About Brinsley

Brinsley is a 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 has a long history, with records indicating its existence in the Domesday Book of 1086. Brinsley is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The local community is active, with several local amenities including a church, a primary school, and a village hall. The area is well connected by road, with the A6120 passing close by, providing access to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and wooded areas, making it a peaceful place to live.

School Ratings in Brinsley

There are 116 schools in and around Brinsley. 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 Brinsley

The average property price is £219K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £262K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brinsley

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Brinsley, with 40 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brinsley

Brinsley 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Brinsley

Broadband speeds in Brinsley are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of 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

82 Primary
13 Secondary
21 Other
Brinsley Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.2 miles Underwood Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Westwood Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 1.4 miles Bagthorpe Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Hall Park Academy Secondary Good 1.5 miles Lawrence View Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 1.6 miles Aldercar Infant School Primary 1.7 miles Jacksdale Primary and Nursery School Primary Requires Improvement 1.7 miles Aldercar High School Secondary 1.8 miles Progression 2 Work Requires Improvement 1.8 miles Springbank Academy Primary Good 1.9 miles Langley Mill Church of England Infant School and Nursery Primary 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brinsley IMD 2025

Brinsley 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
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 Brinsley 189 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Brinsley 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.

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

Langley Mill Train Station 1.9 miles
Newstead Train Station 4 miles
Ilkeston Train Station 4.4 miles
Kirkby-In-Ashfield Train Station 4.7 miles
Hucknall Train Station 4.7 miles
Alfreton Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Plain Spot 0.6 miles Underwood 0.9 miles Friezeland 0.9 miles New Brinsley 0.9 miles Stoneyford 1.2 miles Eastwood Hall 1.2 miles Bagthorpe 1.4 miles Westwood 1.4 miles Jacksdale 1.8 miles Moorgreen 1.8 miles Langley Mill 1.8 miles Aldercar 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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