Lower Oakham Way is in Mansfield and in Mansfield district. NG18 5BY is located in the Oakham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mansfield. This postcode has been in use since 1994-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Oakham Way, Mansfield, NG18 5BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG18 5BY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% 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 | 53.6% | 55.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 46.4% | 44.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 NG18 5BY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% 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 | 19.4% | 21.8% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 59.9% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 8.7% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 8.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 49.6% | 50.4% | 0.8% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 33% | 4.6% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 12.2% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.8% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 0.6% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 15.6% | 13.9% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 6.3% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 14.3% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 21.6% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 36.2% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 93.3% | 93.3% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 93.9% | 94.2% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 95.3% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.6% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Oakham Way was 134.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 177.7% higher than the Berry Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lower Oakham Way has the 5th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Berry Hill and the 86th highest crime rate of 317 local areas in Mansfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 Coverdale Point Lower Oakham Way, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £539,650 | 2024-05-01 | £513,074 |
| Unit 9 Lower Oakham Way, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2019-08-15 | £760,179 |
| 4 Lower Oakham Way, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2018-01-31 | £274,480 |
| Unit 2 Coverdale Point Lower Oakham Way, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2016-08-22 | £497,188 |
NG18 5BY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NG18 5BY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Nursery Centre Off Abbey Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7LN | - not rated | 3,486 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Nursery Centre Westbourne View , NG17 2HT | - not rated | 4,020 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Road First and Nursery School Moor Lane , NG18 5SF | - not rated | 1,457 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor Lane First School Moor Lane , NG18 5SF | - not rated | 1,457 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Road Primary School Moor Lane , NG18 5SF | 3out of 4 | 1,489 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Road Primary School Moor Lane , NG18 5SF | - not rated | 1,489 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Oakham Primary School Nottingham Road , NG18 4SH | 3out of 4 | 1,527 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vision Studio School Chesterfield Road South , NG19 7BB | - not rated | 2,668 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC Comprehensive School Broomhill Lane , NG19 6BW | - not rated | 2,876 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Catholic Voluntary Academy Broomhill Lane , NG19 6BW | 3out of 4 | 2,876 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Centre Community College High Pavement , NG17 1EE | - not rated | 3,287 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Community Academy High Pavement , NG17 1EE | 3out of 4 | 3,287 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Oakham Middle School Nottingham Road , NG18 4SH | - not rated | 1,527 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Middle School St John Street , NG18 1QH | - not rated | 2,359 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumberlands Middle School Townroe Drive , NG19 6JN | - not rated | 2,621 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethel Wainwright Middle School Westfield Close , Westfield Lane NG19 6BE | - not rated | 2,658 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Berry Hill Middle School Black Scotch Lane , NG18 4JW | - not rated | 3,250 yd | Community 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 | 1,906 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redgate Primary Academy Somersall Street , NG19 6EL | 3out of 4 | 2,417 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redgate School Somersall Street , NG19 6EL | - not rated | 2,417 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Learning Centre Westfield Lane , Mansfield NG19 6AH | - not rated | 2,550 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bridgford High School West Hill Drive , West Bridgford NG18 1PL | - not rated | 2,674 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| R.E.A.L. Independent Schools Mansfield 6 Woodhouse Road , NG18 2AD | - not rated | 2,876 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dine Contract Catering Ltd | 40 Lower Oakham Way, Mansfield | 2 yd | |
| Exel Technology Group Ltd | 1 Melton Way, Mansfield | 353 yd | |
| The Bakers Shop & Cafe Ltd | Unit 13 Maun Close, Hermitage Lane | 551 yd | |
| Sarahs Kitchen | Hamilton Way, Mansfield | 578 yd | |
| Bleak Hills Lanes Fishery | Bleak Hills Lane, Mansfield | 805 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Store and Petrol Filling Station | Sutton Road, Mansfield | 1,062 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 | 10.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 10.0% |
| 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 | 58.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.