Five Fields Close is in Retford and in Bassetlaw district. DN22 7JZ 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 Five Fields Close, Retford, DN22 7JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN22 7BF, DN22 7HU, DN22 7JD, DN22 7HQ, DN22 7HP, DN22 7HX, DN22 7JE, DN22 7HW, DN22 7HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN22 7JZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 51% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 18.7% | 28.8% | 10.1% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.6% | 49.1% | -15.5% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 8.2% | 2.8% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 9.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 46.8% | 50% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31.2% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 13.1% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 17.1% | 14.1% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 7.7% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 18.6% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 15.7% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.9% | 36.2% | -2.7% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98% | 93.1% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 95.9% | 97.9% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 97.9% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Five Fields Close was 75.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.7% lower than the East Retford East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Five Fields Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in East Retford East and the 147th highest crime rate of 386 local areas in Bassetlaw .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 29.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Five Fields Close, Retford, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £209,950 | 2006-09-08 | £347,828 |
| 6 Five Fields Close, Retford, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2005-06-02 | £308,530 |
| 2 Five Fields Close, Retford, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £97,950 | 2001-09-14 | £339,764 |
| 6 Five Fields Close, Retford, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 1996-10-28 | £311,901 |
DN22 7JZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 7JZ 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 | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bracken Lane Primary Academy Bracken Lane , DN22 7EU | 3out of 4 | 342 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracken Lane Primary and Nursery School Bracken Lane , DN22 7EU | - not rated | 342 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thrumpton Primary School Whinney Moor Lane , DN22 7AF | - not rated | 513 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thrumpton Primary Academy Thrumpton Close , DN22 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 592 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ordsall Junior School Ordsall Road , DN22 7SL | - not rated | 1,495 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King Edward VI School London Road , DN22 6AU | - not rated | 1,169 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Retford Oaks High School Babworth Road , DN22 7NJ | - not rated | 2,316 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Retford Oaks Academy Babworth Road , DN22 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ordsall Hall School Ordsall Road , DN22 7PL | - not rated | 2,380 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elizabethan High School Hallcroft Road , DN22 7PY | - not rated | 2,965 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorne House School London Road , DN22 7EB | - not rated | 578 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Karam Secondary School Eaton Hall , DN22 0PR | - not rated | 1,800 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Giles School Babworth Road , DN22 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,309 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramcote Lorne School Gamston , DN22 0QQ | - not rated | 3,670 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Spar, 40 London Road | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | London Road, Retford | 1,072 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehouses Road Whitehouses Road | grass pitches | 438 yd |
| Goosemoor Recreation Ground ADRIANS WALK | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Thrumpton Primary School THRUMPTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 609 yd |
| Oaklands Playing Fields Caledonian Road | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 678 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.