About Gateford

Gateford is a small village located in Nottinghamshire, England, within the postcode area S81. It is situated near the larger town of Worksop, providing easy access to various amenities and services. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern housing. Local facilities include a primary school, a few shops, and community spaces that cater to residents. The surrounding area offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling along nearby paths. Gateford is well-connected by road, making it convenient for those commuting to larger towns or cities. The village maintains a sense of community, with local events and gatherings that encourage neighbourly connections. Overall, Gateford presents a quiet lifestyle with essential services close at hand.

School Ratings in Gateford

There are 44 schools in and around Gateford. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Gateford

The average property price is £223K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £296K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Gateford

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Gateford, with 22 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Gateford

Gateford 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 Gateford

Broadband speeds in Gateford 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 6,443 sales

Average Price £223K
£2K — £5.85M
Detached £296K 2,729
Semi £162K 2,702
Terraced £125K 809
Flat £96K 65

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
4 Secondary
10 Other
Gateford Park Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles NORTH WORKSOP Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.5 miles St John's CofE Academy Primary 0.5 miles Whipman Woods Flying High Academy Primary 0.6 miles Outwood Academy Valley Secondary Good 0.7 miles Prospect Hill Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 1 miles Prospect Hill Junior School Primary Good 1 miles Norbridge Academy Primary 1 miles St Luke's CofE (Aided) Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Redlands Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.2 miles Haggonfields Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.2 miles Sir Edmund Hillary Academy Primary 1.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Gateford IMD 2025

Gateford 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
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
9,502 Children (0-15) 18%
32,384 Working Age 61%
14,925 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 37.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.7% 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 Gateford 150 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Gateford sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

46 Violence & Sexual Offences
22 Anti-Social Behaviour
14 Other Crime
13 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Shoplifting
11 Public Order
10 Burglary
10 Vehicle Crime
7 Other Theft
3 Drugs
2 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Nottinghamshire Worksop 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

Shireoaks Train Station 1.2 miles
Worksop Train Station 1.3 miles
Kiveton Park Train Station 4.2 miles
Whitwell (Derbyshire) Train Station 4.2 miles
Creswell Train Station 5.6 miles
Retford Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Gateford Common 0.6 miles Rhodesia 0.9 miles Shireoaks 1.4 miles Cotterhill Woods 1.4 miles Worksop 1.4 miles Kilton 1.8 miles Woodsetts 1.8 miles Wigthorpe 1.8 miles South Carlton 1.8 miles Turnerwood 1.9 miles Wallingwells 1.9 miles Lindrick Dale 2 miles

Local Government

District Bassetlaw
County Nottinghamshire
Ward Worksop East
Constituency Bassetlaw
Parish Bassetlaw, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Streets in S81 30 shown View all streets

A634 1 Abingdon View 2 Adalia Walk 1 Airedale 1 Alconbury Way 1 Alexander Drive 1 Allsopp Drive 1 Amanda Avenue 1 Ambleside Grange 1 Anson Close 1 Anston Avenue 6 Anston Bridleway No.18 2 Apple Tree Close 2 Appleby Court 2 Applewood Close 1 Arundel Drive 2 Ash Holt Drive 1 Ash Tree Close 1 Ashley Court 1 Ashley Road 2 Aveling Way 2 Aviary Way 1 Avocet Grove 2 Avon Way 1 Azure Place 1 Baker Close 1 Balmoral Close 1 Barford Court 1 Barker Hades Road 1 Barrowby Court 2

Postcodes in S81 50 shown View all postcodes

S81 0AA S81 0AB S81 0AD S81 0AE S81 0AF S81 0AG S81 0AH S81 0AJ S81 0AL S81 0AN S81 0AP S81 0AQ S81 0AR S81 0AS S81 0AU S81 0AW S81 0AX S81 0AY S81 0AZ S81 0BA S81 0BB S81 0BD S81 0BE S81 0BF S81 0BG S81 0BH S81 0BJ S81 0BL S81 0BN S81 0BP S81 0BQ S81 0BS S81 0BT S81 0BU S81 0BW S81 0BX S81 0BY S81 0BZ S81 0DA S81 0DB S81 0DD S81 0DE S81 0DF S81 0DG S81 0DH S81 0DJ S81 0DL S81 0DN S81 0DP S81 0DQ