The Laurels is in Retford and in Bassetlaw district. DN22 7ZG is located in the East Retford South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bassetlaw. This postcode has been in use since 2013-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Laurels, Retford, DN22 7ZG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN22 7WA, DN22 7ZH, DN22 7WE, DN22 7WH, DN22 7EE, DN22 7WL, DN22 7HS, DN22 7WJ, DN22 7US.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DN22 7ZG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 45.8% | 52.8% | 7.0% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 54.2% | 47.2% | -7.0% | 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 | 31.3% | 37.5% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 50% | -2.5% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 9.7% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 2.1% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.3% | 52% | 9.7% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 40.8% | 36.9% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 9.6% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.5% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 17.7% | 10.5% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 11.2% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 12.6% | -8.5% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 20.3% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.9% | 39.9% | 21.0% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.6% | 95.4% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 96.6% | 93.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 95.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Laurels was 90.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.0% higher than the East Retford South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Laurels has the 9th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in East Retford South and the 116th highest crime rate of 384 local areas in Bassetlaw .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Laurels, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-01-05 | £116,760 |
| 12 The Laurels, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-09-30 | £222,815 |
| 12 The Laurels, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2018-07-12 | £252,399 |
| 10 The Laurels, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2017-11-17 | £234,330 |
| 5 The Laurels, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2016-03-11 | £225,297 |
DN22 7ZG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ordsall Primary School Ordsall Road , DN22 7SL | 2out of 4 | 267 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thrumpton Primary Academy Thrumpton Close , DN22 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracken Lane Primary Academy Bracken Lane , DN22 7EU | 3out of 4 | 1,333 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Babworth Road , DN22 7BP | 3out of 4 | 1,500 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Church of England Primary Academy Grove Street , DN22 6LD | 3out of 4 | 1,531 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 | 1,405 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Elizabethan Academy Hallcroft Road , DN22 7PY | 3out of 4 | 2,490 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 | 1,390 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa | Retford Railway Station, Station Road | 752 yd | |
| Retford Golf Club Ltd | Land Within The Grounds Of, Retford Golf Club Limited | 795 yd | |
| Smoke & Ice | Unit 6, Northern Tower | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ordsall Bridon Cricket Club | Cricket Pavillion At Bridon, All Hallows Street | 150 yd | |
| Clumber Inn | Wharncliffe Road, Retford | 250 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | Thrumpton Lane, Retford | 937 yd | |
| The Albertos | 29-31 Albert Road, Retford | 1,002 yd | |
| The Brew Shed | 104-106 Carolgate, Retford | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georges Fish Bar | 5 Welbeck Road, Retford | 400 yd | |
| Thrumpton Golden Cod | 1 Thrumpton Lane, Retford | 937 yd | |
| Greggs | Spar, 40 London Road | 1,003 yd | |
| Trudys Kitchen | 86 West Carr Road, Retford | 1,025 yd | |
| West Carr Road Fisheries | Papas Fish Bar, West Carr Road | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Late Shop | 2 Welbeck Road, Retford | 272 yd | |
| Rufford Stores | Premier, 12-14 Rufford Avenue | 636 yd | |
| Lidl | London Road, Retford | 1,008 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Retford Oaks High School (Closed) Ordsall Road | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| Thrumpton Primary School THRUMPTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 546 yd |
| Goosemoor Recreation Ground ADRIANS WALK | grass pitches | 588 yd |
| The Oval Playing Field BLUE ALBION STREET | grass pitches | 825 yd |
| Retford Golf Club Ltd BRECKS ROAD | golf | 867 yd |
| Whitehouses Road Whitehouses Road | grass pitches | 890 yd |
| East Retford Rufc Ordsall Road | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Retford Squash Club RETFORD SQUASH CLUB RETFORD SQUASH CLUB ALBERT ROAD | squash courts | 945 yd |
| Goodbodys Fitness Centre Albert Road | health and fitness suite | 1,033 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 | 70.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.