Postcode Analysis Bassetlaw, East Midlands

THE OVAL, S81 0AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE OVAL, S81 0AQ.

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Population

215

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 39,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: S81 0AQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

S81 0AQ is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 13.5% year-on-year.

home £197,500 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

S81 0AQ is a safe, established residential area on The Oval, 0.6km from Worksop in Worksop. Administratively it sits within Worksop East ward and the Bassetlaw constituency.

For families considering a move, S81 0AQ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £197k, up 13.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for S81 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00142892 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S81 0AQ. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 197,500

2 sales · Mean £ 197,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

S81 0AQ has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences38
Anti-social behaviour27
Other theft12
Vehicle crime12
Burglary9

school Local Schools

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Sir Edmund Hillary Primary and Nursery School

Requires Improvement440 pupils0.2 km
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The St Augustine's Academy

Good454 pupils0.7 km
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Norbridge Academy

Outstanding480 pupils0.8 km
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Redlands Primary and Nursery School

Requires Improvement439 pupils1.0 km
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Outwood Academy Valley

Outstanding1737 pupils1.2 km
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Worksop Priory Church of England Primary Academy

Good221 pupils1.3 km
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Prospect Hill Infant and Nursery School

Good213 pupils1.3 km
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Prospect Hill Junior School

Good226 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • Wickes Home Improvements1.0 km
  • Card Factory0.9 km
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • RVS Shop0.8 km
  • Wilkinsons0.9 km
  • + 20 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Ashley Hotel0.8 km
  • King Edward Vii0.9 km
  • The Vine0.6 km
  • Worksop Sea Cadets0.7 km
  • Kilton Inn0.3 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • The Edge0.8 km
  • Valley Young Peoples Centre0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee0.9 km
  • National Trust - Mr Straw's House0.4 km
  • Cafe Neo0.9 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Jamies Kitchen0.8 km
  • Jimmy's Fish & Chip Shop1.0 km
  • Alitalia Pizzeria0.6 km
  • Kilton House0.3 km
  • Moo Lab S80 Ltd0.7 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Farmfoods0.9 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Aldi Foodstore Ltd0.7 km
  • Asda Supermarket0.9 km
  • Bolek Lolek0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worksop0.6 km
  • Shireoaks3.8 km
  • Whitwell6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Sir Edmund Hillary School0.1 km
  • Queensway0.1 km
  • Queensway0.1 km
  • Sunfield Avenue -CUS-0.2 km
  • Sunfield Avenue0.2 km