High Peak

Accessible housing costs balanced against moderate earnings define the appeal of High Peak. A median house costs 6.8 times median annual pay, a ratio that is relatively competitive within the East Midlands. Rent is equally manageable, consuming 28.1% of gross median earnings. While local pay at £738.30 a week sits slightly above the regional median, residents benefit from a lower crime rate of 57.3 per 1,000 people compared to the wider region. Education is a clear advantage here, as 93.3% of pupils attend schools rated Good or Outstanding. This area suits commuters or families looking for a balance between affordability and school quality, provided they can work within the constraints of the local labour market.

Written from the indicators on this page, 2026-10 data.

Colour shows quintile position against 361 UK Local Authorities. Green is the best position for someone moving here; red is the worst. Direction is set per indicator — higher pay, lower rent, less crime, less deprivation are all green.