Area guide · South Derbyshire

Living in Melbourne (South Derbyshire)

A snapshot of life in Melbourne (South Derbyshire), East Midlands — house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more, drawn straight from official UK datasets.

At a glance

Melbourne (South Derbyshire) is a village in South Derbyshire, East Midlands with a population of 4,860. The average house price is £352,966 and the overall crime rate is 52.7 per 1,000 residents.

Where Melbourne (South Derbyshire) ranks

Population

4,860

Avg House Price

£352,966

Crime Rate

52.7/1k

Top-Two School Inspection Bands

100%

Avg Download Speed

463 Mbps

EPC Rating

Median Income

£32,236.3

Median Age

42.5

House Prices (2025)

Average Price by Property Type (2025)

Melbourne (south Derbyshire)'s detached homes (£455,712) command roughly 2.3× the price of a flat (£198,750).

Price Trend (11 Years)

Melbourne (south Derbyshire) prices have risen 30% over the last 9 years (£272,082 → £352,966).

Property Type	Average	Median	Sales Count
Detached	£455,712	£431,500	28
Semi-Detached	£341,307	£312,000	21
Terraced	£242,430	£252,500	26
Flat	£198,750	£186,000	6

Crime & safety

The overall crime rate in Melbourne (South Derbyshire) is 52.7 per 1,000 residents.

Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)

Most common offence in Melbourne (south Derbyshire): violent crime (46% of all recorded crimes).

Schools & Education

School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 2 schools (2 primary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

School Details

Total Schools	2
Primary	2
Secondary	0
% Top two bands	100%

Schools in this area

School	Phase	Rating
Melbourne Infant School	Primary	Good
Melbourne Junior School	Primary	Good

Broadband & Connectivity

Melbourne (south Derbyshire) averages 463 Mbps — 363% above the typical UK download speed.

Energy Efficiency & Running Costs

Most Melbourne (south Derbyshire) homes sit at band C on the EPC scale. 64.4% of homes reach band C or above.

Average EPC Rating	C
Average EPC Score	71.6
% Rated C or Above	64.4%
Avg Energy Cost (per year)	£1,142

Demographics & Economy

Population	4,860
Median Age	42.5
Median Household Income	£32,236.3
Employment Rate	59.3%
Owner Occupied	68.4%
Degree-Level Qualified	30.5%

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in Melbourne (south Derbyshire)?

The average house price in Melbourne (south Derbyshire) is £352,966 based on Land Registry sales in 2025.

What is the cheapest type of property to buy in Melbourne (south Derbyshire)?

The most affordable entry point in Melbourne (south Derbyshire) is a flat, with an average price of £198,750.

Is Melbourne (south Derbyshire) a safe place to live?

Melbourne (south Derbyshire) has a recorded crime rate of 52.7 per 1,000 residents. Whether that feels "safe" depends on the comparison — see how it stacks up against nearby towns in the rankings below.

How are the schools in Melbourne (south Derbyshire)?

Melbourne (south Derbyshire) has 2 schools in total, with 100% rated in the top two inspection bands by the relevant inspectorate.

What broadband speeds are available in Melbourne (south Derbyshire)?

Average broadband download speeds in Melbourne (south Derbyshire) are around 463 Mbps. Superfast (30 Mbps+) coverage reaches 97% of premises.

How big is Melbourne (south Derbyshire)?

Melbourne (south Derbyshire) is a settlement in South Derbyshire with a population of approximately 4,860.

Most compared with

How does Melbourne (South Derbyshire) stack up against its neighbours?

Anstey

Melbourne (South Derbyshire)

House price: £289,840 · £352,966
Crime rate: 68 · 52.7
Distance: 14.5 mi

Ashby-de-la-Zouch

Melbourne (South Derbyshire)

House price: £334,658 · £352,966
Crime rate: 54.4 · 52.7
Distance: 5.7 mi

Barrow upon Soar

Melbourne (South Derbyshire)

House price: £314,026 · £352,966
Crime rate: 68 · 52.7
Distance: 12.9 mi

Barton-under-Needwood

Melbourne (South Derbyshire)

House price: £190,899 · £352,966
Crime rate: 63.9 · 52.7
Distance: 13.1 mi

Beeston (Broxtowe)

Melbourne (South Derbyshire)

House price: £320,616 · £352,966
Crime rate: N/A · 52.7
Distance: 11.0 mi

Belper

Melbourne (South Derbyshire)

House price: £290,909 · £352,966
Crime rate: 66.4 · 52.7
Distance: 13.9 mi

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