Dickens Road is in Worksop and in Bassetlaw district. S81 0DR is located in the Worksop East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bassetlaw. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dickens Road, Worksop, S81 0DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: S81 0HB, S81 0HD, S80 2EA, S81 0HA, S81 0HE, S81 0DS, S81 0DE, S81 0HF, S81 0EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding S81 0DR 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 | 53.4% | 49.8% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 46.6% | 50.2% | 3.6% | 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 | 35.7% | 38.5% | 2.8% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 33.8% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 15.4% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 6.3% |
| Widowed | 13.3% | 7.7% | -5.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.5% | 34.4% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -14.0% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 34% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 17.8% | 17.8% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 11.4% | 9.1% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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 S81 0DR this area, 29.9% 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 18%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.8% | 29.9% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 10.8% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 18.6% | 4.8% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.2% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 14.4% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.2% | 18% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -15.8% |
| Other | 7.1% | 2.1% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 96.7% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 94.1% | 93.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 4.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 93.8% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.8% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 1.2% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65% | 76.7% | -11.7% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 29.6% | 13.5% | 16.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dickens Road was 56.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.0% lower than the Worksop East average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Dickens Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Worksop East and the 191st highest crime rate of 384 local areas in Bassetlaw .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Dickens Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2024-03-13 | £158,234 |
| 47 Dickens Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-02-10 | £188,508 |
| 47 Dickens Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2021-04-30 | £167,365 |
| 21 Dickens Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-11-18 | £180,964 |
| 41 Dickens Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £114,950 | 2020-10-12 | £151,250 |
S81 0DR 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 | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The St Augustine's Academy Longfellow Drive , Kilton S81 0DW | - not rated | 302 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Edmund Hillary Primary and Nursery School Kingsway , Kilton S81 0AN | 2out of 4 | 570 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy Holles Street , S80 2LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norbridge Academy Stanley Street , S81 7HX | 4out of 4 | 1,591 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect Hill Infant and Nursery School Maple Drive , S81 0LR | 3out of 4 | 1,716 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Valley Valley Road , S81 7EN | 4out of 4 | 1,837 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Portland Netherton Road , S80 2SF | 4out of 4 | 2,104 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Tailor Made Programmes Team The Behaviour Support Service , Newgate Street S80 2LW | - not rated | 1,368 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitegates College Dukeries Centre , Park Street S80 1HH | - not rated | 1,647 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Worksop College Cuthberts Avenue , Worksop S80 3AP | - not rated | 2,528 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Cafe | Oasis Community Centre, Longfellow Drive | 126 yd | |
| The Edge | 126 Plantation Hill, Worksop | 402 yd | |
| Laser Labyrinth Ltd | Offices, Ratcliff And Roper (Printers) Ltd | 643 yd | |
| The Butty Barn | Brewery House, Eastgate | 793 yd | |
| Bannatyne's Health Club | Bannatyne Health Club, Retford Road | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilton Inn | 73 Kilton Road, Worksop | 643 yd | |
| Manton Sports and Social Club | Manton Sports, Retford Road | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa's Fish Restaurant | Papas Fish Restaruant, High Hoe Road | 317 yd | |
| Jamies Kitchen | 180 Plantation Hill, Worksop | 333 yd | |
| Pizza House | 16 Kilton Hill, Worksop | 354 yd | |
| Kilton House | 29 Kilton Hill, Worksop | 440 yd | |
| Curry House | 108 Kilton Hill, Worksop | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop Stores Ltd | Onestop, 37-39 Retford Road | 769 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Edmund Hillary Primary & Nursery School KINGSWAY | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| North Notts Community Arena EASTGATE | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 703 yd |
| Manton Colliery Athletic Club RETFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 759 yd |
| Kilton Forest Golf Course BLYTH ROAD | golf | 949 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 | 84.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 160.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.