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Meden Vale built-up area

Built-up area0.4 km² (0.2 sq mi)

Location in NottinghamshireMeden Vale sits where the marker shows within the county.

29,530
Population
10,895
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£40,059
Avg. household income
571
Businesses
401
People per km²
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About Meden Vale

Meden Vale is a village located in Nottinghamshire, England, within the NG20 postcode area. The village is situated near the River Meden, which gives it a pleasant natural setting. It is primarily a residential area, offering a range of local amenities for its residents. The community is served by schools and shops, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike.

Surrounding Meden Vale are various walking paths and green spaces, ideal for outdoor activities. The village is well-connected by road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. Local transport links ensure that residents can travel to larger urban centres for work or leisure. Overall, Meden Vale offers a straightforward lifestyle with essential services and a friendly community atmosphere.

School Ratings in Meden Vale

Families in Meden Vale have access to 48 local schools. St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Meden Vale

Homes sell for an average of £192K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £141K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Meden Vale

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Meden Vale, with 15 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Meden Vale

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Meden Vale within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Meden Vale

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Meden Vale, the nearest being Meden Medical Services (1 miles away).

Local Data for Meden Vale

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Property Prices 3,655 sales

Average Price £192K
£1K , £120.05M
Detached £235K 815
Semi £141K 1,581
Terraced £107K 1,090
Flat £69K 32

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

35 Primary
4 Secondary
9 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 9
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NG20 postcode area.

Eastlands Junior School (Welbeck Federation of Schools) Primary 0.4 miles Netherfield Infant School (Welbeck Federation of Schools) Primary 0.4 miles Meden School Secondary Good 0.8 miles Church Vale Primary School and Foundation Unit Primary Good 0.9 miles Hetts Lane Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 0.9 miles Birklands Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Sherwood Junior School Primary Good 1.3 miles Cuckney CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles APTCOO - A Place to Call Our Own Not applicable Good 2.7 miles Whaley Thorns Primary School Primary 2.8 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary Outstanding 3 miles Brookfield Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.1 miles

Household Income in Meden Vale ONS 2023

The average total household income in Meden Vale is approximately £40,059 a year before tax, 28% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,499. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Meden Vale £40,059
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,499.

Businesses in Meden Vale ONS 2025

There are approximately 571 active businesses based in Meden Vale, around 19 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

571 Total businesses
19 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Meden Vale IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Meden Vale experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 19%
5,580 Children (0-15) 19%
18,431 Working Age 62%
5,525 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 23.3% 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 Meden Vale 126 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Meden Vale 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 59
Public Order 15
Criminal Damage & Arson 13
Other Theft 11
Anti-Social Behaviour 10
Other Crime 9
Vehicle Crime 4
Burglary 2
Shoplifting 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Shirebrook Train Station 2.8 miles
Mansfield Woodhouse Train Station 4.2 miles
Creswell Train Station 4.2 miles
Whitwell (Derbyshire) Train Station 4.9 miles
Worksop Train Station 6.4 miles
Shireoaks Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Church Warsop 0.9 miles Cuckney 1.4 miles Market Warsop 1.4 miles Norton 1.9 miles Warsop Vale 2.2 miles Spion Kop 2.2 miles Budby 2.6 miles Nether Langwith 2.6 miles Sookholme 2.6 miles Whaley Thorns 2.8 miles Gorsethorpe 2.8 miles Langwith 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Mansfield
County Nottinghamshire
Ward Market Warsop
Constituency Mansfield
Parish Warsop
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Meden Vale

Of the 12,452 households in and around Meden Vale, 59% are owned, 20% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 59% Social rented 20% Private rented 21%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Meden Vale.

Frequently Asked Questions about Meden Vale

What is the population of Meden Vale?
Meden Vale has a population of approximately 29,530 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Meden Vale?
The average property in and around Meden Vale sold for about £192,037, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 45% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Meden Vale a deprived area?
Meden Vale sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Meden Vale?
Meden Vale is covered by the NG20 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Meden Vale?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Meden Vale, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Meden Vale?
The nearest railway station to Meden Vale is Shirebrook Train Station, about 2.8 miles away.

Streets in NG20 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Ridge 1 Acreage Lane 3 Alandale Avenue 2 Albine Road 2 Alder Close 1 Alder Way 6 Almond Avenue 2 Appleton Street 3 Arcadia Avenue 1 Archaeological Way 1 Argyle Close 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashbourne Street 1 Askew Lane 1 Aster Road 1 Austin Street 2 Avocet Place 1 Bainbridge Road 1 Bank Close 1 Barn Owl Close 1 Bathurst Terrace 1 Bentinck Terrace 1 Birch Grove 1 Birch Street 2 Birkland Avenue 3 Birklands Close 1 Bishops Meadows 1 Bishops Walk 2 Blacksmith Way 1 Blankley's Yard 1

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