Waters Edge is in Nottingham and in City Of Nottingham district. NG11 7GB is located in the Clifton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham South. This postcode has been in use since 2006-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Waters Edge, Nottingham, NG11 7GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG11 7AP, NG11 7GA, NG11 7AR, NG11 7BE, NG11 7DF, NG11 7AN, NG11 7AS, NG11 7EQ, NG11 7DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG11 7GB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.5% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.5% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NG11 7GB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27% | 29.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 59.8% | 7.4% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9% | 6% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 3% | -6.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57% | 58.3% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 9.9% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 28.7% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 10.7% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 NG11 7GB this area, 7.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.3% | 7.5% | -8.8% | 18.2% | -10.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7.9% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 15.8% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 5.6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 19.2% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 44% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 10.2% |
| Other | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 89.5% | 89.8% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 8.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 88.1% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 4.8% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 87.3% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 7.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 1.1% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waters Edge was 23.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.5% lower than the Clifton East average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Waters Edge has the 8th lowest crime rate of 91 local areas in Clifton East and the 90th lowest crime rate of 939 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Waters Edge, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-07-29 | £392,184 |
| 2 Waters Edge, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-03-04 | £307,151 |
| 1 Waters Edge, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £264,000 | 2016-09-29 | £431,046 |
| 5 Waters Edge, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2013-06-21 | £497,263 |
| 5 Waters Edge, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £247,500 | 2007-11-16 | £453,088 |
NG11 7GB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in NG11 7GB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre Denman Street West , Radford NG7 3AB | 4out of 4 | 3,707 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Wilford Endowed CofE Primary School Main Road , Wilford NG11 7AL | 4out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Coronation Avenue , Wilford NG11 7AB | 3out of 4 | 855 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Primary School Ainsworth Drive , NG2 1FX | 3out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greythorn Primary School Greythorn Drive , West Bridgford NG2 7GH | 3out of 4 | 1,515 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunkirk Primary and Nursery School Marlborough Street , Dunkirk NG7 2LE | 3out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | 3out of 4 | 572 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nottingham Emmanuel School Gresham Park Road , NG2 7YF | 3out of 4 | 940 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 1,979 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology 93 Abbey Street , Dunkirk NG7 2PL | 3out of 4 | 2,024 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Spencer Academy Farnborough Road , NG11 8JW | 1out of 4 | 2,356 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 3,242 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Academy Greenwood Road , NG3 7EB | 3out of 4 | 5,106 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CP Riverside School Riverside Way , NG2 1DP | 2out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayfield House Care of: Nottinghamshire County Council , County Hall NG2 7QP | - not rated | 2,159 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Nottingham University Park , NG7 2RD | - not rated | 2,505 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Soup Academy 14 High Pavement , NG1 1HN | 4out of 4 | 2,984 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nethergate Academy Swansdowne Drive , Clifton NG11 8HX | 4out of 4 | 2,988 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Farm | Riverside Farm, Tottle Road | 889 yd | |
| Riverside Canteen | Riverside Bakery, Crossgate Drive | 910 yd | |
| Baxter Storey Ltd | Imperial Tobacco Distribution Warehouse, Bull Close Road | 981 yd | |
| Nottingham Forest Football Club | Nottingham Forest Football Club Sports Academy, Gresham Close | 1,006 yd | |
| Cafe 93 | Lookers Honda, Lenton Lane | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilford Farm Inn | Wilford Farm Inn, Clifton Lane | 277 yd | |
| The Emerald Nottingham | Wilford Lane | 414 yd | |
| Ferry Inn | Ferry Inn, Main Road | 732 yd | |
| Apple Tree | The Apple Tree, Compton Acres | 755 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Operative Food, Wilford Lane | 396 yd | |
| Dhamecha Cash & Carry | Bull Close Road | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Wilford Endowed Ce Primary School MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 420 yd |
| The Becket School THE BECKET WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Greenwood Meadows Football Club GREENWOOD MEADOWS FOOTBALL CLUB GREENWOOD MEADOWS FOOTBALL CLUB LENTON LANE | grass pitches | 613 yd |
| Roko Health Club (Nottingham) WILFORD LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 681 yd |
| Gresham Sports Park GRESHAM PARK PAVILION GRESHAM PARK PAVILION GRESHAM PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Dave Eastwood Sports Ground Lenton Lane | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Brian Wakefield Memorial Ground LENTON LANE | grass pitches | 817 yd |
| The Ron Steel Sports Ground LENTON LANE | grass pitches | 825 yd |
| St Patrick'S Catholic Voluntary Academy CORONATION AVENUE | grass pitches | 826 yd |
| The Nottingham Emmanuel C Of E School GRESHAM PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 837 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.