Is radon a problem in Derbyshire?

Derbyshire has an average radon risk classification of High across its 28 postcode districts, based on BGS indicative atlas data. 11 districts are classified High risk or above, where UKHSA recommends radon testing.

How do I check radon levels in my Derbyshire home?

Use the free postcode lookup on radon.tips to see your district's risk classification. If your area is classified Moderate, High, or above, order a 90-day postal radon test kit from UK Radon (ukradon.org) — they cost around £29 and give an accurate average concentration for your home.

What is the radon action level in the UK?

The UK domestic radon action level is 200 Bq/m³ (Becquerels per cubic metre), set by UKHSA. If your home tests at or above this level, professional mitigation is recommended. The UK target level is 100 Bq/m³ — the level UKHSA considers optimally achievable.

Radon in Derbyshire: Risk, Testing & What to Do

High Average risk across 28 postcode districts

Derbyshire has an average radon risk classification of High, based on BGS indicative atlas data covering 28 postcode districts. 11 of these districts are classified as High risk or above. Radon testing is recommended for all homes in areas with a High or above classification.

Why is Radon a Risk in Derbyshire?

Derbyshire's radon risk is concentrated in areas underlain by Carboniferous limestone and certain mineralised vein systems. The Peak District limestone plateau and eastern magnesian limestone belt are the primary contributing formations.

Highest-Risk Districts in Derbyshire

All districts sorted by risk class (highest first). Click a district for detailed information.

District	Risk Level	% Homes at Risk
DE4	Highest	>30%
DE45	Highest	>30%
S32	Highest	>30%
S33	Highest	>30%
SK17	Highest	>30%
S18	Highest	10–30%
S44	Highest	10–30%
DE5	Very High	5–10%
DE56	Very High	5–10%
S45	Very High	5–10%
S21	High	3–5%
DE75	Moderate	1–3%
NG10	Moderate	1–3%
S40	Moderate	1–3%
S41	Moderate	1–3%
S42	Moderate	1–3%
S43	Moderate	1–3%
S49	Moderate	1–3%
SK12	Moderate	1–3%
SK22	Moderate	1–3%
SK23	Moderate	1–3%
DE11	Low	<1%
DE55	Low	<1%
DE6	Low	<1%
DE65	Low	<1%
DE7	Low	<1%
DE72	Low	<1%
SK13	Low	<1%

Questions People Ask About Radon in Derbyshire

Is radon actually a problem in Derbyshire? +

Derbyshire has an average radon classification of High across 28 postcode districts. 11 districts are classified High or above — UKHSA recommends testing in these areas. Risk varies significantly street by street, so checking your specific postcode is important.

How do I get a radon test in Derbyshire? +

The most widely used option is a postal test kit from UK Radon (ukradon.org) — run by the UKHSA. You post the detectors to your home, leave them for 90 days, then return them for lab analysis. The full kit including postage and lab report costs around £29. Results typically arrive within 3–4 weeks of return.

My surveyor mentioned radon in Derbyshire — should I be worried? +

Not necessarily — a mention in a survey report means the area has a potential risk, not that your specific property does. Being flagged just means testing is recommended. A 90-day test costing £29 will give you a definitive answer. If the result is below 100 Bq/m³ you have nothing to worry about. If it's above 200 Bq/m³, mitigation options start from around £300.

Get a Radon Test for Derbyshire

The only way to know your home's radon level is to test. Radon levels in Derbyshire are classified as High — a test takes 3 months and costs around £29.

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