About Woodbeck

Woodbeck is a small village located in Nottinghamshire, England, within the DN22 postcode area. It is situated near the River Idle and is surrounded by agricultural land, providing a rural atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its residents. Transport links in the area are reasonable, with nearby roads connecting Woodbeck to larger towns and cities. The village is close to Retford, which offers additional services and facilities. Nature enthusiasts may appreciate the nearby countryside, which is ideal for walking and exploring the local flora and fauna. Overall, Woodbeck presents a quiet lifestyle with easy access to surrounding areas.

School Ratings in Woodbeck

Woodbeck is served by 19 schools. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Woodbeck

Property prices average £239K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £316K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Woodbeck

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Woodbeck, with 18 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Woodbeck

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Woodbeck 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 Woodbeck

Most properties in Woodbeck 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 6,008 sales

Average Price £239K
£2K — £4.8M
Detached £316K 2,474
Semi £164K 1,788
Terraced £139K 1,220
Flat £107K 215

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Rampton Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Bright Fields School 1.8 miles NORTH LEVERTON Children's Centre 2.4 miles Leverton Church of England Academy Primary Good 2.4 miles Dunham-on-Trent CofE Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Sturton CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles East Markham Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Bracken Lane Primary Academy Primary 3.9 miles Clarborough Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Thrumpton Primary Academy Primary 4.3 miles Newton-on-Trent CofE Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Woodbeck IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Woodbeck 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
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,423 Children (0-15) 16%
27,437 Working Age 59%
14,852 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.9% 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 Woodbeck 170 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Woodbeck experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

75 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Shoplifting
17 Anti-Social Behaviour
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Other Crime
9 Vehicle Crime
8 Other Theft
7 Drugs
6 Burglary
5 Public Order
2 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Nottinghamshire Bassetlaw Rural 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 4 stations

Retford Train Station 4.7 miles
Gainsborough Lea Road Train Station 6.7 miles
Saxilby Train Station 7.3 miles
Gainsborough Central Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Treswell 0.9 miles Rampton 1.2 miles South Leverton 1.4 miles Stokeham 1.4 miles East Drayton 1.9 miles Nether Headon 2 miles Headon 2 miles Laneham 2.2 miles Upton 2.2 miles Grove 2.6 miles Cottam 2.6 miles North Leverton with Habblesthorpe 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Bassetlaw
County Nottinghamshire
Ward Sturton
Constituency Bassetlaw
Parish North Leverton with Habblesthorpe
Region East Midlands

Streets in DN22 30 shown View all streets

A1 1 A631 1 Adrians Walk 1 Ainsdale Green 1 Albert Road 5 All Hallows Close 1 All Hallows Street 3 All Hallows View 1 Allison Avenue 2 Alma Road 1 Amelia Court 1 Apleyhead 1 Arlington Way 2 Armstrong Road 2 Arnold Avenue 1 Artillery Terrace 1 Arum Croft 1 Arundel Drive 2 Arundel Way 1 Ashcroft 1 Ashford Court 1 Ashley Lane 1 Ashworth Crescent 1 Auckland Road 1 Aurillac Way 1 Avenue Road 1 Avon Rise 1 B6387 2 Babworth Crescent 1 Babworth Mews 1

Postcodes in DN22 50 shown View all postcodes

DN22 0AA DN22 0AB DN22 0AD DN22 0AE DN22 0AG DN22 0AH DN22 0AJ DN22 0AL DN22 0AN DN22 0AP DN22 0AQ DN22 0AR DN22 0AS DN22 0AT DN22 0AU DN22 0AW DN22 0AX DN22 0AY DN22 0AZ DN22 0BA DN22 0BB DN22 0BD DN22 0BE DN22 0BF DN22 0BG DN22 0BH DN22 0BJ DN22 0BL DN22 0BN DN22 0BP DN22 0BQ DN22 0BS DN22 0BT DN22 0BU DN22 0BW DN22 0BX DN22 0BY DN22 0BZ DN22 0DA DN22 0DB DN22 0DH DN22 0DJ DN22 0DL DN22 0DN DN22 0DP DN22 0DR DN22 0DS DN22 0DT DN22 0DU DN22 0DX