The Furrows is in Rainworth, Mansfield and in Newark And Sherwood district. NG21 0UH is located in the Rainworth North & Rufford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sherwood. This postcode has been in use since 2011-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Furrows, Rainworth, Mansfield, NG21 0UH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG21 0GY, NG21 0HN, NG21 0LA, NG21 0LB, NG21 0LD, NG21 0HX, NG21 0HU, NG21 0HT, NG21 0LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG21 0UH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 45.1% | 49.9% | 4.8% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 54.9% | 50.1% | -4.8% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 | 38.9% | 36.8% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 45.7% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 3.5% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 12.8% | 6.0% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 0.7% | -8.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
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 | 37.2% | 48.7% | 11.5% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 33.9% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 25.6% | 13.6% | -12.0% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.2% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.9% | 14.9% | -24.0% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 11.4% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 18.8% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.9% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 23.8% | 14.0% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 22% | 11.8% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 4.9% | 1.2% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.1% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 95% | 94.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.6% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.4% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.9% | 37.2% | 25.7% |
| Christian | 29.3% | 46.2% | -16.9% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Furrows was 458.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 444.8% higher than the Rainworth North & Rufford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Furrows has the 2nd highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Rainworth North & Rufford and the 9th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Newark and Sherwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 346.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Furrows, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-09-02 | £232,553 |
| 2 The Furrows, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2022-06-30 | £261,453 |
| 2 The Furrows, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2022-06-30 | £261,453 |
| 5 The Furrows, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2022-05-13 | £226,777 |
| 4 The Furrows, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2017-10-27 | £211,746 |
NG21 0UH 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 | 207 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Python Hill Academy Kirklington Road , Rainworth NG21 0JZ | 1out of 4 | 609 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lake View Primary and Nursery School Rainworth Water Road , Rainworth NG21 0DU | 3out of 4 | 1,695 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blidworth Oaks Primary School Haywood Avenue , Blidworth NG21 0RE | 3out of 4 | 2,453 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathlands Primary School Ransom Road , Rainworth NG21 0DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,502 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Tree Primary School Jubilee Way North , NG18 3PJ | 1out of 4 | 4,380 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Joseph Whitaker School Warsop Lane , Rainworth NG21 0AG | 3out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Garibaldi School Forest Town , NG19 0JX | 3out of 4 | 5,460 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawn House School Helmsley Road , Rainworth NG21 0DQ | 4out of 4 | 2,536 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| R.E.A.L Independent Schools The Old Fire Station , Mansfield Road NG21 0PN | - not rated | 2,814 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgtastic Food | The Sherwood Inn, Kirklington Road | 152 yd | |
| The Lurcher Public House | Westbrook Drive, Rainworth | 691 yd | |
| The Venue | Potters Club, Kirklington Road | 935 yd | |
| The Inkpot Partnership | Kirklington Road, Rainworth | 954 yd | |
| Rainworth Miners Welfare Club | Kirklington Road, Rainworth | 954 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainworth Fish Bar | 15 Sherwood Parade, Kirklington Road | 547 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Python Hill Academy KIRKLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 638 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.