Ranskill is a rural ward located in the Bassetlaw district of Nottinghamshire. The area is primarily agricultural, with farmland and open fields dominating the landscape. The village of Ranskill itself is small, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern housing. Local amenities include a primary school, a village hall, and a pub, catering to the needs of residents. The ward is surrounded by quiet country lanes, making it popular with walkers and cyclists.
Transport links include the A638 road, providing connections to nearby towns like Retford and Worksop. The ward has a close-knit community, with events often held at the village hall. While largely residential, Ranskill retains its rural character, with few commercial developments. The nearby Idle Valley Nature Reserve offers opportunities for wildlife spotting and outdoor activities. The ward’s peaceful setting appeals to those seeking a quieter lifestyle away from busier urban areas.
Area overview
On average Ranskill has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 64 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ranskill is £45,200 per year. There are 2 schools in Ranskill: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
64
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
14.5%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Ranskill Population
2,404
Population density
114.3 per km²
Demographics
British
2,306
96%
Other White
33
1.37%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
12
0.5%
Irish
8
0.33%
White and Black African (mixed)
8
0.33%
Total population: 2,402
Christian
1,470
61.1%
No religion
785
32.63%
Not answered
132
5.49%
Other religion
9
0.37%
Sikh
6
0.25%
Total population: 2,406
Level 4 qualifications or above
642
32.38%
No qualifications
365
18.41%
Level 3 (A level)
343
17.3%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
251
12.66%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
193
9.73%
Total 16+ residents: 1,983
Employed
1,024
51.66%
Retired
672
33.91%
Looking after home or family
79
3.99%
Long-term sick or disabled
60
3.03%
Student
56
2.83%
Total 16+ residents: 1,982
Housing
Owns outright
498
46.98%
Owns with a mortgage
329
31.04%
Social rents from council
117
11.04%
Private landlord or letting agency
75
7.08%
Other social rented
19
1.79%
Total households: 1,060
Detached
643
60.78%
Semi-detached
274
25.9%
Terraced
118
11.15%
Purpose-built flat
16
1.51%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
3
0.28%
Total households: 1,058
Property prices in Ranskill
Based on 36 recent sales, the median property price is £261,500 in Ranskill area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £725,000.
