Yorke Drive is in Newark and in Newark And Sherwood district. NG24 2HQ is located in the Bridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newark. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Yorke Drive, Newark, NG24 2HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG24 2HP, NG24 2HW, NG24 2DP, NG24 2HH, NG24 2EY, NG24 2HL, NG24 2EX, NG24 2EP, NG24 2HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG24 2HQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 46.8% | 49.8% | 3.0% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 53.2% | 50.2% | -3.0% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 33.5% | 31.3% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.1% | 31.9% | 2.8% | 44.2% | -12.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 6.7% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 4.5% |
| Divorced | 27.8% | 23.3% | -4.5% | 9.1% | 14.2% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 5.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 31.2% | 40% | 8.8% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 34.4% | -5.1% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 18% | 19.1% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 5.6% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 0.9% | -2.0% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 NG24 2HQ this area, 30.2% 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 15.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43% | 30.2% | -12.8% | 18.2% | 12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 18.9% | 4.3% | 9.6% | 9.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 11.3% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 15.7% | 8.1% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.6% | 15.7% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -18.1% |
| Other | 8.2% | 4.4% | -3.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98% | 98.1% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 74.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 74.1% | -18.6% | 83.2% | -9.1% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 24.5% | 19.1% | 6.1% | 18.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 74.1% | -17.1% | 83.2% | -9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 14.8% | 12.4% | 9.8% | 5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 9.3% | 7.8% | 2.9% | 6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 45.2% | 76.7% | -31.5% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Lithuania | 8.3% | 0.3% | 8.0% |
| Poland | 8.8% | 1.3% | 7.5% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 28.6% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Yorke Drive was 110.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.7% lower than the Bridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Yorke Drive has the 17th lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Bridge and the 82nd highest crime rate of 436 local areas in Newark and Sherwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Yorke Drive, Newark, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £131,500 | 2022-01-31 | £145,103 |
| 54 Yorke Drive, Newark, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2021-07-30 | £151,790 |
| 52 Yorke Drive, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-03-26 | £126,196 |
| 74 Yorke Drive, Newark, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2021-01-26 | £117,594 |
| 32 Yorke Drive, Newark, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £15,696,793 | 2019-02-18 | £18,319,353 |
NG24 2HQ 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 | 60 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lovers Lane Primary and Nursery School Warburton Street , NG24 1LT | - not rated | 744 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lovers Lane Primary and Nursery School Warburton Street , NG24 1LT | 2out of 4 | 749 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Alexander Primary and Nursery School Wolsey Road , NG24 2BQ | - not rated | 905 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Alexander L.E.A.D. Academy Wolsey Road , NG24 2BQ | 3out of 4 | 905 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount CofE Primary and Nursery School Kings Road , NG24 1EW | - not rated | 1,235 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Magdalene High School Barnby Road , NG24 1RR | - not rated | 1,699 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Newark High School London Road , NG24 1TT | - not rated | 1,803 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lilley and Stone School London Road , NG24 1TT | - not rated | 1,803 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magnus CofE School Earp Avenue , NG24 4AB | - not rated | 2,144 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Magnus Upper School Earp Avenue , NG24 4AB | - not rated | 2,144 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,224 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Appletongate School Appletongate , NG24 1JR | - not rated | 1,107 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torridon Nursery and Preparatory School Muskham Road , NG24 1DP | - not rated | 1,719 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Catch 22 10 Victoria Street , NG24 4UT | - not rated | 1,961 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields School London Road , NG24 3AL | - not rated | 2,364 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newark Linden School London Road , New Balderton NG24 3AL | - not rated | 2,640 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Community Centre | Lincoln Road, Newark On Trent | 347 yd | |
| Robin Hood Entertainment And Soft Play | Leos Play House, Maltkiln Lane | 418 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa Ltd Platform 1, Newark Northgate Station | 490 yd | |
| Cognito | 10 Park Street | 505 yd | |
| Blueprint Gaming Ltd | Blueprint Gaming, Fortune House | 588 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Railway Sports And Social Club | Hatchets Lane, Newark On Trent | 310 yd | |
| Newcastle Arms Public House | George Street, Newark On Trent | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grilliano | Unit 1, The Bridge | 189 yd | |
| Cafexpresshop | Platforms 2 And 3, Newark Northgate Station | 490 yd | |
| Open Air Events Ltd | Home, Park Street | 527 yd | |
| Mr Chips | 180 - 182 North Gate, Newark On Trent | 533 yd | |
| Harleys | 3 Meering Avenue, Newark On Trent | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincolnshire Co-op | Lincolnshire Co Op, The Bridge | 125 yd | |
| M & S FOODHALL | Unit C, Maltings Retail Park | 910 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | North Gate, Newark On Trent | 1,013 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Road Sports Facility LINCOLN ROAD PLAYING FIELD LINCOLN ROAD PLAYING FIELD LINCOLN ROAD | grass pitches | 417 yd |
| Industrial Gym And Fitness (Newark Ltd) (Closed) Brunel Drive | health and fitness suite | 511 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Newark) NORTHERN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 553 yd |
| Premier Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Appleton Gate | health and fitness suite | 568 yd |
| Arena Fitness APPLETON GATE | health and fitness suite | 745 yd |
| Bishop Alexander L.E.A.D. Academy WOLSEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 908 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 | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.4% |
| 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 | 72.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.