Welfare Close is in Shirebrook, Mansfield and in Bolsover district. NG20 8BZ is located in the Shirebrook South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bolsover. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Welfare Close, Shirebrook, Mansfield, NG20 8BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG20 8BY, NG20 8BD, NG20 8BB, NG20 8FL, NG20 8DH, NG20 8BA, NG20 8DJ, NG20 8BJ, NG20 8BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG20 8BZ 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 | 50.3% | 51.5% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.5% | -1.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of NG20 8BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% 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 | 27.8% | 24.9% | -2.9% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 61.4% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6% | 3.9% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -5.2% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.4% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 43.4% | 40.9% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 32.1% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 18.5% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 6.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 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.
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 23% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 10.1% | -8.1% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 16.7% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 11.5% | 6.9% | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 17.1% | 1.9% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 18.8% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 6% | 2.8% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 98.5% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 100% | 91.5% | -8.5% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 100% | 91.2% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Romania | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Welfare Close was 21.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.2% lower than the Ault Hucknall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Welfare Close has the 11th lowest crime rate of 79 local areas in Ault Hucknall and the 21st lowest crime rate of 249 local areas in Bolsover .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% 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 Welfare Close, Mansfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-07-05 | £217,624 |
| 3 Welfare Close, Mansfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-09-14 | £118,404 |
| 6 Welfare Close, Mansfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2023-06-19 | £153,221 |
| 1 Welfare Close, Mansfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-08-05 | £167,872 |
| 22 Welfare Close, Mansfield, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2022-01-31 | £168,140 |
NG20 8BZ 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Mining and quarrying | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model Village Primary School Central Drive , Shirebrook NG20 8BQ | - not rated | 483 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park Infant & Nursery School Orchard Close , Park Road NG20 8JX | 3out of 4 | 788 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park Junior School Orchard Close , NG20 8JX | 3out of 4 | 788 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Langwith Road , Langwith Junction NG20 9RP | 4out of 4 | 1,173 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Primary School Burlington Avenue , Langwith Junction NG20 9AD | 3out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirebrook Academy Common Lane , Shirebrook NG20 8QF | 2out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Manor Academy Park Hall Road , Mansfield Woodhouse NG19 8QA | 3out of 4 | 4,419 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bolsover School Mooracre Lane , Bolsover S44 6XA | 3out of 4 | 5,034 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meden School Burns Lane , Warsop NG20 0QN | 3out of 4 | 5,358 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stubbin Wood School Common Lane , Shirebrook NG20 8QF | - not rated | 1,263 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yeoman Park Academy Park Hall Road , Mansfield Woodhouse NG19 8PS | 4out of 4 | 4,692 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saville House School 11 Church Street , Mansfield Woodhouse NG19 8AH | - not rated | 4,989 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Community Church And Centre | 20 Main Street, Shirebrook | 305 yd | |
| Hole In The Wall | Carters Cafe, Carter Lane Community Centre | 388 yd | |
| Coffizz | 1 King Edward Street, Shirebrook | 527 yd | |
| Salvation Army | 72 Patchwork Row, Shirebrook | 535 yd | |
| Shirebrook Leisure Centre | Park Road, Shirebrook | 542 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirebrook Miners Welfare Institute | Shirebrook Miners Welfare Institute Miners Table, Central Drive | 109 yd | |
| The Old Bank | 75A Main Street, Shirebrook | 309 yd | |
| Shirebrook Ex Serviceman's Club | Shirebrook Ex Servicemens Club, Carter Lane | 389 yd | |
| Carter Lane Working Mens Club | Carter Lane, Shirebrook | 438 yd | |
| The Gate Inn | King Edward Street, Shirebrook | 499 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chef Peking | 16 Church Drive, Shirebrook | 253 yd | |
| The Hot Stuff | 8 Main Street, Shirebrook | 408 yd | |
| Indigo Indian Restaurant | 45 - 47 Main Street, Shirebrook | 426 yd | |
| Kings Garden | 36 Patchwork Row, Shirebrook | 486 yd | |
| Variety Island | 3 King Edward Street, Shirebrook | 499 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Carter Lane, Shirebrook | 389 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | The Co-operative, Victoria Street | 530 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Foodstore, 8 Portland Road | 605 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shirebrook Leisure Centre PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 629 yd |
| Park Road Recreation Ground PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Warren Terrace Recreation Ground COMMON LANE | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Model Village Sports Ground VALE DRIVE | grass pitches | 956 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Academy LANGWITH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,034 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 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 | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.