Moorgate is in Retford and in Bassetlaw district. DN22 6RH is located in the East Retford East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bassetlaw. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moorgate, Retford, DN22 6RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN22 6RU, DN22 6RG, DN22 6PR, DN22 6RJ, DN22 6RP, DN22 6PS, DN22 6PT, DN22 6RN, DN22 6RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN22 6RH is primarily male, with 55.5% of the population 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 | 51.3% | 44.5% | -6.8% | 51.0% | -6.5% |
| Male | 48.7% | 55.5% | 6.8% | 49.0% | 6.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DN22 6RH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38% | 45.2% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 23.5% | -16.3% | 44.2% | -20.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 8.1% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 5.9% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 16.3% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 7.2% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 40.6% | 34.7% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 41.3% | 11.4% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 14.3% | -4.5% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 7.7% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
In the area around DN22 6RH this area, 30.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 12.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 30.8% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 12.2% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 17.6% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 19% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 12.7% | -5.4% | 33.8% | -21.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.8% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 8% | 0.4% | -7.6% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 86.6% | 96.5% | 9.9% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 83.9% | 92.2% | 8.3% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.6% | 1.2% | -8.4% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.9% | 91.8% | 7.9% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.9% | 0.8% | -6.1% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.1% | 76.7% | -15.6% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 33.5% | 13.5% | 20.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 39.4% | 46.2% | -6.8% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorgate was 81.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.0% lower than the East Retford East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moorgate has the 8th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in East Retford East and the 140th highest crime rate of 384 local areas in Bassetlaw .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 48.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Moorgate, Retford, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-07-01 | £186,833 |
| Georgian Villa, 39 Moorgate, Retford, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2022-06-17 | £199,875 |
| 43 Moorgate, Retford, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-06-17 | £263,880 |
| 37 Moorgate, Retford, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,500 | 2021-06-24 | £178,927 |
| Georgian Villa, 39 Moorgate, Retford, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-05-25 | £212,359 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Swithun's Church of England Primary Academy Grove Street , DN22 6LD | 3out of 4 | 524 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School Tiln Lane , DN22 6SW | 2out of 4 | 714 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Babworth Road , DN22 7BP | 3out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallcroft Infant and Nursery School Whitaker Close , DN22 7QH | 3out of 4 | 1,407 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thrumpton Primary Academy Thrumpton Close , DN22 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,788 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Elizabethan Academy Hallcroft Road , DN22 7PY | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Retford Oaks Academy Babworth Road , DN22 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Giles School Babworth Road , DN22 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub | 11 Churchgate, Retford | 219 yd | |
| Potato Oven Retford Ltd | 35 Churchgate, Retford | 219 yd | |
| Plant Coffee | 28 Chapelgate, Retford | 250 yd | |
| Harry's Coffee House | Zest, 6 Chapelgate | 256 yd | |
| Towns Best Coffee Shop & Diner | Towns Best Coffee, 3 Market Place | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Boy | The Black Boy, 14 Moorgate | 26 yd | |
| The Sherwood by Kook | 18 Churchgate, Retford | 135 yd | |
| Brick & Tile Inn | Brick And Tile Inn, 81 Moorgate | 212 yd | |
| Vine Inn | 13 Churchgate, Retford | 219 yd | |
| Bassetlaw Disability Association | 40 Chapelgate, Retford | 256 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong House | 55 Moorgate, Retford | 139 yd | |
| China Kitchen | 16 Churchgate, Retford | 160 yd | |
| Valentinos | 12 Churchgate, Retford | 160 yd | |
| Papas fish and chips | 12 Spital Hill, Retford | 204 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 7 Churchgate, Retford | 219 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | 29-33 Moorgate, Retford | 36 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket & Cafe | Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited, Idle Valley Road | 237 yd | |
| U MISIA EUROPEAN STORE | Former Unit 6, Bridgegate | 367 yd | |
| Iceland Foodstore | Spa Road, Retford | 558 yd | |
| W Boyes & Co Ltd | Unit 3, 63-69 Carolgate | 633 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Retford Cricket Club CRICKET FIELD LANE | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| Shapes Health & Fitness (Closed) 8A 8A EXCHANGE STREET | health and fitness suite | 524 yd |
| Leverton Recreation Ground AVON RISE | grass pitches | 527 yd |
| Kings Park CHANCERY LANE | tennis courts | 754 yd |
| Kings Ladies Gym (Closed) Wharf Road | health and fitness suite | 774 yd |
| Retford Lawn Tennis Club RETFORD LAWN TENNIS CLUB RETFORD LAWN TENNIS CLUB HOSPITAL ROAD | tennis courts | 838 yd |
| King Edward Vi Comprehensive (Closed) Ordsall Road | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Goodbodys Fitness Centre Albert Road | health and fitness suite | 892 yd |
| Elizabeth High Comprehensive (Closed) Queen Street | grass pitches | 1,022 yd |
| Retford Squash Club RETFORD SQUASH CLUB RETFORD SQUASH CLUB ALBERT ROAD | squash courts | 1,037 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% |
| Median download speed | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.56 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.56 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.81 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.