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East Retford West

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About

East Retford West is a residential ward in the town of Retford, located within the Bassetlaw district of Nottinghamshire. The area features a mix of housing, including detached homes, terraced properties, and some modern developments. It is well-connected by road, with the A620 and A638 providing links to nearby towns and the wider region. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small retail outlets catering to daily needs.

The ward is bordered by the River Idle to the east, offering green spaces and walking routes. Community facilities such as the Retford Leisure Centre serve residents, while the town centre is within easy reach for shopping and services. East Retford West has a relatively low population density compared to urban areas, with a focus on family living. Public transport options include bus routes connecting to Retford railway station, providing access to Sheffield, Lincoln, and beyond.

Area overview

On average East Retford West has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 116 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in East Retford West is £38,040 per year. There are 4 schools in East Retford West: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
116
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
16%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

East Retford West Population
5,183
Population density
1,779.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,787
92.34%
Other White
172
3.32%
Other Asian
41
0.79%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
25
0.48%
African
23
0.44%
Total population: 5,184

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
729
29.99%
Owns with a mortgage
703
28.92%
Private landlord or letting agency
629
25.87%
Other social rented
239
9.83%
Social rents from council
67
2.76%
Total households: 2,431

Property prices in East Retford West

Based on 56 recent sales, the median property price is £170,500 in East Retford West area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £570,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for East Retford West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in East Retford West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£340,000
Flats5£100,000
Semi-Detached20£194,750
Terraced22£107,250

10 years median price trend in East Retford West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in East Retford West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.