Gateford Quarter
Developer: Bellway
A flagship Bellway scheme of 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes with personalised fixtures and finishes, on Worksop's western edge.
New Homes in Worksop
Bassetlaw's biggest town — 20 minutes from Sheffield
Worksop is the largest town in the Bassetlaw district of Nottinghamshire, with a thriving new-build market driven by buyers commuting to Sheffield (20 minutes by train) and excellent A1/M1 motorway access. Bellway's Gateford Quarter, Persimmon's Gateford Park, Countryside's Hall Park and Barratt's Worksop schemes together deliver around 100 active plots, with prices materially below the national average.
3 active developments From £165k Nottinghamshire
Featured developments in Worksop
Worksop property market in 2026
Worksop offers some of the strongest space-per-pound in the East Midlands. The Bassetlaw Local Plan is allocating significant new housing land, and proximity to Sheffield, Doncaster and Nottingham employment markets is sustaining demand.
Why buy a new home in Worksop?
- ✓ Sheffield in 20 minutes by direct train
- ✓ A1 / M1 / A57 all within easy reach
- ✓ Significantly cheaper than Sheffield or Nottingham
- ✓ Two Ofsted-Outstanding secondary schools
- ✓ Gateway to Clumber Park and the Dukeries countryside
Transport & commuting
Worksop railway station is on the Sheffield–Lincoln line with frequent services to both cities. The A1 trunk road and M1 motorway are both within 15 minutes by car.
| Destination | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Sheffield | ~20m | East Midlands Railway |
| Doncaster | ~30m | Car (A1) |
| Nottingham | ~50m | Car (A1/A60) |
| Robin Hood Airport | ~25m | Car |
Schools in Worksop
Worksop has two Ofsted-Outstanding secondary academies (Outwood Valley and Outwood Portland) and Norbridge Academy is a strong primary in the town centre.
- Outwood Academy Valley (Outstanding)
- Outwood Academy Portland (Outstanding)
- Norbridge Academy (primary, Outstanding)
- Worksop College (independent)
- North Notts College
Major new-build schemes in Worksop
Gateford Park
Developer: Persimmon
An exclusive development of 4 & 5-bedroom new homes for buyers wanting larger executive family houses.
Hall Park
Developer: Countryside Homes
A larger Countryside Homes scheme of 2, 3 and 4-bedroom houses in the Bassetlaw district's biggest town.
Things to do in Worksop
- • Clumber Park (National Trust, 3,800 acres)
- • Welbeck Estate and Harley Gallery
- • Mr Straw's House (National Trust)
- • Worksop Priory (12th century)
- • Sherwood Forest (15 mins south)
Frequently asked questions about new homes in Worksop
How much do new homes in Worksop cost?
New build homes in Worksop typically run from £230,000 for a 3-bed semi-detached to £400,000+ for a 4 or 5-bedroom detached at Gateford Park. House prices are considerably lower than the national average, making Worksop one of the most affordable commuter options for Sheffield.
How long is the train from Worksop to Sheffield?
East Midlands Railway runs direct services from Worksop to Sheffield in around 20 minutes, several times an hour during the day.
Is Worksop a good place to buy a new build?
For commuters working in Sheffield or Doncaster, Worksop offers materially lower house prices with a 20-minute rail commute. Two Ofsted-Outstanding secondary schools, Clumber Park on the doorstep and direct A1/M1 access make it competitive with nearby Retford and Mansfield.