West Gate is in Mansfield and in Mansfield district. NG18 1SL is located in the Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mansfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Gate, Mansfield, NG18 1SL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG18 1RR, NG18 1RU, NG18 1RS, NG18 1RT, NG18 1NY, NG18 1PL, NG18 1PQ, NG18 1RY, NG18 1BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG18 1SL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 45.9% | 48.1% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 54.1% | 51.9% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 34.4% | 35.9% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.5% | 37.5% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -6.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 16.4% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 7.3% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.3% | 37.6% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 33% | 32.9% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 21.6% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 8.9% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 5.9% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
In the area around NG18 1SL this area, 29.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 29.7% | 3.6% | 18.2% | 11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 11.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 11.1% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 18.3% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 21.8% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.9% | -4.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.8% | 0.2% | -2.6% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93.2% | 93% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 11.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 78.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 78.5% | -12.7% | 83.2% | -4.7% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 15.7% | 10.9% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 3.3% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 78.7% | -12.2% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 5.9% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 5.9% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 5.2% | 1.2% | 1.9% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.9% | 76.7% | -16.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 6.3% | 0.9% | 5.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.4% | 37.2% | 10.2% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Gate was 1832.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 906.7% higher than the Bancroft average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Gate has the 2nd highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Bancroft and the 2nd highest crime rate of 318 local areas in Mansfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 761.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 52 - 54 West Gate, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2016-06-01 | £332,276 |
| 52 - 54 West Gate, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2016-06-01 | £530,228 |
NG18 1SL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 126 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Other | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy Rosemary Street , NG19 6AA | 3out of 4 | 478 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansfield Primary Academy Newgate Lane , NG18 2LB | 3out of 4 | 976 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Road Primary School Moor Lane , NG18 5SF | 3out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Primary School & Nursery St Andrew Street , Littleworth NG18 2RG | 2out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wainwright Primary Academy Harrop White Road , NG19 6TF | 2out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth's Academy Chesterfield Road South , NG19 7AP | 2out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brunts Academy The Park , NG18 2AT | 3out of 4 | 1,227 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic Voluntary Academy Broomhill Lane , NG19 6BW | 3out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Samworth Church Academy Sherwood Hall Road , NG18 2DY | 3out of 4 | 2,151 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manor Academy Park Hall Road , Mansfield Woodhouse NG19 8QA | 3out of 4 | 3,149 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Nottinghamshire College Derby Road , NG18 5BH | - not rated | 3,063 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REAL Alternative Provision School 6 Woodhouse Road , NG18 2AD | - not rated | 471 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| APTCOO - A Place to Call Our Own Unit 15 , Botany Commercial Park NG18 5NF | - not rated | 894 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beech Academy Fairholme Drive , NG19 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,415 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redgate Primary Academy Somersall Street , NG19 6EL | 1out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saville House School 11 Church Street , Mansfield Woodhouse NG19 8AH | - not rated | 2,215 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pop n Roll Desserts Ltd | 51 West Gate, Mansfield | 35 yd | |
| Cafe Silver Ltd | 39a West Gate, Mansfield | 47 yd | |
| El Bees Cafe Serya Limited | 45 West Gate, Mansfield | 49 yd | |
| Mrs B's Libary Cafe | West Gate, Mansfield | 80 yd | |
| Sensational Treats & Sweets | 69 West Gate, Mansfield | 85 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn | 70 West Gate, Mansfield | 64 yd | |
| The Stag and Pheasant | 30 Clumber Street, Mansfield | 164 yd | |
| The Garrison | 19 Leeming Street, Mansfield | 237 yd | |
| Green Dragon | 13-15 Leeming Street, Mansfield | 237 yd | |
| Rush Late Bar | 19 Clumber Street, Mansfield | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nasu Si Finu La Merdeneaua Vesela | 63 West Gate, Mansfield | 49 yd | |
| Boba Shack | 38 Four Seasons, Mansfield | 172 yd | |
| Cooplands | 39 Four Seasons, Mansfield | 172 yd | |
| Poundbakery | 29 Market Place, Mansfield | 222 yd | |
| Ohannes Burger | 45d Leeming Street, Mansfield | 276 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 10-14 West Gate, Mansfield | 116 yd | |
| Heron Foods Ltd | 40 West Gate, Mansfield | 116 yd | |
| Fresh Shop | 33 Midworth Street, Mansfield | 498 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Station Street, Mansfield | 510 yd | |
| Asda | 7 Bancroft Lane, Mansfield | 533 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Body & Soul 2A 2A HANDLEY ARCADE | health and fitness suite | 299 yd |
| Bridge Street Methodist Church BRIDGE STREET METHODIST CHURCH BRIDGE STREET METHODIST CHURCH BRIDGE STREET | 556 yd | |
| St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy ROSEMARY STREET | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Mansfield Leisure Centre (Closed) Chesterfield Road South | squash courts | 582 yd |
| Carr Bank Park Bath Lane | tennis courts | 693 yd |
| Water Meadows Swimming & Fitness Complex TITCHFIELD PARK TITCHFIELD PARK BATH STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 796 yd |
| Mansfield Primary Academy NEWGATE LANE | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| Chesterfield Road Recreation Ground MOUNT STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Fitness Flex Mansfield PORTLAND STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 954 yd |
| World Physiques Gym UNIT 2A UNIT 2A BOTANY AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 1,028 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.