Bassetlaw is a district in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, covering an area of 638 square kilometres. It borders South Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, with the River Idle and River Trent running through the region. The district includes market towns like Worksop and Retford, along with rural villages and farmland. Bassetlaw has historical significance, with landmarks such as the Grade I listed Worksop Priory and the remains of Roche Abbey.
The area is known for its mix of industry and agriculture, with coal mining and manufacturing playing a role in its past. Today, logistics and distribution are growing sectors. Bassetlaw is well-connected by road and rail, with the A1 and East Coast Main Line passing through. The district also features green spaces like Clumber Park and Sherwood Forest, offering outdoor recreation.
On average Bassetlaw has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 81 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bassetlaw is £39,810 per year. There are 60 schools in Bassetlaw: 51 primary (2 Outstanding and 41 Good) and 6 secondary (2 Outstanding and 4 Good).
Based on 1,510 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Bassetlaw area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,500 up to £1,500,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 624 | £292,250 |
| Flats | 44 | £107,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 609 | £175,000 |
| Terraced | 233 | £130,000 |
10 years price trend in Bassetlaw
Beckingham
Blyth
Carlton
Clayworth
East Markham
East Retford East
East Retford North
East Retford South
East Retford West
Everton
Harworth
Langold
Misterton
Rampton
Ranskill
Sturton
Sutton
Tuxford and Trent
Welbeck
Worksop East
Worksop North
Worksop North East
Worksop North West
Worksop South
Worksop South East
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.