Derbyshire is packed with charm — from its characterful towns to its beautiful countryside — making it a favourite spot for families looking to settle down in 2025.
Alongside its scenic villages, the county also boasts vibrant cities full of opportunity, culture, and nightlife.
Now, Garrington Property Finders has unveiled its annual list of the Best Places to Live in England and Wales for 2025, and Derbyshire shines once again.
Using expert analysis across nearly 1,450 locations, each place was rated for natural beauty, wellbeing, schools and job prospects, heritage, and value for money. The result? A definitive ranking of Derbyshire’s standout locations — the ones that truly offer the best of both worlds.
Here are the top 11 places to live in Derbyshire in 2025 — according to the latest Garrington report.
1. Chapel-en-le-Frith, High Peak, Derbyshire
Holding the grand badge of ‘Capital of the Peak’ the picturesque village of Chapel-en-le-Frith is packed with heritage, cobbled streets and dramatic landscapes. Overall Garrington rank is 322 / 1447 and the average price of a family home is £444,589. | Jason Chadwick
2. Borrowash, Derby
This busy commuter village is ideally situated for those seeking a slice of country living, with nearby tourist attractions of Elvaston Country Park providing a grand day out for families and people of all ages. Overall Garrington rank is 358 / 1447 and the average price of a family home is £423,174. | Google
3. Overseal and Castle Gresley, Derbyshire
These pretty villages in south Derbyshire have garnered a Garrington rank of 393 / 1447. The average price of a family home is £338,927. | Google
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4. Buxton, High Peak
The stunning spa town with a fascinating heritage in the heart of the beautiful Peak District is a hit with tourists and locals alike. Overall Garrington rank is 532 / 1447 and the average price of a family home is £373.789. | Visit Peak District & Derbyshire