Worksop Property Market Overview
Bassetlaw market town with heritage centre and growing residential demand
The Worksop property market recorded 748 residential sales over the past 12 months, with a median sale price of £195,000. This places Worksop £15k below the Nottinghamshire county median of £210,000, and £90k below the UK national median of £285,000.
Prices in Worksop have shown modest growth, with a year-on-year change of +2.6%. Within Nottinghamshire, Worksop ranks 4th by price out of 6 principal towns, and 5th by transaction volume.
Worksop House Prices by Property Type
Property prices in Worksop vary significantly by type. The table below compares Worksop prices with Nottinghamshire county averages and UK national figures.
| Type | Worksop | Nottinghamshire Avg | UK Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £284,498 | £324,500 | £420,000 |
| Semi-detached | £178,500 | £188,647 | £265,000 |
| Terraced | £125,000 | £151,500 | £230,000 |
| Flat | £92,500 | £107,500 | £225,000 |
Detached homes in Worksop command £284,498, while flat properties are most accessible at £92,500. The £192k spread between the most and least expensive types indicates a relatively compressed market where margins between types are tighter.
Median Price by Property Type
New Build Homes in Worksop
Worksop recorded 73 new-build transactions in the past 12 months, representing 9.8% of total sales. This indicates meaningful developer activity and proven buyer demand for new homes in the area.
New-build properties in Worksop traded at a premium of 22.6% versus existing stock. This premium supports the viability of new development, as buyers are willing to pay more for new homes.
Across the wider Nottinghamshire market, 284 new-build completions were recorded — see our Nottinghamshire property market report for the full county picture.
Recent Property Sales in Worksop
The following table shows the most recent property transactions recorded in Worksop, providing real-time evidence of achieved prices for buyers, sellers, and developers:
| Price | Type | Postcode | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £232,000 | Terraced | S81 8QS | 2026-02-18 | Existing |
| £390,000 | Detached | S81 8PX | 2026-02-18 | Existing |
| £72,000 | Terraced | S80 1ND | 2026-02-17 | Existing |
| £110,000 | Terraced | S80 2HG | 2026-02-16 | Existing |
| £185,000 | Semi-detached | S81 8FT | 2026-02-13 | Existing |
These transactions are sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid data and represent completed, registered sales. The range from £72,000 to £390,000 illustrates the breadth of the Worksop market.
Development Finance in Worksop
For developers considering Worksop, the local market data translates directly into finance structuring. With a median value of £195,000 and detached homes at £284,498, lenders can assess scheme viability with confidence.
A typical development finance facility for a Worksop scheme with a GDV of £284,498 would attract senior debt of approximately £184,924 at 65% LTGDV. Mezzanine finance can stretch total borrowing to 85-90% of costs, while bridging loans enable rapid site acquisitions completing in as little as 5 working days.
With prices rising 2.6% year-on-year, Worksop presents a supportive environment for new development. Lenders view positive price momentum favourably when assessing loan applications.
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Worksop Compared to Nearby Nottinghamshire Towns
To put Worksop's market in context, the table below compares it with similarly-priced towns across Nottinghamshire:
| Town | Median Price | Sales (12m) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worksop | £195,000 | 748 | +2.6% |
| Retford | £190,000 | 408 | -13.6% |
| Mansfield | £175,000 | 1,153 | -2.8% |
| Newark | £225,000 | 1,492 | -2.2% |
| Arnold | £238,000 | 1,324 | -4.7% |
| West Bridgford | £325,000 | 1,412 | -5.2% |
For the full Nottinghamshire town-by-town breakdown, see our comprehensive Nottinghamshire property market report.
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What is the average house price in Worksop?
The median house price in Worksop is £195,000, based on 748 transactions over the past 12 months. Detached homes average £284,498 while flat properties average £92,500.
Are house prices rising or falling in Worksop?
House prices in Worksop are rising at +2.6% year-on-year. This positive trend suggests sustained buyer demand. The wider Nottinghamshire market is falling at -4.3%.
How many properties sold in Worksop recently?
Worksop recorded 748 residential property sales in the past 12 months. This high volume indicates a liquid, active market.
What development finance is available for projects in Worksop?
Developers in Worksop can access development finance from 6.5% p.a. at 65-70% LTGDV, mezzanine finance stretching to 85-90% of costs, bridging loans completing in 5-10 days, and development exit finance. Construction Capital sources the best terms from 100+ lenders.