Pepperly Rise is in Elkesley, Retford and in Bassetlaw district. DN22 8AA is located in the Welbeck electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bassetlaw. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pepperly Rise, Elkesley, Retford, DN22 8AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DN22 8AB, DN22 8AH, DN22 8AD, DN22 8AQ, DN22 8AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DN22 8AA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 51.5% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 45.3% | 48.5% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 25.3% | 34.7% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.8% | 40.8% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 15% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 5.6% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 43.6% | 45.2% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 34.2% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 15.8% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 3.3% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 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 | 34.6% | 23.4% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 9.8% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 15.9% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 7.9% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 19.2% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.2% | 23.4% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 0.5% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.3% | 96% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 97.2% | 93.8% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 94.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.7% | 13.5% | 6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pepperly Rise was 101.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.9% higher than the Welbeck average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pepperly Rise has the 6th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Welbeck and the 108th highest crime rate of 386 local areas in Bassetlaw .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Pepperly Rise, Retford, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2014-11-07 | £301,448 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Pepperly Rise, Elkesley, Retford, DN22 8AA has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
0 of 1 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Pepperly Rise, Elkesley, Retford, DN22 8AA has very low surface water flood risk.
0 of 1 properties (0.00%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
DN22 8AA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 77 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elkesley Primary and Nursery School Headland Avenue , Elkesley DN22 8AQ | - not rated | 342 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gamston CofE (Aided) Primary School Gamston , DN22 0PE | - not rated | 3,292 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School Stanboard Lane , DN22 0PE | 3out of 4 | 3,292 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ordsall Junior School Ordsall Road , DN22 7SL | - not rated | 5,060 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ordsall Primary School Ordsall Road , DN22 7SL | 3out of 4 | 5,060 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bramcote Lorne School Gamston , DN22 0QQ | - not rated | 3,229 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Karam Secondary School Eaton Hall , DN22 0PR | - not rated | 4,362 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | Starbucks The White House, Elkesley | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Select and Save | Best One, Lawnwood Lane | 301 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Elkesley Primary And Nursery School LAWNWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Elkesley Playing Field LIME TREE ROAD | grass pitches | 539 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 with Next Generation Access (NGA) | 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% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive decent broadband from fixed or FWA | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises able to receive decent broadband from FWA | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.69 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.77 Mbit/s |
Broadband coverage statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2026 dataset. Broadband performance statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2023 postcode-level performance data.