Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Belper within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Belper, township and market town with ry. sta., Duffield par., on river Derwent, in S. of co. and 7 miles N. of Derby -- township, 3185 ac., pop. 9875; P.O., T.O., 2 Banks. Market-day, Saturday. Has cotton and hosiery mfrs. chiefly; also nails and earthenware; numerous collieries are in the vicinity.