Area guide · Bolsover

Living in South Normanton

A snapshot of life in South Normanton, East Midlands — house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more, drawn straight from official UK datasets.

At a glance

South Normanton is a village in Bolsover, East Midlands with a population of 11,552. The average house price is £523,305 and the overall crime rate is 66.2 per 1,000 residents.

Where South Normanton ranks

Population

11,552

Avg House Price

£523,305

Crime Rate

66.2/1k

Top-Two School Inspection Bands

100%

Avg Download Speed

408 Mbps

EPC Rating

Median Income

£28,973.5

Median Age

45.3

House Prices (2025)

Average Price by Property Type (2025)

South Normanton's detached homes (£278,789) command roughly 3.7× the price of a flat (£75,500).

Price Trend (11 Years)

South Normanton prices have risen 99% over the last 9 years (£262,425 → £523,305).

Property Type	Average	Median	Sales Count
Detached	£278,789	£285,000	63
Semi-Detached	£175,610	£167,000	56
Terraced	£131,327	£130,000	35
Flat	£75,500	£75,500	1

Crime & safety

The overall crime rate in South Normanton is 66.2 per 1,000 residents.

Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)

Most common offence in South Normanton: violent crime (43% of all recorded crimes).

Schools & Education

School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 4 schools (3 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

School Details

Total Schools	4
Primary	3
Secondary	1
% Top two bands	100%

Schools in this area

School	Phase	Rating
Frederick Gent School	Secondary	Good
Glebe Junior School	Primary	Good
The Brigg Infant School	Primary	No rating available
The Green Flying High Academy	Primary	No rating available

Broadband & Connectivity

South Normanton averages 408 Mbps — 308% above the typical UK download speed.

Energy Efficiency & Running Costs

Most South Normanton homes sit at band C on the EPC scale. 61.4% of homes reach band C or above.

Average EPC Rating	C
Average EPC Score	70.3
% Rated C or Above	61.4%
Avg Energy Cost (per year)	£1,098

Demographics & Economy

Population	11,552
Median Age	45.3
Median Household Income	£28,973.5
Employment Rate	56.5%
Owner Occupied	69%
Degree-Level Qualified	24.9%

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in South Normanton?

The average house price in South Normanton is £523,305 based on Land Registry sales in 2025.

What is the cheapest type of property to buy in South Normanton?

The most affordable entry point in South Normanton is a flat, with an average price of £75,500.

Is South Normanton a safe place to live?

South Normanton has a recorded crime rate of 66.2 per 1,000 residents. Whether that feels "safe" depends on the comparison — see how it stacks up against nearby towns in the rankings below.

How are the schools in South Normanton?

South Normanton has 4 schools in total, with 100% rated in the top two inspection bands by the relevant inspectorate.

What broadband speeds are available in South Normanton?

Average broadband download speeds in South Normanton are around 408 Mbps. Superfast (30 Mbps+) coverage reaches 95% of premises.

How big is South Normanton?

South Normanton is a settlement in Bolsover with a population of approximately 11,552.

Most compared with

How does South Normanton stack up against its neighbours?

Alfreton

South Normanton

House price: £240,964 · £523,305
Crime rate: 66.3 · 66.2
Distance: 1.9 mi

Annesley Woodhouse

South Normanton

House price: £232,889 · £523,305
Crime rate: 80.2 · 66.2
Distance: 3.8 mi

Arnold

South Normanton

House price: £233,758 · £523,305
Crime rate: N/A · 66.2
Distance: 11.2 mi

Beeston (Broxtowe)

South Normanton

House price: £320,616 · £523,305
Crime rate: N/A · 66.2
Distance: 13.2 mi

Belper

South Normanton

House price: £290,909 · £523,305
Crime rate: 66.4 · 66.2
Distance: 7.9 mi

Bilsthorpe

South Normanton

House price: £257,598 · £523,305
Crime rate: 67.6 · 66.2
Distance: 12.9 mi

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