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 £239K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £316K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Balk Field

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Balk Field, with 18 incidents recorded in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Balk Field

Balk Field benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,008 sales

Average Price £239K
£2K — £4.8M
Detached £316K 2,474
Semi £164K 1,788
Terraced £139K 1,220
Flat £107K 215

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
St Swithun's Church of England Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Carr Hill Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.5 miles RETFORD CENTRAL Childen's Centre 0.6 miles Bracken Lane Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Thrumpton Primary Academy Primary 1 miles The Elizabethan Academy Secondary Good 1.1 miles St. Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 1.1 miles St Giles School Good 1.2 miles Retford Oaks Academy Secondary Good 1.2 miles HALLCROFT Children's Centre 1.3 miles Hallcroft Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 1.3 miles Ordsall Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles

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.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
5/10
7,423 Children (0-15) 16%
27,437 Working Age 59%
14,852 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Balk Field 170 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

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.

75 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Shoplifting
17 Anti-Social Behaviour
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Other Crime
9 Vehicle Crime
8 Other Theft
7 Drugs
6 Burglary
5 Public Order
2 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Robbery
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Retford Train Station 1.1 miles
Gainsborough Lea Road Train Station 7.6 miles
Worksop Train Station 8.1 miles
Gainsborough Central Train Station 8.4 miles
Shireoaks Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Welham 0.9 miles Bolham 0.9 miles Thrumpton 0.9 miles Retford 0.9 miles West Retford 1.2 miles White Houses 1.2 miles Ordsall 1.4 miles Little Gringley 1.4 miles Clarborough 1.8 miles Grove 1.8 miles Eaton 1.9 miles Babworth 2 miles

Local Government

District Bassetlaw
County Nottinghamshire
Ward Sturton
Constituency Bassetlaw
Parish North Leverton with Habblesthorpe
Region East Midlands

Streets in DN22 30 shown View all streets

A1 1 A631 1 Adrians Walk 1 Ainsdale Green 1 Albert Road 5 All Hallows Close 1 All Hallows Street 3 All Hallows View 1 Allison Avenue 2 Alma Road 1 Amelia Court 1 Apleyhead 1 Arlington Way 2 Armstrong Road 2 Arnold Avenue 1 Artillery Terrace 1 Arum Croft 1 Arundel Drive 2 Arundel Way 1 Ashcroft 1 Ashford Court 1 Ashley Lane 1 Ashworth Crescent 1 Auckland Road 1 Aurillac Way 1 Avenue Road 1 Avon Rise 1 B6387 2 Babworth Crescent 1 Babworth Mews 1

Postcodes in DN22 50 shown View all postcodes

DN22 0AA DN22 0AB DN22 0AD DN22 0AE DN22 0AG DN22 0AH DN22 0AJ DN22 0AL DN22 0AN DN22 0AP DN22 0AQ DN22 0AR DN22 0AS DN22 0AT DN22 0AU DN22 0AW DN22 0AX DN22 0AY DN22 0AZ DN22 0BA DN22 0BB DN22 0BD DN22 0BE DN22 0BF DN22 0BG DN22 0BH DN22 0BJ DN22 0BL DN22 0BN DN22 0BP DN22 0BQ DN22 0BS DN22 0BT DN22 0BU DN22 0BW DN22 0BX DN22 0BY DN22 0BZ DN22 0DA DN22 0DB DN22 0DH DN22 0DJ DN22 0DL DN22 0DN DN22 0DP DN22 0DR DN22 0DS DN22 0DT DN22 0DU DN22 0DX