Main Street is in Weston, Newark and in Newark And Sherwood district. NG23 6ST is located in the Sutton-on-Trent electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newark. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Main Street, Weston, Newark, NG23 6ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG23 6SB, NG23 6SY, NG23 6SW, NG23 6SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG23 6ST has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 50.6% | 50% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 21.2% | 31.1% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.5% | 49.9% | -10.6% | 44.2% | 5.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 11.8% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 6.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 50.1% | 48.5% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 34.6% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 13.6% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 19.8% | 17.9% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 7.8% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 13.3% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.5% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 20.2% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 32.9% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 97.5% | 94.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.1% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 59% | 46.2% | 12.8% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Street was 33.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.6% lower than the Boughton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Main Street has the 21st lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Boughton and the 148th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Newark and Sherwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairngorm Main Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2023-09-22 | £179,194 |
| Dovecote House Main Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-07-28 | £483,645 |
| The Cottage Main Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2021-07-27 | £425,753 |
| Low Croft Main Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-06-30 | £447,149 |
| The Old Boot & Shoe Main Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2020-09-09 | £509,326 |
NG23 6ST area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NG23 6ST area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Mill Lane , Normanton-on-Trent NG23 6RW | 3out of 4 | 2,374 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton-On-Trent Primary and Nursery School Church Street , Sutton-on-Trent NG23 6PD | 3out of 4 | 3,703 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tuxford Primary Academy Newark Road , Tuxford NG22 0NA | 3out of 4 | 5,021 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuxford Academy Marnham Road , NG22 0JH | 4out of 4 | 4,592 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Birds Nest Coffee Lounge | Hall Farm Grain Store, Wadnall Lane | 109 yd | |
| The Great Wall | Great North Road, Weston | 161 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 | 43.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.