Kelham Lane is in Newark and in Newark And Sherwood district. NG24 1DW is located in the Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newark. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kelham Lane, Newark, NG24 1DW 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 NG24 1DW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 49% | 52.4% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 51% | 47.6% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 36% | 38% | 2.0% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40% | 34.8% | -5.2% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 16% | 14.5% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 9% | 4.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.5% | 49.3% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 34% | 32.2% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 12% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 NG24 1DW this area, 37.7% 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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 37.7% | 10.2% | 18.2% | 19.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 11.2% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.5% | 8.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.3% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 13.5% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 20.6% | -7.9% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 14% | 2.2% | -11.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 80.5% | 74.3% | -6.2% | 81.4% | -7.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 5.8% | 14.9% | 9.1% | 0.1% | 14.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.2% | 4.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 85.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 85.8% | 9.5% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 14.1% | 13.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.6% | 0% | -6.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73.9% | 85.8% | 11.9% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 10.4% | 2.9% | -7.5% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.9% | 1.8% | -6.1% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 5.5% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 9.1% | 0.9% | 8.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20% | 13.5% | 6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.1% | 37.2% | -12.1% |
| Christian | 70.2% | 46.2% | 24.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kelham Lane was 90.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.6% lower than the Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Kelham Lane has the 12th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Bridge and the 115th highest crime rate of 436 local areas in Newark and Sherwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northways House, 2 Kelham Lane, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2025-08-13 | £635,081 |
| 16 Kelham Lane, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-07-31 | £218,927 |
| 2 Kelham Lane, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-05-11 | £464,211 |
| 4 Kelham Lane, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2017-02-03 | £206,295 |
| Parkevale Kelham Lane, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2013-05-09 | £337,647 |
NG24 1DW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lovers Lane Primary and Nursery School Warburton Street , NG24 1LT | 2out of 4 | 1,592 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lovers Lane Primary and Nursery School Warburton Street , NG24 1LT | - not rated | 1,593 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount CofE Primary and Nursery School Kings Road , NG24 1EW | - not rated | 1,631 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount CofE Primary School Kings Road , NG24 1EW | - not rated | 1,631 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church C of E Primary School Flaxley Lane , Middlebeck NG24 3XB | 3out of 4 | 1,930 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Newark High School London Road , NG24 1TT | - not rated | 2,167 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilley and Stone School London Road , NG24 1TT | - not rated | 2,167 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sconce Hills High School Windsor Road , NG24 4HS | - not rated | 2,384 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newark Magdalene High School Barnby Road , NG24 1RR | - not rated | 2,741 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magnus CofE School Earp Avenue , NG24 4AB | - not rated | 2,805 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark and Sherwood College Friary Road , NG24 1PB | - not rated | 1,901 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torridon Nursery and Preparatory School Muskham Road , NG24 1DP | - not rated | 198 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newark Appletongate School Appletongate , NG24 1JR | - not rated | 1,701 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Catch 22 10 Victoria Street , NG24 4UT | - not rated | 1,911 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields School London Road , NG24 3AL | - not rated | 3,457 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newark Linden School London Road , New Balderton NG24 3AL | - not rated | 3,828 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Storey At British Sugar | British Sugar Corporation Ltd, Great North Road | 361 yd | |
| Smeatons Lakes And Caravan Park | Great North Road, South Muskham | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Rugby Club | Kelham Road, Newark On Trent | 707 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newark Rugby Football Club KELHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 709 yd |
| Newark Ransome & Marles Cricket Club KELHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 962 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 | 31.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 38.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 38.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.27 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.