Retford Road is in South Leverton, Retford and in Bassetlaw district. DN22 0BB is located in the Rampton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newark. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Retford Road, South Leverton, Retford, DN22 0BB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DN22 0BB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 49.2% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.8% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.4% | 24.6% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 49.1% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 13.2% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 10.8% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.4% | 50% | 9.6% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 23.2% | -11.5% | 33.6% | -10.4% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 18.2% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.2% | 21.1% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 13.3% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 11.4% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.8% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 13.3% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 30.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 99% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 95.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.8% | 95.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Central Asia | 1% | 0.0% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 13.1% | 13.5% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 61.3% | 46.2% | 15.1% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Retford Road was 14.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.1% lower than the East Markham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Retford Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in East Markham and the 34th lowest crime rate of 384 local areas in Bassetlaw .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westholme Retford Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 1999-06-25 | £569,258 |
DN22 0BB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DN22 0BB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leverton Church of England Academy Main Street , North Leverton DN22 0AD | 3out of 4 | 1,389 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sturton CofE Primary School Church Street , Sturton-le-Steeple DN22 9HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,958 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rampton Primary School Retford Road , Rampton DN22 0JB | 3out of 4 | 4,060 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Wheatley Church of England Primary School Sturton Road , South Wheatley DN22 9DH | 4out of 4 | 4,724 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clarborough Primary School Hillview Crescent , Clarborough DN22 9JZ | 3out of 4 | 5,315 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard School South Leverton , DN22 0DJ | - not rated | 1,006 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Orchard School | grass pitches, tennis courts | 893 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.