Valley Road is in Bilsthorpe, Newark and in Newark And Sherwood district. NG22 8QH is located in the Bilsthorpe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sherwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Valley Road, Bilsthorpe, Newark, NG22 8QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG22 8QL, NG22 8QJ, NG22 8QG, NG22 8QQ, NG22 8RB, NG22 8RL, NG22 8RE, NG22 8QB, NG22 8QY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG22 8QH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 52.9% | 47.9% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 47.1% | 52.1% | 5.0% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 29.3% | 33.2% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 41% | -3.7% | 44.2% | -3.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 13.3% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 (64.5%) 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 | 38.2% | 29.1% | -9.1% | 48.4% | -19.3% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 35.4% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 23.2% | 5.7% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 9.8% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 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.
In the area around NG22 8QH this area, 32.3% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.8% | 32.3% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 12.8% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 18.3% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 13.2% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 14.8% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 6.1% | 1.6% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 99.6% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.8% | 96.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.7% | 76.7% | -9.0% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 29.1% | 13.5% | 15.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Valley Road was 172.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.4% higher than the Bilsthorpe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Valley Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bilsthorpe and the 44th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Newark and Sherwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 348.1%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Valley Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-11-10 | £176,558 |
| Bilsthorpe Methodist Church Valley Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2023-07-07 | £75,368 |
| 15 Valley Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2014-05-15 | £190,754 |
| 9 Valley Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2012-09-14 | £111,602 |
| 6 Valley Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2010-03-26 | £131,281 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy Crompton Road , Bilsthorpe NG22 8PS | 3out of 4 | 569 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnsfield St Michael's Church of England Primary School Branston Avenue , NG22 8JZ | 3out of 4 | 4,625 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirklington Primary School School Lane , Kirklington NG22 8NG | 3out of 4 | 5,278 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wings School Notts Main Street , Kirklington NG22 8NB | - not rated | 5,300 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Centre | Burton Court, Scarborough Road | 525 yd | |
| Highways Depot | Eakring Road, Bilsthorpe | 620 yd | |
| The Limes Cafe | Old Rufford Road, Bilsthorpe | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton Arms Public House | Mickledale Lane, Bilsthorpe | 267 yd | |
| Bilsthorpe Miners Welfare | The Crescent, Bilsthorpe | 338 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Kebab And Pizza | 2 The Crescent, Bilsthorpe | 407 yd | |
| Antonios Fishbar | 3 The Crescent, Bilsthorpe | 411 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bilsthorpe Sports Ground (Bilsthorpe Fc) Eakring Road | grass pitches | 327 yd |
| Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy CROMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 514 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.