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Location in NottinghamshireBalk Field sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Balk Field
Balk Field is a rural area located in Nottinghamshire, within the DN22 postcode region of England. It lies in the eastern part of the county, near the border with Lincolnshire, and is characterised by open farmland and scattered residential properties. The area is primarily agricultural, with fields used for crop cultivation and livestock grazing. There are no significant settlements or commercial centres within Balk Field itself, and the landscape is typical of the wider East Midlands countryside. The nearest village is approximately two miles to the west, providing basic amenities. The area is accessible via minor roads connecting to the A607 and A605, which link to larger towns such as Newark-on-Trent. The local environment is quiet and peaceful, with few developments, making it a quiet part of the countryside.
School Ratings in Balk Field
Families in Balk Field have access to 22 local schools. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Balk Field
Homes sell for an average of £238K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £321K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Balk Field
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Balk Field, with 23 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Balk Field
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Balk Field around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Healthcare in Balk Field
There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Balk Field, the nearest being Riverside Health Partnership (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Balk Field
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Property Prices 5,835 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the DN22 postcode area.
Household Income in Balk Field ONS 2023
The average total household income in Balk Field is approximately £47,466 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,691. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,691.
Businesses in Balk Field ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,611 active businesses based in Balk Field, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 31 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Balk Field IMD 2025
Deprivation levels in Balk Field are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.
Crime in Balk Field 182 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Balk Field is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 5 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Balk Field
Of the 16,313 households in and around Balk Field, 70% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Balk Field.