Postcode Analysis Bolsover, East Midlands

SLANT LANE, NG20 8QW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SLANT LANE, NG20 8QW.

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Population

303

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 34,600 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NG20 8QW 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

NG20 8QW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 72% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £135k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NG20 8QW is a safe, established residential area on Slant Lane, 0.7km from Shirebrook in Shirebrook. Administratively it sits within Shirebrook North ward and the Bolsover constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for NG20 8QW are sourced from Output Area E00098684 (shared with 5 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 NG20 8QW. The average age is 40.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 121,000

8 sales · Mean £ 119,625

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

NG20 8QW has low crime rates — 22 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 offences52
Anti-social behaviour11
Other crime7
Public order6
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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The Park Infant & Nursery School

Good233 pupils0.5 km
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The Park Junior School

Good261 pupils0.5 km
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Shirebrook Academy

Requires Improvement845 pupils0.7 km
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Stubbin Wood School

Good206 pupils0.7 km
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Model Village Primary School

Good235 pupils0.9 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy

Outstanding235 pupils1.1 km
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Brookfield Primary School

Good173 pupils1.1 km
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Langwith Bassett Junior Academy

Good126 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Roses Main Stop0.6 km
  • Shirebrook Fruit + Veg0.9 km
  • Bowring Butchers0.8 km
  • Carter Lane Motor Services0.8 km
  • Delicatessen Polski0.8 km
  • + 10 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Shirebrook Ex Serviceman's Club0.6 km
  • The Gate Inn0.8 km
  • Carter Lane Working Mens Club0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Brook Community Church And Centre0.7 km
  • Coffizz0.9 km
  • Salvation Army0.8 km
  • Hole In The Wall0.6 km
  • Stubbin Wood School - Dining Centre0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.8 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Chef Peking0.7 km
  • Deep Pan Kid0.9 km
  • Kings Garden0.8 km
  • Shirebrook Express0.9 km
  • Welcome Fish Bar0.8 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shirebrook1.6 km
  • Langwith - Whaley Thorns3.3 km
  • Mansfield Woodhouse4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • The Summit0.1 km
  • Chestnut Drive0.1 km
  • The Summit0.1 km
  • Chestnut Drive0.2 km
  • Yew Tree Drive0.2 km