Hawfinch Meadows is in Retford and in Bassetlaw district. DN22 7ZS is located in the East Retford North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bassetlaw. This postcode has been in use since 2018-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hawfinch Meadows, Retford, DN22 7ZS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN22 7YZ, DN22 7TX, DN22 7ZD, DN22 7LG, DN22 7LA, DN22 7LB, DN22 7JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN22 7ZS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.8% | 51.1% | -6.7% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 42.2% | 48.9% | 6.7% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DN22 7ZS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.3% | 21.3% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 59.7% | 6.9% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 8% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 20.9% | 8.8% | -12.1% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 43.1% | 46.8% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 12.3% | -7.1% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 1.7% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 26.6% | 11.6% | -15.0% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 9.9% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12.2% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.4% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 22.2% | 13.3% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 34.9% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.2% | 95.1% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 96.5% | 96.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 96.3% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 1.7% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.8% | 76.7% | 15.1% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 66.8% | 46.2% | 20.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hawfinch Meadows was 113.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.1% higher than the East Retford North average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Hawfinch Meadows has the 7th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in East Retford North and the 96th highest crime rate of 384 local areas in Bassetlaw .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Hawfinch Meadows, Retford, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2025-05-30 | £539,931 |
| 6 Hawfinch Meadows, Retford, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2023-09-15 | £554,045 |
| 12 Hawfinch Meadows, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-04-06 | £277,134 |
| 49 Hawfinch Meadows, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, a newly built property | £185,000 | 2021-05-28 | £224,585 |
| 47 Hawfinch Meadows, Retford, Nottinghamshire Terraced, a newly built property | £205,000 | 2021-04-30 | £248,865 |
DN22 7ZS 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 7ZS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 130 |
| Retired | 117 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School Tiln Lane , DN22 6SW | 2out of 4 | 809 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Church of England Primary Academy Grove Street , DN22 6LD | 3out of 4 | 916 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Babworth Road , DN22 7BP | 3out of 4 | 946 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallcroft Infant and Nursery School Whitaker Close , DN22 7QH | 3out of 4 | 973 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ordsall Primary School Ordsall Road , DN22 7SL | 2out of 4 | 2,053 yd | Community school | 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 | 559 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Retford Oaks Academy Babworth Road , DN22 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,157 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 | 1,174 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leaky Teacup Ltd | 25 Bridgegate, Retford | 432 yd | |
| The Hub | 11 Churchgate, Retford | 445 yd | |
| Potato Oven Retford Ltd | 35 Churchgate, Retford | 445 yd | |
| The Hideaway | 1 Bridgegate Centre, Bridgegate | 504 yd | |
| Dante's Italian | 1-3, Bridgegate | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retford Cricket & Sports Club | Retford Cricket Club, Cricket Field Lane | 285 yd | |
| Retford Bowling Green Ltd | Retford Bowling Green, Hallcroft Road | 305 yd | |
| Galway Arms | 64 Bridgegate, Retford | 398 yd | |
| Black Boy | The Black Boy, 14 Moorgate | 410 yd | |
| Vine Inn | 13 Churchgate, Retford | 445 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong House | 55 Moorgate, Retford | 435 yd | |
| Hallcroft Fish Bar | 80 Hallcroft Road, Retford | 440 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 7 Churchgate, Retford | 445 yd | |
| Lucky Days | 20 Bridgegate, Retford | 452 yd | |
| China Kitchen | 16 Churchgate, Retford | 463 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket & Cafe | Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited, Idle Valley Road | 243 yd | |
| Home Bargains | 29-33 Moorgate, Retford | 439 yd | |
| U MISIA EUROPEAN STORE | Former Unit 6, Bridgegate | 499 yd | |
| Iceland Foodstore | Spa Road, Retford | 817 yd | |
| Poundland | 57-61 Carolgate, Retford | 872 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Retford Cricket Club CRICKET FIELD LANE | grass pitches | 242 yd |
| Retford Lawn Tennis Club RETFORD LAWN TENNIS CLUB RETFORD LAWN TENNIS CLUB HOSPITAL ROAD | tennis courts | 635 yd |
| Shapes Health & Fitness (Closed) 8A 8A EXCHANGE STREET | health and fitness suite | 699 yd |
| The Elizabethan Academy HALLCROFT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 826 yd |
| Kings Park CHANCERY LANE | tennis courts | 847 yd |
| Kings Ladies Gym (Closed) Wharf Road | health and fitness suite | 961 yd |
| Leverton Recreation Ground AVON RISE | grass pitches | 962 yd |
| Elizabeth High Comprehensive (Closed) Queen Street | grass pitches | 966 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School BABWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,015 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 198.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 31.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.