Earlswood Drive is in Edwalton, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG12 4AZ is located in the Edwalton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rushcliffe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Earlswood Drive, Edwalton, Nottingham, NG12 4AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG12 4AL, NG12 4BA, NG12 4BB, NG12 4AX, NG12 4AH, NG12 4BH, NG12 4AW, NG12 4BD, NG12 4BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG12 4AZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.4% | 50% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.6% | 50% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 19.6% | 23.9% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 49.1% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 1.3% | -4.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 13.2% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 12.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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 | 38.8% | 41.8% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 31% | -8.3% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 14% | 19% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.8% | 18.9% | -5.9% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 9.4% | 2.2% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 8.2% | -12.1% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.7% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 18.9% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.1% | 35.2% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 1.4% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.5% | 89.1% | 2.6% | 81.4% | 7.7% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.6% 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 | 91.6% | 88.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 5.4% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 0.5% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 88.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 8.7% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Earlswood Drive was 84.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.7% higher than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Earlswood Drive has the 22nd highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Abbey and the 69th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Earlswood Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,500 | 2004-07-08 | £159,686 |
| 2 Earlswood Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £59,950 | 2000-09-27 | £229,298 |
| 6 Earlswood Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2000-01-28 | £218,859 |
| 6 Earlswood Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £40,000 | 1999-03-26 | £188,829 |
NG12 4AZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 retired residents living in NG12 4AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 5,351 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwalton Primary School Wellin Lane , Edwalton NG12 4AS | - not rated | 544 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edwalton Primary School Wellin Lane , Edwalton NG12 4AS | 3out of 4 | 544 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosecliffe Spencer Academy 73 Rose Way , Edwalton NG12 4JE | 3out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesse Gray Primary School Musters Road , West Bridgford NG2 7DD | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pierrepont Gamston Primary School Coledale , West Bridgford NG2 6TH | 3out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushcliffe School Boundary Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BW | - not rated | 841 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcliffe Spencer Academy Boundary Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BW | - not rated | 841 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | - not rated | 2,056 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | - not rated | 2,963 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | 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 | 5,295 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 5,305 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 5,305 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central College Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 5,305 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Academy Greenwood Road , NG3 7EB | 2out of 4 | 5,225 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor School Edwalton Grange , 218 Melton Road NG12 4BS | - not rated | 737 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Locksley Preparatory School 1 Selby Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BP | - not rated | 1,865 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Easthorpe School 165 Loughborough Road , Ruddington NG11 6LQ | - not rated | 2,977 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plumtree School Church Hill , Plumtree NG12 5ND | - not rated | 3,235 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent Fields Preparatory School 21 Trent Boulevard , West Bridgford NG2 5BB | - not rated | 3,240 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwalton Coffee & Snack Bar | 38 Earlswood Drive, Edwalton | 1 yd | |
| Vidab Ltd | 30 Green Acre, Edwalton | 378 yd | |
| Edwalton Golf Course | Course Grounds, Edwalton Golf Club | 574 yd | |
| Lulu-B | Lulu B, 26 Hilton Crescent | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadow Covert | Alford Road, Edwalton | 437 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Lateshop | The Cooperative, 6 - 12 Hilton Crescent | 912 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alford Road Playing Field MELTON GARDENS | grass pitches | 500 yd |
| Edwalton Primary School WELLIN LANE | grass pitches | 542 yd |
| Edwalton Golf Centre EDWALTON GOLF CLUB EDWALTON GOLF CLUB WELLIN LANE | golf | 614 yd |
| Rushcliffe School BOUNDARY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Rushcliffe Leisure Centre (Closed) Boundary Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 894 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 160.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.