FA Women's Premier League National Division
Anderton began her career with Preston North End Girls, later joining Tranmere Rovers Ladies. She joined Blackburn Rovers Ladies in 2003 and has been one of the most prolific goalscorers in the club's history. She captained the team during the 2003–04 season, when Rovers won promotion to the FA Women's Premier League Northern Division for the first time. In 2006 Rovers were promoted to the FA Women's Premier League National Division.