matlock is at the south edge of the peak district and part of the derbyshire dales. matlock is famous for its baths and thermal spas. the thermal spas are located just south of the town on the a6.
matlock is close to many large cities such as: nottingham (29miles), sheffield(20 miles), and derby which is only 20 miles. you are not to close to these cities to spoil the beautiful countryside walks and rolling hills
matlock is part of the derbyshire dales. which includes the towns of wirkworth, bakewell and ashbourne. they are all part of the derbyshire dales but lye in the west of derbyshire.
work in matlock is mostly in the tourism and administration industry. most people will however travel to larger cities or towns. including chesterfield and derby where work opportunities and job selection is better.
property in and around the matlock area is highly sought after and comes at a premium. houses in the area start at £159.000 for a terraced home, £166.000 for a semi detached house and £284.000 for a detached property in matlock. the average property price in matlock was £203.000 in dec 07.
matlock postcodes 
DE4
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