Browns Lane is in Keyworth, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG12 5BL is located in the Keyworth & Wolds electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rushcliffe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Browns Lane, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5BL 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 local area around NG12 5BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.6% | 50.1% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 53.4% | 49.9% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 5BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67% 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 | 13.2% | 18.2% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -19.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.4% | 67% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 22.8% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 7.1% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 5.7% | -1.1% | 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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) 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 | 47.2% | 50.1% | 2.9% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 36.1% | -3.8% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 11.4% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
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 47%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.7% | 11.5% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 7.6% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 12.7% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 14.4% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.3% | 47% | -1.3% | 33.8% | 13.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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 | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 4.8% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.9% | 90.8% | -5.1% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 94.8% | 91% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 3.9% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 91% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 1% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Browns Lane was 40.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.2% higher than the Bunny average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Browns Lane has the 12th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Bunny and the 146th highest crime rate of 372 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Tree House Browns Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £785,000 | 2020-02-07 | £1,019,642 |
| The Old Dairy Browns Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2016-03-31 | £622,861 |
| The Granary Browns Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2011-07-21 | £856,808 |
| The Old Dairy Browns Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2010-12-16 | £487,674 |
| Browns Byre Browns Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £291,000 | 2008-06-12 | £540,068 |
NG12 5BL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 5BL 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 retired residents living in NG12 5BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 132 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Brook Primary School Willow Brook , Keyworth NG12 5BB | 3out of 4 | 762 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyworth Primary and Nursery School Nottingham Road , Keyworth NG12 5FB | 3out of 4 | 2,103 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossdale Primary School Crossdale Drive , Keyworth NG12 5HP | 4out of 4 | 2,446 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kinoulton Primary School Main Street , Kinoulton NG12 3EL | 4out of 4 | 4,405 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tollerton Primary School Burnside Grove , Tollerton NG12 4ET | 4out of 4 | 4,599 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The South Wolds Academy & Sixth Form Church Drive , Keyworth NG12 5FF | 3out of 4 | 1,707 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plumtree School Church Hill , Plumtree NG12 5ND | - not rated | 3,317 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Lea School Owthorpe Road , NG12 3PA | 3out of 4 | 4,996 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton On The Wolds Golf Club | Club House, Stanton On The Wolds Golf Club | 545 yd | |
| Moores Nurseries And Garden Centre | Moores Nursery, 156 Melton Road | 869 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanton-On-The-Wolds Golf Club GOLF COURSE ROAD | golf | 491 yd |
| Willow Brook Primary School WILLOW BROOK | grass pitches | 882 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 35.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 35.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 35.0% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.