Wharf Road is in Pinxton, Nottingham and in Bolsover district. NG16 6PB is located in the Pinxton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolsover. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wharf Road, Pinxton, Nottingham, NG16 6PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG16 6RX, NG16 6PP, NG16 6PA, NG16 6PL, NG16 6PD, NG16 6NZ, NG16 6PE, NG16 6NY, NG16 6PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG16 6PB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 48.9% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 51.4% | 51.1% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 33% | 39.3% | 6.3% | 37.9% | 1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 34.9% | -6.9% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 3.9% | 1.7% | -2.2% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 4.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 13.2% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 7% | 5.8% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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% | 40.6% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 33.9% | -6.7% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 19.9% | 5.3% | 12.7% | 7.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34% | 24.7% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 10.8% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 20.7% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.8% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 18.3% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 15.9% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| White | 95.4% | 94.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 94.6% | 96.7% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 96.1% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 31% | 13.5% | 17.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.9% | 37.2% | 18.7% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wharf Road was 130.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.6% higher than the Pinxton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wharf Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Pinxton and the 45th highest crime rate of 249 local areas in Bolsover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 98.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Wharf Road, Nottingham, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-04-17 | £130,000 |
| 8 Wharf Road, Nottingham, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,500 | 2019-09-27 | £141,999 |
| 32 Wharf Road, Nottingham, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2019-06-06 | £141,842 |
| 50 Wharf Road, Nottingham, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2018-07-27 | £109,472 |
| 42 Wharf Road, Nottingham, Derbyshire Terraced, an established residential building | £79,000 | 2016-10-21 | £131,830 |
NG16 6PB 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 | 124 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 720 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Normanton Nursery School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 4out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Nursery School Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 4out of 4 | 4,720 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood Infant Academy Wharf Road , NG16 6PA | 4out of 4 | 128 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkstead Junior Academy Kirkstead Road , NG16 6NA | 1out of 4 | 681 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John King Infant Academy Church Street West , NG16 6NB | 3out of 4 | 897 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston CofE Infant and Nursery School Nottingham Road , Selston NG16 6DH | 4out of 4 | 2,188 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe Junior School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 3out of 4 | 2,334 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 2out of 4 | 1,658 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston High School Chapel Road , Selston NG16 6BW | 3out of 4 | 2,159 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| David Nieper Academy Grange Street , DE55 7JA | 2out of 4 | 4,426 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 4,863 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pollyteach Limited The Gables Farm (Bleak Hall) , Off Beauvale Roade NG17 9FW | - not rated | 4,233 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick School and Sports College Hayes Lane , Swanwick DE55 1AR | 4out of 4 | 4,952 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Watchorn Christian School 2,Derby Road , Alfreton DE55 7AQ | - not rated | 5,036 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alfreton Park Community Special School Alfreton Park , Wingfield Road DE55 7AL | 3out of 4 | 5,316 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookhill Cafe | Brookhill Road, Pinxton | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinxton Welfare Social Club | Wharf Road, Pinxton | 156 yd | |
| The Boat Inn | Boat Inn, Alexander Terrace | 450 yd | |
| The Headstocks | 47 Wharf Road, Pinxton | 450 yd | |
| The Hop | 21A Wilson Street, Pinxton | 699 yd | |
| The Railway Inn | Station Road | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venezia Pizza | 93 Wharf Road, Pinxton | 450 yd | |
| HK97 | 95 Wharf Road, Pinxton | 560 yd | |
| Blue Pearl Fishbar | 65 Victoria Road, Pinxton | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co Operative Food | 146 Wharf Road, Pinxton | 646 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pinxton Miners Welfare Sports Ground Wharf Road | grass pitches | 402 yd |
| Pinxton Tops Football Pitch CHURCH STREET WEST | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Kirkstead Junior Academy KIRKSTEAD ROAD | grass pitches | 662 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 163.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.