Hollies Drive is in Edwalton, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG12 4BZ 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 Hollies Drive, Edwalton, Nottingham, NG12 4BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG12 4BY, NG12 4BW, NG12 4BX, NG12 4BU, NG12 4BJ, NG12 4BS, NG12 4BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG12 4BZ is primarily male, with 53.1% of the population 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 | 50.9% | 46.9% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -4.1% |
| Male | 49.1% | 53.1% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 4.1% |
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 NG12 4BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68% 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 | 14.7% | 18.9% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -19.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 75% | 68% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 23.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -5.7% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 8.7% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 (90.9%) 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 | 51.7% | 56.5% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 30.2% | 34.4% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 8.4% | -6.7% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
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 NG12 4BZ this area, 7.8% 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 57.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.9% | 7.8% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 2.9% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 15.2% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 10.8% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.2% | 57.8% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 24.0% |
| Other | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 8.6% | 11% | 2.4% | 3.1% | 7.9% |
| Pakistani | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 84.5% | 79.5% | -5.0% | 81.4% | -1.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 86.6% 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 | 86.6% | 86.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 1.5% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.3% | 6.9% | -0.4% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.1% | 87.3% | 3.2% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12.3% | 12.3% | 9.8% | 2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.6% | 0% | -11.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.4% | 76.7% | 18.7% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 3.1% | 13.5% | -10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 42.7% | 46.2% | -3.5% |
| Hindu | 6.5% | 1.7% | 4.8% |
| Muslim | 7.3% | 6.5% | 0.8% |
| Sikh | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hollies Drive was 23.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.6% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hollies Drive has the 42nd lowest crime rate of 102 local areas in Abbey and the 132nd lowest crime rate of 372 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 38.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Hollies Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £865,000 | 2025-01-31 | £895,145 |
| 32 Hollies Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,650,000 | 2024-10-04 | £1,785,273 |
| 12 Hollies Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,650,000 | 2023-10-06 | £1,774,497 |
| 2 Hollies Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2023-10-06 | £672,158 |
| 37 Hollies Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,750,000 | 2022-12-20 | £1,855,903 |
NG12 4BZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NG12 4BZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 NG12 4BZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwalton Primary School Wellin Lane , Edwalton NG12 4AS | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesse Gray Primary School Musters Road , West Bridgford NG2 7DD | 3out of 4 | 928 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School Tewkesbury Close , NG2 5NH | 3out of 4 | 978 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Road Primary School Tewkesbury Close , West Bridgford NG2 5ND | - not rated | 1,116 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bridgford Junior School Exchange Road , West Bridgford NG2 6DB | 4out of 4 | 1,138 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushcliffe Spencer Academy Boundary Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BW | 4out of 4 | 502 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 1,619 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | 3out of 4 | 2,970 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nottingham Emmanuel School Gresham Park Road , NG2 7YF | 3out of 4 | 3,132 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Spencer Academy Farnborough Road , NG11 8JW | 1out of 4 | 3,678 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 | 4,764 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 | 4,823 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayfield House Care of: Nottinghamshire County Council , County Hall NG2 7QP | - not rated | 2,719 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plumtree School Church Hill , Plumtree NG12 5ND | - not rated | 3,780 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| CP Riverside School Riverside Way , NG2 1DP | 2out of 4 | 3,900 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nethergate Academy Swansdowne Drive , Clifton NG11 8HX | 4out of 4 | 3,985 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Soup Academy 14 High Pavement , NG1 1HN | 4out of 4 | 4,576 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | 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 | 450 yd | |
| Vidab Ltd | 30 Green Acre, Edwalton | 472 yd | |
| Lulu-B | Lulu B, 26 Hilton Crescent | 649 yd | |
| Edwalton Golf Course | Course Grounds, Edwalton Golf Club | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadow Covert | Alford Road, Edwalton | 641 yd | |
| The Willow Tree, 88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger | The Willow Tree, Rufford Way | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Lateshop | The Cooperative, 6 - 12 Hilton Crescent | 634 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alford Road Playing Field MELTON GARDENS | grass pitches | 425 yd |
| Rushcliffe School BOUNDARY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 598 yd |
| Rushcliffe Leisure Centre (Closed) Boundary Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 651 yd |
| Edwalton Primary School WELLIN LANE | grass pitches | 769 yd |
| West Bridgford Memorial Ground WEST BRIDGFORD SPORTS CLUB WEST BRIDGFORD SPORTS CLUB STAMFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 986 yd |
| Edwalton Golf Centre EDWALTON GOLF CLUB EDWALTON GOLF CLUB WELLIN LANE | golf | 1,007 yd |
| Jesse Gray Primary School MUSTERS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,046 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 | 168 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.