Acton Avenue is in Long Eaton, Nottingham and in Erewash district. NG10 1GA is located in the Long Eaton Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Erewash. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Acton Avenue, Long Eaton, Nottingham, NG10 1GA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG10 1GA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 47.1% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 50.8% | 52.9% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.8% | 41.9% | 8.1% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 34.3% | -5.4% | 44.2% | -9.9% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 15.2% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 5.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.1% | 42.7% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 27.9% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -5.7% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 16% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 8.4% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 3.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around NG10 1GA this area, 31% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.2% | 31% | -11.2% | 18.2% | 12.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 11.9% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 19% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.7% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.3% | 16.2% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.4% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 93.1% | 96.2% | 3.1% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.2% | 94.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 94.6% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63% | 76.7% | -13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 30.5% | 13.5% | 17.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.7% | 37.2% | 25.5% |
| Christian | 32.7% | 46.2% | -13.5% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Acton Avenue was 105.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.2% lower than the Derby Road East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Acton Avenue has the 17th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Derby Road East and the 94th highest crime rate of 377 local areas in Erewash .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42A Acton Avenue, Nottingham, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2017-08-26 | £113,966 |
| Vibro Automation Acton Avenue, Nottingham, Derbyshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2003-12-19 | £110,390 |
NG10 1GA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence CofE Primary School Collingwood Road , Long Eaton NG10 1DR | 2out of 4 | 458 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooklands Primary School 44 St. Johns Street , Long Eaton NG10 1BW | 3out of 4 | 626 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Primary School Station Road , Long Eaton NG10 2DU | 3out of 4 | 1,434 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dovedale Primary School Dovedale Avenue , Long Eaton NG10 3HU | 3out of 4 | 2,024 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parklands Infant and Nursery School Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,276 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Long Eaton School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | 3out of 4 | 1,434 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilsthorpe School Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4WT | 3out of 4 | 2,500 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilwell School Queens Road , Beeston NG9 5AL | 3out of 4 | 3,935 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Spencer Academy Arthur Mee Road , Stapleford NG9 7EW | 4out of 4 | 3,960 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Friesland School Nursery Avenue , NG10 5AF | 3out of 4 | 4,871 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton Vale School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | 3out of 4 | 1,248 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent College Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4AD | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Uk Nottingham Campus Wellington Street , Long Eaton NG10 4HR | - not rated | 2,449 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brackenfield Special School Bracken Road , Long Eaton NG10 4DA | 3out of 4 | 2,603 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Valley School The Old Rectory, Risley Lane , Breaston DE72 3AU | - not rated | 3,775 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 9 Toton Close | 130 yd | |
| Cyril's Fun House | Unit 3, Acton Road | 481 yd | |
| Cafe in Cafe Out | 59 Meadow Lane | 730 yd | |
| T J's Catering | Ground Floor, 97 Tamworth Road | 962 yd | |
| Butchers Bar & Steakhouse | The Westgate, West Gate | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tappers Harker | Main Street | 821 yd | |
| The Barge Inn | 177 Tamworth Road | 899 yd | |
| Long Eaton Boat Club | Long Eaton Boat Club, Sheet Stores Industrial Estate, Fields Farm Road | 908 yd | |
| Fuel@house of SK1 | The Westgate Suites, West Gate | 964 yd | |
| Shots Wine Bar | 10-12 Gibb Street | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M & H Newlands | Forbes Close | 289 yd | |
| Oakleys Sandwich Bar | 1 Oakleys Road | 618 yd | |
| Ells Kitchen | The Old Dairy, Meadow Lane | 730 yd | |
| The Proper Handmade Pizza & Burgers | 71 Main Street | 947 yd | |
| Golden Oriental | 95 Tamworth Road | 964 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Laurence Ce Primary School COLLINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Collingwood Road Recreation Ground Cornwallis Close | grass pitches | 646 yd |
| Brooklands Primary School ST. JOHNS STREET | grass pitches | 731 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.