Sandhills Close is in Newark and in Newark And Sherwood district. NG24 1FH is located in the Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newark. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandhills Close, Newark, NG24 1FH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG24 1DG, NG24 1BX, NG24 1BU, NG24 1DF, NG24 1BS, NG24 1BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG24 1FH has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 47.6% | 48% | 0.4% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 52.4% | 52% | -0.4% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 33.2% | 28.6% | -4.6% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.2% | 45.1% | 0.9% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 16.5% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 7.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 46.8% | 43.2% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 36.6% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 15% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 21.2% | 21% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 9.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 11.7% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 18.5% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 30.2% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 8.2% | 2% | -6.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 93.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 91.9% | 93.3% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 6.9% | 4% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 92.1% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 5.3% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandhills Close was 102.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.8% lower than the Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sandhills Close has the 17th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Bridge and the 91st highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Newark and Sherwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 224.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Sandhills Close, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-07-01 | £231,910 |
| 5 Sandhills Close, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,500 | 2022-10-17 | £206,818 |
| 2 Sandhills Close, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2021-10-15 | £213,560 |
| 1 Sandhills Close, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-04-30 | £162,462 |
| 1 Sandhills Close, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,999 | 2017-01-25 | £184,099 |
NG24 1FH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount CofE Primary and Nursery School Kings Road , NG24 1EW | 3out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church C of E Primary School Flaxley Lane , NG24 3XB | 2out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lovers Lane Primary and Nursery School Warburton Street , NG24 1LT | 3out of 4 | 1,206 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Catholic Voluntary Academy Boundary Road , NG24 4AU | 3out of 4 | 1,422 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Church of England Primary Academy Holden Crescent , NG24 4HU | 1out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnus Church of England Academy Earp Avenue , NG24 4AB | 3out of 4 | 2,079 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Newark Academy London Road , Balderton NG24 3AL | 1out of 4 | 3,390 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfields School London Road , NG24 3AL | - not rated | 2,799 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newark Orchard School London Road , Balderton NG24 3AL | 3out of 4 | 3,191 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope House School Barnby Road , Balderton NG24 3NE | - not rated | 3,751 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Vita Mia Limited | La Vita Mia, Newark Castle Station | 408 yd | |
| The Ranch Cafe | Great North Road, Newark On Trent | 417 yd | |
| Harbour Master | Andy Oliver Photography, The Wharf | 624 yd | |
| Stray's Coffee | The Ossington, Beast Market Hill | 638 yd | |
| Pizza Express | The Wharf, Newark On Trent | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Barge | Castle Barge Public House, The Wharf | 643 yd | |
| Swan And Salmon | 34 Castle Gate, Newark On Trent | 666 yd | |
| Newark Rugby Club | Kelham Road, Newark On Trent | 680 yd | |
| The Duck | 17 Castle Gate, Newark On Trent | 709 yd | |
| Just Beer | 32A Castle Gate, Newark On Trent | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not My Monkey | The Wharf, Newark On Trent | 645 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa Johns Pizza, 2 Bar Gate | 709 yd | |
| Bodrum Kebabs | 21 Castle Gate, Newark On Trent | 709 yd | |
| The Painted Elephant | Adams Import Company Ltd, The Painted Elephant | 711 yd | |
| Xgate Fish Bar | XGate Fish Bar, 47 - 51 Castle Gate | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | Ossington Way, Newark On Trent | 470 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Wm Morrison Supermarkets, Kings Road | 798 yd | |
| M & S FOODHALL | Unit C, Maltings Retail Park | 818 yd | |
| Asda | Lombard Street, Newark On Trent | 818 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | North Gate, Newark On Trent | 822 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newark Ransome & Marles Cricket Club KELHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 394 yd |
| Newark Rugby Football Club KELHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Energized Uk Fitness (Closed) North Gate | health and fitness suite | 790 yd |
| Epic Fitness Centre (Closed) Queens Road | health and fitness suite | 798 yd |
| Mount Cofe Primary And Nursery School KINGS ROAD | grass pitches | 907 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.