Richard Street is in Retford and in Bassetlaw district. DN22 7EJ 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 Richard Street, Retford, DN22 7EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN22 7EF, DN22 7EG, DN22 7EL, DN22 7AU, DN22 7EQ, DN22 7EN, DN22 7EB, DN22 7EW, DN22 7EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN22 7EJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 54.9% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 47.7% | 45.1% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 27.9% | 29.8% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 49.8% | -6.0% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7.9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 11.6% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 40.3% | 39.8% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -8.6% |
| Good health | 42.2% | 37.3% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 18% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 24.2% | 21.2% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 12.3% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 10.8% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 13.7% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 31.6% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.6% | 95.5% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
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 | 98.1% | 95.5% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 95.5% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.7% | 13.5% | 6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 59.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Richard Street was 34.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.1% lower than the East Retford East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Richard Street has the 11th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in East Retford East and the 111th lowest crime rate of 384 local areas in Bassetlaw .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Richard Street, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-10-30 | £126,125 |
| 23 Richard Street, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-02-21 | £247,478 |
| 15 Richard Street, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-02-15 | £152,406 |
| 2 Richard Street, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2021-03-29 | £94,404 |
| 24 Richard Street, Retford, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-02-19 | £145,256 |
DN22 7EJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 7EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bracken Lane Primary Academy Bracken Lane , DN22 7EU | 3out of 4 | 441 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thrumpton Primary Academy Thrumpton Close , DN22 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 682 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Church of England Primary Academy Grove Street , DN22 6LD | 3out of 4 | 835 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ordsall Primary School Ordsall Road , DN22 7SL | 2out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Babworth Road , DN22 7BP | 3out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retford Oaks Academy Babworth Road , DN22 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,848 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elizabethan Academy Hallcroft Road , DN22 7PY | 3out of 4 | 2,290 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,846 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smoke & Ice | Unit 6, Northern Tower | 579 yd | |
| Taste | 2 New Street, Retford | 878 yd | |
| Cohesion | 3 New Street, Retford | 893 yd | |
| The Orchard Cafe & Tea Room | 5 Glasby Square, Retford | 911 yd | |
| Deli & Dine | 80 Carolgate, Retford | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sun Inn | Thrumpton Lane, Retford | 751 yd | |
| The Brew Shed | 104-106 Carolgate, Retford | 763 yd | |
| The Packet Inn | Bescoby Street, Retford | 779 yd | |
| The Albertos | 29-31 Albert Road, Retford | 832 yd | |
| Grove Mill Snooker Hall | Snooker Hall, Grove Mill | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Spar, 40 London Road | 450 yd | |
| Open Kitchen | 24A London Road, Retford | 611 yd | |
| Thrumpton Golden Cod | 1 Thrumpton Lane, Retford | 751 yd | |
| Chinese Chef | 15 Albert Road, Retford | 761 yd | |
| The Saucy Pizza Co | 102 Carolgate, Retford | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | London Road, Retford | 578 yd | |
| Aldi Foodstores Ltd | Aldi Stores Limited 89-105, Carolgate | 886 yd | |
| W Boyes & Co Ltd | Unit 3, 63-69 Carolgate | 936 yd | |
| Poundland | 57-61 Carolgate, Retford | 951 yd | |
| Iceland Foodstore | Spa Road, Retford | 965 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Playing Fields Caledonian Road | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 84 yd |
| King Edward Vi Comprehensive (Closed) Ordsall Road | grass pitches | 633 yd |
| Thrumpton Primary School THRUMPTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 715 yd |
| Goodbodys Fitness Centre Albert Road | health and fitness suite | 751 yd |
| Goosemoor Recreation Ground ADRIANS WALK | grass pitches | 858 yd |
| Kings Ladies Gym (Closed) Wharf Road | health and fitness suite | 973 yd |
| Whitehouses Road Whitehouses Road | grass pitches | 1,009 yd |
| Leverton Recreation Ground AVON RISE | grass pitches | 1,018 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 | 49.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.2 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.