Overseal is a suburban area within the historic mining town of Swadlincote in Derbyshire. The locality lies within the South Derbyshire district and is part of the larger town’s community.
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Overseal is a residential area that forms part of the historic mining town of Swadlincote, situated in Derbyshire, England. Swadlincote lies within the National Forest area and borders the counties of Leicestershire and Staffordshire. It is positioned 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Burton upon Trent, north‑west of Ashby‑de‑la‑Zouch and 12 miles (19 km) southwest of Derby. The town covers several suburban areas, including Church Gresley, Goseley, Midway, Newhall, Oversetts and Woodville. According to the 2021 census, Swadlincote had a population of 34,576. The locality’s setting within a former mining community and its proximity to nearby towns and the National Forest suggest a blend of historical character and natural surroundings. Residents in Overseal are part of the broader Swadlincote community, which offers a range of local amenities and a sense of place rooted in its industrial heritage.