Nottingham

Nottingham NG4 Postcode Insights

NG1 is a postcode area covering much of the city centre of Nottingham in Nottinghamshire, UK.

It covers the majority of the city centre area including the intu Victoria Centre, Nottingham Castle, Nottingham Trent University, the Royal Concert Hall, Theatre Royal Nottingham and Market Square.

The area also covers The Arboretum, Nottingham's oldest park, and the Green's Mill area, home to the Roundhouse and the University of Nottingham.

The M1 is also easily accessible from the area, providing access to cities like Derby, Leicester and Sheffield.

The NG1 postcode is well served with public transport making it easy for residents to get around.

Bus stops, trams and trains are conveniently located throughout the area.

There are also several taxi services in the area, and Nottingham Train Station is just a 10 minute walk from the NG1 postcode.The local amenities around the area include two shopping centres, intu Nottingham and Victoria Centre, and an array of restaurants, pubs, bars and cafes.

Nottingham High Street and Old Market Square are also close by, offering more unique shops, as well as cultural and entertainment venues.There are a range of accommodation options available near the NG1 postcode, from student accommodation in Nottingham Trent University, to hotels, Airbnbs and city centre apartments.

For those looking to buy property, there are a number of beautifully crafted Victorian terraced homes on the market, as well as other newer builds, and studio and one-bedroom apartments.For those looking for more leisure activities, there are plenty of options around the NG1 postcode, from museums, galleries and live music venues, to the UK's oldest water park, the Victoria Leisure Centre.

This is definitely a vibrant and vibrant area, and those looking for a little peace and quiet can take a stroll around Wollaton Park or Forest Recreation Ground.

Miscellaneous

NG4 is home to several educational institutions, including The University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University. The area boasts a mix of urban and rural settings, with plenty of green spaces such as Colwick Park and Carlton Hill. Key organisations in the area include the Nottingham Urban Area Partnership and Nottinghamshire Healthcare, providing various services to residents.

Deprivation

The age distribution in our postcode area offers a snapshot of its population composition, highlighting trends and diversity across different age groups.

Households by Deprivation Dimension

"Households by Deprivation Dimension" in the Census 2021 looks at how many households are deprived in one or more areas such as employment, education, health, or housing. It measures how many of these basic needs aren't fully met within a household, highlighting different levels of disadvantage.

Zero deprivation

47%

1 dimension

33.1%

2 dimensions

15.7%

3 dimensions

4%

4 dimensions

0.2%

 Line shows UK average.

Work & Employment

The work and employment statistics for Nottingham Ng4 reflects the economic activities and job opportunities, which shapes the livelihoods of its residents.

Socio-Economics

The socio-economic profile of NG4 is varied. Higher managerial, administrative, and professional occupations account for 10.5% of the workforce, while lower managerial roles make up 20.2%. Intermediate occupations are at 13%, small employers and own account workers at 10.1%, and routine occupations at 13.9%. There is a notable proportion of residents who have never worked or are long-term unemployed (7.6%).

Income Levels

The average salary in NG4 is £27,665, which is below the UK average of £29,669. This indicates that while the area is affordable in terms of house prices, income levels are slightly lower than the national average.

Employment Rate

70%

population in work

Unemployment Rate

5%

of the NG4 population

Occupation

"Occupation" in the Census 2021 refers to the type of job a person does, including their role or profession. It categorises people based on the kind of work they perform, such as being a manager, skilled tradesperson, machine operative etc, helping to understand the workforce's makeup.

Managers, directors and senior officials

9.8%

Professional occupations

17%

Associate professional and technical occupations

13.4%

Administrative and secretarial occupations

9.7%

Skilled trades occupations

12.6%

Caring, leisure and other service occupations

10.6%

Sales and customer service occupations

9.1%

Process, plant and machine operatives

7.4%

Elementary occupations

10.4%

 Line shows UK average.

Hours Worked

"Hours Worked" in the Census 2021 refers to the number of hours a person usually works each week in their job. It includes categories like full-time (usually 31 or more hours) and part-time (less than 31 hours), helping to understand work patterns in the population.

Part time

30.2%

Part time (15 hrs or less)

9.1%

Part time (16-30 hrs)

21.1%

Full time

69.8%

Full time (31-48 hrs)

61.1%

Full time (49+ hrs)

8.7%

 Line shows UK average.

Unemployment History

This graph shows the unemployment history of the 5% of the population of Nottingham NG4 aged 16 or older who were listed as being unemployed on Census Day (21st March 2021) by whether and when they were last empllyed.

Unemployed (less than 1 yr)

11.8%

Unemployed (more than 1 yr)

64.2%

Unemployed (never worked)

24%

 Line shows UK average.

Economic Activity Status

"Economic Activity Status" in the Census 2021 refers to whether people are working, looking for work, studying, retired, or otherwise not in the workforce. It shows who is employed, unemployed, self-employed, a student, retired, or unable to work, giving insight into the economic engagement of the population.

Economically active (exc students)

57.6%

Economically active (inc students)

1.9%

Retired

25.9%

Student

4.4%

Looking after home/family

3.4%

Sick or disabled

4.2%

 Line shows UK average.

Armed Forces

Percentage of people in the Nottingham (NG4) district who have previously served in the UK Armed Forces. Note that the data excludes people who were currently serving in the UK armed forces on Census Day, 21st March 2021.

Previously served

57.6%

Reserve forces

55.3%

Reserve + regular forces

45.7%

Never served

12.7%

 Line shows UK average.

NS-SEC Occupation

The National Statistics Socio-economic Classification (NS-SEC) shows people's socio-economic position in Nottingham NG4, based on their occupation. The estimates are as at Census Day, which took place on 21 March 2021.

Higher Managerial

9.8%

Lower Managerial

19.3%

Intermediate Occupations

12.8%

Small Employers

11.1%

Lower Supervisory

6.1%

Semi Routine

13.3%

Routine

14%

Unemployed

7.8%

Full Time Students

5.9%

 Line shows UK average.

Property & Housing

Property and housing statistics for the Nottingham NG4 postcode area defines the living conditions and accommodation in the neighbourhood.

House Prices and Affordability

The average house price in NG4 is £286,000, which is slightly below the UK average of £288,000. This makes the area relatively affordable compared to other parts of the country, offering a range of property types and sizes to suit different budgets.

Housing and Property Types

The housing stock in NG4 is diverse, with 30% of properties being detached houses, 37.7% semi-detached, 18.5% terraced, 11.5% flats, and 1.5% bedsits. Property sizes vary, with 7.7% of homes being 1-bed, 28.5% 2-bed, 49.2% 3-bed, and 15.4% having 4 or more bedrooms.

Tenure of Homes

Homeownership is relatively high in NG4, with 34.6% of homes owned outright and 33.8% mortgaged. Social renting accounts for 12.3% of homes, while 19.2% are privately rented. This suggests a stable housing market with a mix of ownership and rental opportunities.

House Types

Distribution of various house types, including detached, semi-detached, and terraced houses, across different the different postcode sectors in Nottingham (NG4).

Detached

33%

Semi-Detached

40.4%

Terraced

8.9%

Flats

15.1%

Bedsits

1.4%

 Line shows UK average.

Size (Bedrooms)

This graph provides an insight into the distribution of house sizes in Nottingham (NG4), showcasing the number of bedrooms across all properties in Nottingham.

1 Bedroom

7.9%

2 Bedrooms

33%

3 Bedrooms

45.3%

4+ Bedrooms

13.8%

 Line shows UK average.

Number of Rooms

This graph provides an insight into the average number of rooms in properties within Nottingham NG4 area. A room can be any room in a house apart from kitchens, bathrooms, toilets, halls/landings/conservatories and rooms used for storage.

1 room

0%

2 rooms

7.6%

3 rooms

20.9%

4 rooms

35.5%

5 rooms

28.5%

6 rooms

5.8%

7 rooms

1%

8 rooms

0.5%

9+ rooms

0.3%

 Line shows UK average.

Tenure

Tenure status of properties throughout the entire Nottingham (NG4) postcode sector, presenting a breakdown of ownership, mortgage, rental, and other categories.

Owned Outright

35.9%

Mortgaged

30.6%

Shared Ownership

0.2%

Rented

12.8%

 Line shows UK average.

Household Size

The number of residents per household in the Nottingham (NG4) district, offering insights into the demographic makeup of this postcode district.

1 person

0%

2 people

33%

3 People

34.8%

4 People

16%

5 People

11.1%

6 People

3.4%

7 People

1.2%

8 People

0.5%

 Line shows UK average.

Occupancy Rating (Bedrooms)

"Occupancy Rating (Bedrooms)" in the Census 2021 measures whether a household has more, fewer, or just the right number of bedrooms compared to what's needed for the number of people living there. A positive rating means extra bedrooms, zero means just enough, and a negative rating can indicate overcrowding.

Occupancy: +2 or more

35.2%

Occupancy: +1

38.5%

Occupancy: 0

23.9%

Occupancy: -1

2.1%

Occupancy: -2 or less

0.2%

 Line shows UK average.

Second Address Indicator

"Second Address Indicator" in the Census 2021 refers to whether a person has another address where they regularly stay, apart from their main home. This could include a second home, a place they stay for work, or a partner's home, indicating how people split their time between different locations.

No second address

96.7%

Second address in the UK

2.8%

Second address outside UK

0.5%

 Line shows UK average.

Car or Van Availability

"Car or Van Availability" in the Census 2021 refers to the number of cars or vans available for use by members of a household. It indicates whether a household has access to one or more vehicles, or none at all, providing insight into transport options and dependency on personal vehicles.

No cars or vans

23.5%

1 car or van

45.6%

2 cars or vans

23.8%

3+ cars or vans

7.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Central Heating

"Central Heating" in the Census 2021 refers to whether a household has a central heating system and what type it is, such as gas, electric, or another source. It shows how homes are heated, indicating the comfort and energy efficiency of the housing.

No central heating

0.9%

Mains gas only

81.4%

Tank or bottled gas only

0.3%

Electric only

7.6%

Oil only

0.1%

Wood only

0.1%

Solid fuel only

0.3%

Renewable energy only

0.2%

District/communal network

1.1%

Other

0.7%

2 or more types (exc renewable)

7.2%

2 or more types (inc renewable)

0.2%

 Line shows UK average.

Education

Schools, education, and learning in the Nottingham NG4 area are pivotal aspects that shape the development and future prospects of our community's young residents.

Highest Level of Qualification

"Highest Level of Qualification" in the Census 2021 refers to the most advanced qualification or degree a person has achieved. It ranges from no qualifications to advanced degrees like a master's or doctorate, helping to show the education level of the population.

No qualifications

20.1%

Level 1 and entry level

10.1%

Level 2 qualifications

14.7%

Apprenticeship

6%

Level 3 qualifications

18.9%

Level 4 and above

27.3%

 Line shows UK average.

School children & students

"Schoolchildren and Full-Time Students" in the Census 2021 refers to individuals who are either attending school or studying full-time at a college or university. This category includes young people in education and adults who are pursuing full-time studies.

Students

17.7%

Not a student

82.3%

 Line shows UK average.

Ethnicity

Ethnicity in Nottingham NG4 contributes to its rich cultural tapestry, showcasing diversity and heritage within the community.

Ethnic Group

Range of ethnic groups in Nottingham (NG4) postcode area, including Asian, Black, Mixed, White, and Other, providing a snapshot of the city's cultural diversity and demographics.

Bangladeshi

0.4%

Chinese

0.4%

Indian

0.9%

Pakistani

7.4%

African

1.3%

Mixed or Multiple

4%

White

80%

Arab

0.4%

Other

1.7%

 Line shows UK average.

Country of Birth

"Country of birth" in the Census 2021 refers to the country where a person in NG4 was born, regardless of their current nationality or where they live when the census took place. It refers to the country in which they were born.

United Kingdom

87.6%

EU countries

4.7%

Non-EU countries

0.3%

Africa

1.3%

Middle East and Asia

4.8%

Americas and the Caribbean

1%

Antarctica and Oceania

0.1%

British Overseas

0.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Length of Residence

"Length of residence" in the Census 2021 refers to the total amount of time a person born outside the UK has lived in the UK. It helps understand how long immigrants have been living in the country, whether continuously or in total over multiple periods.

Born in the UK

89.3%

10 yrs +

6.9%

5 - 10 yrs

1.9%

2 - 5 yrs

1.1%

Less than 2 yrs

0.8%

 Line shows UK average.

Year of Arrival

"Year of arrival" in the Census 2021 refers to the year when someone who wasn't born in the UK first came to live in the UK. It helps track when people who were born abroad started living in the country.

Born in the UK

87.9%

Arrived before 1951

0.2%

Arrived 1951 to 1960

0.8%

Arrived 1961 to 1970

1.1%

Arrived 1971 to 1980

0.9%

Arrived 1981 to 1990

0.7%

Arrived 1991 to 2000

1.3%

Arrived 2001 to 2010

3%

Arrived 2011 to 2013

1%

Arrived 2014 to 2016

1.2%

Arrived 2017 to 2019

1.3%

Arrived 2020 to 2021

0.4%

 Line shows UK average.

Passports Held

"Passports held" in the Census 2021 means the number and types of passports people in NG4 have. This shows the countries or nations where they have citizenship or the right to travel freely. It could include passports from the UK, other countries, or multiple countries.

No passport

0%

United Kingdom

82.8%

Ireland

0.5%

Other Europe

4.3%

Africa

0.5%

Middle East and Asia

0.2%

Americas and the Caribbean

0%

Antarctica and Oceania

0.1%

British Overseas Territories

0.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Age of Arrival in the UK

"Age of Arrival in the UK" in the Census 2021 indicates how old a person was when they first came to live in the UK if they were born in another country. It helps to understand at what stage of life they moved to the UK.

Born in the UK

87.9%

Aged 0 to 4 years

1.6%

Aged 5 to 7 years

0.5%

Aged 8 to 9 years

0.5%

Aged 10 to 14 years

1.2%

Aged 15 years

0.1%

Aged 16 to 17 years

0.4%

Aged 18 to 19 years

0.9%

Aged 20 to 24 years

2.4%

Aged 25 to 29 years

1.6%

Aged 30 to 44 years

2.2%

Aged 45 to 59 years

0.4%

Aged 60 to 64 years

0%

Aged 65 to 74 years

0.1%

Aged 75 to 84 years

0%

Aged 85 to 89 years

0%

Aged 90 years and over

0%

 Line shows UK average.

Income

Income in Nottingham NG4 provides a crucial insight into economic dynamics, reflecting earning levels and financial well-being among residents. Understanding income distribution is key to addressing economic disparities and shaping community initiatives.

Health

Health in the Nottingham NG4 postcode sector is a vital indicator of well-being, reflecting the overall physical and mental health of our community members.

General Health

"General Health" in the Census 2021 is a self-assessment where people rate their overall health as very good, good, fair, bad, or very bad. It provides a snapshot of how people perceive their physical and mental well-being.

Very good health

42.9%

Good health

35.2%

Fair health

15.3%

Bad health

5.1%

Very bad health

1.5%

 Line shows UK average.

Disabilities

"Disabilities (TS038)" in the Census 2021 refers to data collected about whether a person has a disability or health condition that limits their day-to-day activities. It includes whether these limitations are substantial and long-term, helping to understand the prevalence and impact of disabilities within the population.

Disabled

19.8%

Disabled (limited a lot)

8.3%

Disabled (limited a little)

11.5%

Not disabled

80.2%

Not disabled (long term condition)

7%

Not disabled (no physical or mental conditions)

73.2%

 Line shows UK average.

Transportation

Transportation in Nottingham NG4 encompasses various modes and accessibility of travel, essential for the daily commute and connectivity of residents.

Car Ownership and Transport

Car ownership in NG4 is higher than the UK average, with households owning an average of 2.18 cars compared to the national average of 1.4. The area is well-served by public transport, including the East Midlands Trains line and proximity to the M1 motorway, providing easy access to nearby cities like Derby and Leicester.

Car Ownership

Distribution of car ownership among households in Nottingham (NG4), encompassing 'no cars,' '1 car,' '2 cars,' and '3+ cars,' providing a comprehensive snapshot of transportation patterns in the area.

No Cars/Vans

23.5%

1 Car

45.6%

2 Cars

23.8%

3+ Cars

7.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Method of Travel

"Method of travel" in the Census 2021 refers to how people usually get to work. It includes options like walking, driving, taking the bus, cycling, or using the train. This table describes resident's main mode of transport when commuting.

Work mainly at or from home

28%

Underground, metro, light rail, tram

0.1%

Train

0.2%

Bus, minibus or coach

9.2%

Taxi

0.7%

Motorcycle, scooter or moped

0.4%

Driving a car or van

49.3%

Passenger in a car or van

4.2%

Bicycle

1.6%

On foot

5.3%

 Line shows UK average.

Commuting Distance

"Distance Travelled to Work" in the Census 2021 refers to how far people in Nottingham (NG4) usually travel from home to their workplace. It measures the length of their commute, whether it's a short walk or a long drive, helping to understand commuting patterns.

Less than 2km

9.6%

2km to less than 5km

22.2%

5km to less than 10km

13.5%

10km to less than 20km

4.3%

20km to less than 30km

3.8%

30km to less than 40km

1%

40km to less than 60km

0.4%

60km and over

1%

Works mainly from home

28%

 Line shows UK average.

Crime

Crime in Nottingham NG4 provides insights into safety and security, impacting the overall quality of life for residents.

Crime Rate

NG4 has a relatively low crime rate, ranking 19249 out of 32482 in England and Wales. This makes it a relatively safe area to live in, contributing to its appeal for families and individuals seeking a peaceful environment.

Crime statistics coming soon.