Whitwell is a ward in the Bolsover district of Derbyshire, located near the Nottinghamshire border. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes and semi-detached properties. Whitwell is surrounded by green spaces, with the Whitwell Wood and Creswell Crags nearby, offering outdoor recreation opportunities. The village has local amenities such as shops, schools, and pubs, catering to daily needs.
The ward has historical ties to coal mining, with remnants of its industrial past still visible. Public transport links connect Whitwell to nearby towns like Worksop and Chesterfield. The community is served by a mix of older and newer developments, reflecting its evolution from a mining village to a quieter residential area. The nearby A60 provides road access to larger towns and cities in the region.
On average Whitwell has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whitwell is £35,700 per year. There are 1 schools in Whitwell: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 52 recent sales, the median property price is £164,250 in Whitwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £400,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 12 | £213,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 25 | £160,000 |
| Terraced | 15 | £130,000 |
10 years price trend in Whitwell
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Welbeck Street
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Explore Way
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High Street
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Grundy Nook
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Butterhall Close
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High Street
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Holmefield Road
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Bakestone Moor
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Worksop Road
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Sunnyside
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Parkway
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Whitwell & Elmton
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Whitwell & Elmton
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Portland Street
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Bakestone Moor
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High Street
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Holmefield Road
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Portland Street
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Bakestone Moor
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Claylands Place
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Longhurst View
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Doles Lane
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Larpit Green
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Belf Moor Close
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Whitwell & Elmton
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Bondhay Lane
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Bakestone Moor
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Butt Hill
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Spring Hill
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Sunnyside
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Bellsfield Close
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Franklin Avenue
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Hillside
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Manor Farm Court
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Creswell & Hodthorpe
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Bellsfield Close
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Holmefield Road
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Hillside Close
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High Street
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Butt Hill
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.