The Ridings is in Keyworth, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG12 5EF 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 The Ridings, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG12 5ET, NG12 5EE, NG12 5EG, NG12 5ER, NG12 5ES, NG12 5EH, NG12 5DW, NG12 5EL, NG12 5DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG12 5EF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.4% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.6% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 5EF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70% 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 | 15.5% | 18.6% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -19.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.1% | 70% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 25.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -6.7% |
| Widowed | 10% | 7.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 40.4% | 47.5% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 44.3% | 37.4% | -6.9% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12.1% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 11.9% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 12.6% | -7.5% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 17.4% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 42.3% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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 | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 95.7% | 92.9% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 94.6% | 94.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 94.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.3% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Ridings was 59.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.2% higher than the Keyworth & Wolds average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Ridings has the 7th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Keyworth & Wolds and the 111th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Ridings, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-10-10 | £267,195 |
| 11 The Ridings, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-08-27 | £328,764 |
| 4 The Ridings, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2025-03-27 | £341,471 |
| 21 The Ridings, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-06-03 | £265,031 |
| 11 The Ridings, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-08-30 | £332,782 |
NG12 5EF 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 5EF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 606 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyworth Primary and Nursery School Nottingham Road , Keyworth NG12 5FB | - not rated | 869 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyworth Primary and Nursery School Nottingham Road , Keyworth NG12 5FB | - not rated | 869 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossdale Drive Primary School Crossdale Drive , Keyworth NG12 5HP | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crossdale Primary School Crossdale Drive , Keyworth NG12 5HP | 3out of 4 | 1,176 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 | - not rated | 469 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Wolds Community School Church Drive , Keyworth NG12 5FF | - not rated | 469 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 2,214 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech Trees School Beech Trees House , Old Melton Road NG12 5QH | - not rated | 4,136 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Lea School Owthorpe Road , NG12 3PA | 3out of 4 | 4,979 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Easthorpe School 165 Loughborough Road , Ruddington NG11 6LQ | - not rated | 5,336 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sophia's | Sophias, 77 Wolds Drive | 359 yd | |
| Keyworth Young Peoples Centre | Keyworth Youth Centre, Church Drive | 623 yd | |
| British Geological Survey Staff Restaurant | Kingsley Dunham Centre, Nicker Hill | 629 yd | |
| Stanton On The Wolds Golf Club | Club House, Stanton On The Wolds Golf Club | 876 yd | |
| Bakers Kitchen & Coffee Lounge | 80 Manor Road, Keyworth | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill | 103 Nottingham Road, Keyworth | 767 yd | |
| The Pear Tree | The Windmill, 103 Nottingham Road | 851 yd | |
| Windmill | The Windmill, 103 Nottingham Road | 851 yd | |
| The Salutation | Main Street, Keyworth | 1,005 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmine House | 87 Wolds Drive, Keyworth | 359 yd | |
| Keyworth Fish Bar | 79 Wolds Drive, Keyworth | 359 yd | |
| Mario's Pizza | 93 Wolds Drive, Keyworth | 359 yd | |
| The Bridge Notts CIC | Keyworth Youth Centre, Church Drive | 623 yd | |
| Plumtrees | 99 Nottingham Road, Keyworth | 845 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 100 - 102 Nottingham Road | 805 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Group | The Cooperative Group Limited, 18 The Square | 927 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Keyworth Leisure Centre CHURCH DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 373 yd |
| East Midlands Education Trust Church Drive | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Willow Brook Primary School WILLOW BROOK | grass pitches | 605 yd |
| Rectory Playing Field (Closed) ASHLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 743 yd |
| Keyworth Primary And Nursery School NOTTINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 869 yd |
| Stanton-On-The-Wolds Golf Club GOLF COURSE ROAD | golf | 942 yd |
| The Key Health Club BUNNY LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 977 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 | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.