Larkfields is in Newark and in Newark And Sherwood district. NG24 4NW is located in the Devon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newark. This postcode has been in use since 2007-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Larkfields, Newark, NG24 4NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG24 4NU, NG24 4QQ, NG24 4QG, NG24 4GA, NG24 4NX, NG24 4PP, NG24 4RQ, NG24 4PX, NG24 4QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG24 4NW has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% of the population 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 | 53.5% | 56.8% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 46.5% | 43.2% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
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 | 34.3% | 35.7% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -2.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 40.9% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 12.3% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 7.1% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 48.2% | 42.6% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 37.6% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 13.5% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 4.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.4% | 23.4% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 10.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 14.5% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 22.2% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 6.5% | 4.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.7% | 98% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 94.6% | 91.4% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4.7% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 91.4% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 1% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 29% | 13.5% | 15.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Larkfields was 39.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.5% lower than the Devon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Larkfields has the 15th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Devon and the 169th lowest crime rate of 436 local areas in Newark and Sherwood .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Larkfields, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2022-02-25 | £593,576 |
| Honeysuckle Cottage, 3 Larkfields, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-06-29 | £447,097 |
| Honeysuckle Cottage, 3 Larkfields, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, a newly built property | £299,950 | 2007-11-02 | £449,256 |
| 2 Larkfields, Newark, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2007-08-09 | £471,312 |
NG24 4NW 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowbridge Junior School Bailey Road , NG24 4EP | - not rated | 1,057 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowbridge Infant and Nursery School Bailey Road , NG24 4EP | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sir Donald Bailey Academy Bailey Road , NG24 4EP | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bowbridge Primary School Bailey Road , NG24 4EP | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Catholic School Boundary Road , NG24 4AU | - not rated | 1,177 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sconce Hills High School Windsor Road , NG24 4HS | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magnus CofE School Earp Avenue , NG24 4AB | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Magnus Upper School Earp Avenue , NG24 4AB | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Magnus Church of England Academy Earp Avenue , NG24 4AB | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Newark High School London Road , NG24 1TT | - not rated | 1,745 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 | 2,315 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catch 22 10 Victoria Street , NG24 4UT | - not rated | 1,595 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfields School London Road , NG24 3AL | - not rated | 2,412 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newark Appletongate School Appletongate , NG24 1JR | - not rated | 2,422 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newark Orchard School London Road , Balderton NG24 3AL | - not rated | 2,575 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newark Orchard School London Road , Balderton NG24 3AL | 3out of 4 | 2,575 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Town Football Club | The Tom Mann Pavilion, Devon Park | 582 yd | |
| Rumbles | Queen's Sconce Visitor Centre, Devon Park | 974 yd | |
| County Youth Service | Youth Centre, Windsor Road | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Ted Public House | Farndon Road, Newark On Trent | 858 yd | |
| Newark Rowing Club | Farndon Road, Newark On Trent | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish King | 154 Hawton Road, Newark On Trent | 117 yd | |
| Yummy | 160 Hawton Road, Newark On Trent | 132 yd | |
| The Fryers Club | Unit 2, Cardinals Square | 505 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Devon Park THE TOM MANN PAVILION THE TOM MANN PAVILION DEVON PARK | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| The Sir Donald Bailey Academy BAILEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,055 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.