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Jacksdale & Westwood

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About

Jacksdale & Westwood ward is situated in the western part of Ashfield district, bordering Derbyshire. The area encompasses several villages, including Jacksdale, Westwood, and part of Selston, characterised by a mix of residential housing and former mining communities. The landscape features rolling fields and wooded areas, with the River Erewash forming a natural boundary to the west. Local amenities are centred around village high streets and community facilities.

The area's industrial past is evident in its terrain and architecture, with some former colliery sites now repurposed. A notable local landmark is the Jacksdale War Memorial, situated at a prominent crossroads. Public footpaths connect the settlements to surrounding countryside, including access to the Nottinghamshire-Derbyshire borderlands. The ward maintains a distinct, separate identity from the more urban centres of Kirkby-in-Ashfield and Sutton-in-Ashfield to the east.

Area overview

On average Jacksdale & Westwood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Jacksdale & Westwood is £41,154 per year. There are 2 schools in Jacksdale & Westwood: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Jacksdale & Westwood is home to around 3,285 people, with a population density of about 742.6 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
60
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
9.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Jacksdale & Westwood Population
3,285
Population density
742.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
30.14(-12%)
Anti-social behaviour
13.39(-19%)
Public order
7.61(+9%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.39(-14%)
Other theft
3.96(-32%)
East Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,147
95.68%
Other White
43
1.31%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
23
0.7%
Chinese
15
0.46%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
11
0.33%
Total population: 3,289

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
672
24.03%
Level 4 qualifications or above
528
18.88%
Level 3 (A level)
501
17.92%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
437
15.63%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
385
13.77%
Total 16+ residents: 2,796

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
653
43.45%
Owns with a mortgage
467
31.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
205
13.64%
Social rents from council
83
5.52%
Other social rented
52
3.46%
Total households: 1,503

Property prices in Jacksdale & Westwood

Based on 48 recent sales, the median property price is £177,000 in Jacksdale & Westwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £62,100 up to £730,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Jacksdale & Westwood in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Jacksdale & Westwood over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached19£260,000
Semi-Detached14£170,000
Terraced15£135,000

10 years median price trend in Jacksdale & Westwood

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Jacksdale & Westwood.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.