hall0.3 km
- Bank House Guest House0.1 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The Village Stores0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Royal British Legion Club0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Devonshire Arms0.1 km
- Hartington Farm Shop & Cafe0.1 km
- Charles Cotton Hotel0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Buxton Station15.1 km
- Matlock Station16.7 km
- Matlock Bath16.9 km
Bus Stops
- Square0.1 km
- Square0.1 km
- Youth Hostel0.2 km
- Youth Hostel0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SK170AU · Data under Open Government Licence