About Awsworth

Awsworth is a small village located in Nottinghamshire, within the NG16 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Mansfield and is situated near the border with Derbyshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. It is close to the A6120 road, which connects it to nearby towns and cities. Awsworth has a local community centre and a few local amenities, including a pub and a small shop. The surrounding area is largely rural, with open fields and woodland nearby. The village is part of the civil parish of Awsworth and Bilsthorpe, and it retains a quiet, village atmosphere. It is within easy reach of the Peak District National Park, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor activities.

School Ratings in Awsworth

Awsworth is served by 177 schools. John King Infant Academy and Longwood Infant Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 22 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Awsworth

Property prices average £219K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £262K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Awsworth

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Awsworth, with 40 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Awsworth

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Awsworth falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Awsworth

Most properties in Awsworth can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,523 sales

Average Price £219K
£550 — £22.8M
Detached £262K 3,587
Semi £171K 3,173
Terraced £132K 2,304
Flat £116K 184

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

110 Primary
25 Secondary
42 Other
Awsworth Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.4 miles Blue Mountain Education Good 0.6 miles Gilthill Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Kimberley Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Esteem Valley Academy 1.1 miles Bennerley Fields School Good 1.1 miles Hollywell Primary School Primary 1.2 miles The Kimberley School Secondary Good 1.3 miles Chaucer Junior School Primary 1.4 miles Charlotte Nursery and Infant School Primary 1.4 miles Granby Junior School Primary 1.4 miles Cotmanhay Junior School Primary 1.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Awsworth IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Awsworth in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
12,202 Children (0-15) 17%
44,268 Working Age 60%
22,395 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Awsworth 189 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Awsworth falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

59 Violence & Sexual Offences
40 Shoplifting
18 Anti-Social Behaviour
17 Criminal Damage & Arson
17 Other Theft
10 Other Crime
7 Burglary
7 Public Order
5 Drugs
4 Robbery
4 Vehicle Crime
1 Weapons
Local Policing
Nottinghamshire Eastwood North Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ilkeston Train Station 0.9 miles
Langley Mill Train Station 2.9 miles
Bulwell Train Station 3.6 miles
Hucknall Train Station 5 miles
Attenborough Train Station 5.9 miles
Newstead Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Babbington 0.6 miles Cossall 0.6 miles Cossall Marsh 0.6 miles Kimberley 0.9 miles Cotmanhay 1.2 miles Giltbrook 1.2 miles Ilkeston 1.4 miles Swingate 1.4 miles Larklands 1.4 miles Newthorpe Common 1.4 miles Shipley Gate 1.8 miles Watnall 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Broxtowe
County Nottinghamshire
Ward Nuthall East & Strelley
Constituency Broxtowe
Parish Nuthall
Region East Midlands

Streets in NG16 30 shown View all streets

A610 2 Abba Close 1 Abbey Road 1 Abbot Street 1 Acacia Gardens 1 Acer Close 1 Acorn Avenue 3 Addison Villas 1 Adelaide Walk 3 Aintree Close 1 Alandene Avenue 1 Albert Avenue 2 Alberta Avenue 1 Aldercar Lane 1 Aldreds Lane 1 Aldwych Close 1 Alexander Avenue 1 Alexander Terrace 2 Alexandra Street 1 Alfred Street 1 Alfreton Road 10 Alma Hill 2 Alma Road 1 Almond Close 1 Alton Drive 1 Amber Drive 1 Ambleside Drive 1 Anchor Road 1 Andrews Drive 2 Angus Close 1

Postcodes in NG16 50 shown View all postcodes

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