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24,463
Population
9,275
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£46,832
Avg. household income
652
Businesses
403
People per km²
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About Blidworth Bottoms

Blidworth Bottoms is a small settlement located in Nottinghamshire, within the NG21 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the village of Blidworth and is situated in a low-lying area, as its name suggests, near the River Trent. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of older and more modern housing, and is surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. It is part of the wider Bassetlaw district and is known for its quiet, rural character. The local community is close-knit, with access to nearby amenities in the village of Blidworth. The landscape is flat and fertile, typical of the Trent Valley, and the area is popular with walkers and cyclists who enjoy the nearby footpaths and green spaces.

School Ratings in Blidworth Bottoms

There are 42 schools in and around Blidworth Bottoms. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blidworth Bottoms

The average property price is £208K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £163K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blidworth Bottoms

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Blidworth Bottoms, with 6 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blidworth Bottoms

Blidworth Bottoms sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Blidworth Bottoms

There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Blidworth Bottoms, the nearest being Abbey Medical Group (1.2 miles away).

Local Data for Blidworth Bottoms

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Property Prices 4,255 sales

Average Price £208K
£1K , £9.43M
Detached £275K 1,504
Semi £163K 1,667
Terraced £138K 917
Flat £99K 44

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
3 Secondary
12 Other
Good 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NG21 postcode area.

Blidworth Oaks Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Salterford House School Not applicable 1.5 miles Longdale Lodge Outdoor Learning Centre Not applicable 1.8 miles The Joseph Whitaker School Secondary 2.1 miles Ravenshead CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Abbey Gates Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Lake View Primary and Nursery School Primary 2.3 miles The Python Hill Academy Primary Good 2.4 miles Burntstump Seely CofE Primary Academy Primary 2.6 miles Heathlands Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Dawn House School Not applicable 3 miles Portland College Not applicable 3.1 miles

Household Income in Blidworth Bottoms ONS 2023

The average total household income in Blidworth Bottoms is approximately £46,832 a year before tax, 15% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,279. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Blidworth Bottoms £46,832
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,279.

Businesses in Blidworth Bottoms ONS 2025

There are approximately 652 active businesses based in Blidworth Bottoms, around 27 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 6 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

652 Total businesses
27 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Blidworth Bottoms IMD 2025

Blidworth Bottoms sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 19%
4,594 Children (0-15) 19%
15,195 Working Age 62%
4,672 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18% 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 Blidworth Bottoms 40 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Blidworth Bottoms records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 21
Anti-Social Behaviour 6
Public Order 3
Other Crime 3
Criminal Damage & Arson 2
Vehicle Crime 2
Burglary 1
Other Theft 1
Shoplifting 1
Local Policing
Nottinghamshire Bilsthorpe, Lowdham, Rainworth, Blidworth and Villages Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Rolleston Train Station 3.3 miles
Hucknall Train Station 4.7 miles
Newstead Train Station 4.7 miles
Sutton Parkway Train Station 5.9 miles
Kirkby-In-Ashfield Train Station 6 miles
Mansfield Woodhouse Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Haywood Oaks 0.9 miles Blidworth 1.2 miles Blidworth Dale 1.4 miles Brick-kiln End 1.4 miles Ravenshead 2.5 miles Rainworth 2.5 miles White Post 2.6 miles Oxton 3.1 miles Farnsfield 3.3 miles Calverton 3.3 miles Papplewick 3.6 miles Linby 4.2 miles

Local Government

District Newark and Sherwood
County Nottinghamshire
Ward Rainworth North & Rufford
Constituency Sherwood
Parish Rainworth
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Blidworth Bottoms

Of the 10,402 households in and around Blidworth Bottoms, 71% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 14% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blidworth Bottoms.

Frequently Asked Questions about Blidworth Bottoms

What is the population of Blidworth Bottoms?
Blidworth Bottoms has a population of approximately 24,463 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Blidworth Bottoms?
The average property in and around Blidworth Bottoms sold for about £207,557, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 41% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Blidworth Bottoms a deprived area?
Blidworth Bottoms sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Blidworth Bottoms?
Blidworth Bottoms is covered by the NG21 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Blidworth Bottoms?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Blidworth Bottoms, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Blidworth Bottoms?
The nearest railway station to Blidworth Bottoms is Rolleston Train Station, about 3.3 miles away.

Streets in NG21 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 2 Aberconway Street 2 Adventure Cycle Trail 2 Adventure Cycle Trail / Family Cycle Route 1 Allendale Road 1 Amber Close 1 Amethyst Close 1 Andrew Drive 1 Appleton Road 2 Archway Grove 1 Archway Road 2 Ashwell Terrace 1 Barn Owl Way 1 Baulker Lane 1 Beardsley Road 2 Beck Crescent 2 Beech Avenue 3 Beech Grove 1 Bell Pit Drive 1 Belle Vue Lane 5 Bevan Place 2 Beverley Close 1 Birch Avenue 2 Birkland Drive 1 Bishops Hill 1 Blackthorn Gardens 1 Blidworth Lane 2 Bluebell Wood Lane 1 Boundary Crescent 3 Boy Lane 1

Postcodes in NG21 50 shown View all postcodes

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