About Barrows Green

Barrows Green is a small settlement located in Nottinghamshire, within the NG16 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of Newark-on-Trent, situated in a rural part of the county. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, with a mix of farmland and scattered residential properties. The village is not particularly large, with a modest population and a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. It is well-connected by road, with the A1 and A52 providing access to nearby towns and cities. The local community is close-knit, with a range of amenities including a village hall and a small shop. Barrows Green offers a rural lifestyle with easy access to the wider region, making it a convenient location for those seeking a quieter way of life.

School Ratings in Barrows Green

Families in Barrows Green have access to 109 local 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 Barrows Green

Homes sell for an average of £219K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £262K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barrows Green

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Barrows Green, with 40 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barrows Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barrows Green around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barrows Green

Barrows Green benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. 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

71 Primary
13 Secondary
25 Other
Selston Church of England Infant and Nursery School Primary 0.6 miles Westwood Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.6 miles Selston High School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Jacksdale Primary and Nursery School Primary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Ironville Children's Centre 1.1 miles Ironville and Codnor Park Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Holly Hill Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 1.2 miles Longwood Infant Academy Primary Outstanding 1.3 miles Bagthorpe Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Underwood Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Pinxton Nursery School Nursery Good 1.6 miles Kirkstead Junior Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barrows Green IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Barrows Green are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

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 Barrows Green 189 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Barrows Green are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

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
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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

Alfreton Train Station 3 miles
Langley Mill Train Station 3.6 miles
Kirkby-In-Ashfield Train Station 3.6 miles
Newstead Train Station 4.1 miles
Sutton Parkway Train Station 4.5 miles
Hucknall Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pye Hill 0.6 miles Jubilee 0.6 miles Dove Green 0.6 miles Westwood 0.6 miles Selston Green 0.6 miles Selston 0.9 miles Jacksdale 0.9 miles Pye Bridge 1.2 miles Alma 1.2 miles Selston Common 1.2 miles New Brinsley 1.2 miles Pinxton 1.2 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

NG16 1AB NG16 1AD NG16 1AE NG16 1AF NG16 1AG NG16 1AH NG16 1AJ NG16 1AL NG16 1AN NG16 1AP NG16 1AQ NG16 1AR NG16 1AS NG16 1AT NG16 1AU NG16 1AW NG16 1AX NG16 1AY NG16 1AZ NG16 1BA NG16 1BB NG16 1BD NG16 1BE NG16 1BG NG16 1BH NG16 1BJ NG16 1BL NG16 1BN NG16 1BP NG16 1BQ NG16 1BS NG16 1BT NG16 1BU NG16 1BW NG16 1BX NG16 1BY NG16 1BZ NG16 1DA NG16 1DB NG16 1DD NG16 1DE NG16 1DF NG16 1DG NG16 1DH NG16 1DJ NG16 1DL NG16 1DN NG16 1DP NG16 1DQ NG16 1DR