Widecombe Lane is in Clifton, Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG11 9GJ is located in the Clifton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Widecombe Lane, Clifton, Nottingham, NG11 9GJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG11 9GN, NG11 9GH, NG11 9FE, NG11 9HB, NG11 9GL, NG11 9FF, NG11 9GP, NG11 9BP, NG11 9NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG11 9GJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 50.8% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.2% | 49.2% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 32.3% | 39.8% | 7.5% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 45.2% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 5.7% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 11.8% | 6.5% | -5.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.4% | 45.7% | 3.3% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 31.1% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 16% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 6.3% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 9GJ this area, 28.2% 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 15.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.4% | 28.2% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 13.4% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 14.1% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.9% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 18.3% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 15.6% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -18.2% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.4% | 4.1% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 88.2% | 85.4% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 4.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 90.9% | 89.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 4.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 89.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.8% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.1% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Widecombe Lane was 33.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.5% lower than the Clifton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Widecombe Lane has the 15th lowest crime rate of 91 local areas in Clifton East and the 140th lowest crime rate of 934 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Widecombe Lane, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-06-02 | £211,361 |
| 18 Widecombe Lane, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2023-09-13 | £237,212 |
| 2 Widecombe Lane, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £158,500 | 2021-04-30 | £191,614 |
| 24 Widecombe Lane, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £129,500 | 2019-06-24 | £187,076 |
| 40 Widecombe Lane, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2018-06-22 | £156,512 |
NG11 9GJ 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 5,214 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School Listowel Crescent , Clifton NG11 9BH | 4out of 4 | 301 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School Listowel Crescent , Clifton NG11 9BH | - not rated | 301 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Milford Academy Dungannon Road , Clifton Estate NG11 9BT | 3out of 4 | 345 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford Primary School Dungannon Road , Clifton Estate NG11 9BT | - not rated | 345 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highbank Primary and Nursery School Winscombe Mount , Clifton Estate NG11 9FP | - not rated | 435 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairham Community College Farnborough Road , Clifton NG11 9AE | - not rated | 735 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough School Technology College Farnborough Road , Clifton NG11 8JW | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Academy Farnborough Road , Clifton NG11 8JW | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Spencer Academy Farnborough Road , Clifton NG11 8JW | 3out of 4 | 1,759 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilwell School Queens Road , Beeston NG9 5AL | 3out of 4 | 4,004 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nethergate Academy Swansdowne Drive , Clifton NG11 8HX | 4out of 4 | 1,246 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nethergate School Swansdowne Drive , Clifton NG11 8HX | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Easthorpe School 165 Loughborough Road , Ruddington NG11 6LQ | - not rated | 2,966 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parrs Training Centre The Parrs , Beeston NG9 1PJ | - not rated | 3,309 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Attenborough Preparatory School The Strand , Attenborough NG9 6AU | - not rated | 3,371 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mcdonalds Restaurants | 503 Clifton Lane | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Peacock | The Peacock Public House, Southchurch Drive | 404 yd | |
| Clifton All Whites Football Club | Clifton All Whites Football Club, 245 Green Lane | 814 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | The Royal British Legion, Donington Road | 834 yd | |
| Fairham Hotel | Fairham Hotel, Farnborough Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zara’s Pizza and Fish Bar | 360 Southchurch Drive | 80 yd | |
| Clifton Pizza | 90 Waterdown Road | 498 yd | |
| Saveloyz | 640 Farnborough Road | 541 yd | |
| Kerry's Fish Bar | 182-184 Southchurch Drive | 695 yd | |
| Amico's Pizza | 1 Rochester Walk | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, Green Lane | 607 yd | |
| Farmfoods Freezer Centre | 178-180 Southchurch Drive | 695 yd | |
| Iceland | 252 Southchurch Drive | 695 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Clifton Triangle, Green Lane | 705 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Clifton Service Station, Clifton Lane | 1,027 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blessed Robert Widmerpool Academy LISTOWEL CRESCENT | 286 yd | |
| The Milford Academy DUNGANNON ROAD | grass pitches | 376 yd |
| Fairham Community College (Closed) Farnborough Road | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Clifton Leisure Centre SOUTHCHURCH DRIVE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 975 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.