Cockle Close is in Mansfield and in Mansfield district. NG18 4GA is located in the Racecourse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mansfield. This postcode has been in use since 2003-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cockle Close, Mansfield, NG18 4GA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG18 3GL, NG18 4HB, NG18 3JY, NG18 4HG, NG18 3GR, NG18 4HD, NG18 4HA, NG18 4FE, NG18 4EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG18 4GA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 56.7% | 53.2% | -3.5% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 43.3% | 46.8% | 3.5% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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% | 35.7% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 42.3% | 0.8% | 44.2% | -1.9% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 1.8% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 14.5% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 12% | 5.7% | -6.3% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 42.9% | 40.6% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 26.9% | 32.4% | 5.5% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 16.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 7.9% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 39.6% | 23.9% | -15.7% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.8% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.7% | 16.8% | 7.1% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.8% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 17.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 23.5% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.2% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 92.9% | 92.8% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 5.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| 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 | 92.2% | 92.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.7% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.8% | 76.7% | -10.9% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 29.1% | 13.5% | 15.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cockle Close was 190.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.9% higher than the Carr Bank average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cockle Close has the 18th highest crime rate of 73 local areas in Carr Bank and the 59th highest crime rate of 317 local areas in Mansfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Cockle Close, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-06-26 | £105,217 |
| 15 Cockle Close, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2022-05-27 | £85,725 |
| 11 Cockle Close, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £83,500 | 2021-11-30 | £86,518 |
| 8 Cockle Close, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2021-03-26 | £96,726 |
| 4 Cockle Close, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2020-10-23 | £384,230 |
NG18 4GA 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wynndale Primary School Wynndale Drive , NG18 3NY | 3out of 4 | 614 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wynndale First School Wynndale Drive , NG18 3NY | - not rated | 614 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berry Hill First and Nursery School Black Scotch Lane , NG18 4JW | - not rated | 664 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berry Hill Primary School Black Scotch Lane , NG18 4JW | 3out of 4 | 664 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greggs Mill First and Asquith Nursery School Asquith Street , NG18 3DG | - not rated | 816 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samworth Church Academy Sherwood Hall Road , NG18 2DY | - not rated | 1,380 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherwood Hall School and Sixth Form College Sherwood Hall Road , NG18 2DY | - not rated | 1,380 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherwood Hall Upper School Stuart Avenue , Forest Town NG19 0AB | - not rated | 1,669 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brunts School The Park , Park Avenue NG18 2AT | - not rated | 2,267 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brunts Academy The Park , NG18 2AT | 2out of 4 | 2,267 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berry Hill Middle School Black Scotch Lane , NG18 4JW | - not rated | 664 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill Ridge Middle School Abbey Road , NG18 3AF | - not rated | 988 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ravensdale Middle School Ravensdale Road , NG18 2DR | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Oakham Middle School Nottingham Road , NG18 4SH | - not rated | 1,890 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Middle School St John Street , NG18 1QH | - not rated | 2,604 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,319 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizons Academy Ravensdale Road , NG18 2DP | - not rated | 1,527 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| R.E.A.L. Independent Schools Mansfield 6 Woodhouse Road , NG18 2AD | - not rated | 2,158 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bridgford High School West Hill Drive , West Bridgford NG18 1PL | - not rated | 2,224 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Dawn House School Helmsley Road , Rainworth NG21 0DQ | - not rated | 2,954 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Learning Centre Westfield Lane , Mansfield NG19 6AH | - not rated | 3,104 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No 5 Bistro | 4-5 Madeline Court, Mansfield | 833 yd | |
| Debs Diner | 1 Ling Forest Court, Mansfield | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Street Social Club | 2-4 Smith Street, Mansfield | 670 yd | |
| The Pavilion | Epsom Street, Mansfield | 688 yd | |
| Reindeer Inn | 17 Southwell Road West, Mansfield | 720 yd | |
| Bannatynes Health Club | Briar Lane, Mansfield | 774 yd | |
| The Oak Tree Inn | 245 Southwell Road West, Mansfield | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Pearl | 101b Southwell Road West, Mansfield | 243 yd | |
| Barn Lane Chippy | 2a Crown Street, Mansfield | 623 yd | |
| Fresko | 2 Madeline Court, Mansfield | 825 yd | |
| Clay Oven Tandoori | 3a Madeline Court, Mansfield | 825 yd | |
| 1st Class Pizza | 68-70 Carter Lane, Mansfield | 840 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Race Course Park Epsom Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 497 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Mansfield) BRIAR LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 565 yd |
| King George V Park Golf Course NORTH PARK | golf, grass pitches | 1,034 yd |
| Berry Hill Track Litchfield Lane | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,080 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 | 38.9% |
| 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 | 64.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.