Taupo Drive is in Hucknall, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG15 6RD is located in the Hucknall West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sherwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Taupo Drive, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 6RD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG15 6QZ, NG15 6RE, NG15 6JW, NG15 6JZ, NG15 6RP, NG15 6RX, NG15 6RL, NG15 6JX, NG15 6RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG15 6RD has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 49.8% | 49% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 40.5% | 36.3% | -4.2% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 49.1% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 9.4% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 (87.9%) 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 | 58% | 51.2% | -6.8% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 36.7% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 8.7% | 0.9% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.3% | 14.6% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 14% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 22.8% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 9.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 6.4% | -1.5% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 13.5% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 26.9% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.2% | 94.7% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98.8% | 97.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 97.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.2% | 37.2% | 17.0% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Taupo Drive was 53.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.8% lower than the Hucknall Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Taupo Drive has the 51st lowest crime rate of 115 local areas in Hucknall Central and the 181st lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Taupo Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2025-09-26 | £144,000 |
| 26 Taupo Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2025-07-25 | £203,619 |
| 23 Taupo Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-08-05 | £218,233 |
| 33 Taupo Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-06-28 | £220,000 |
| 9 Taupo Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-03-28 | £206,695 |
NG15 6RD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewood Primary and Nursery School Edgewood Drive , Hucknall NG15 6HX | 3out of 4 | 386 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hucknall Flying High Academy Shepherd Street , Hucknall NG15 6WU | - not rated | 1,362 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holgate Primary and Nursery School High Leys Road , NG15 6EZ | 2out of 4 | 1,403 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Primary and Nursery School Roberts Lane , Hucknall NG15 6LW | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hucknall National Church of England Primary School Montague Road , Hucknall NG15 7DU | - not rated | 2,637 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Holgate Academy Hillcrest Drive , Hucknall NG15 6PX | 2out of 4 | 809 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The National CofE Academy Annesley Road , Hucknall NG15 7DB | 3out of 4 | 2,543 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kimberley School Newdigate Street , Kimberley NG16 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,765 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,839 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Vale Academy Top Valley Drive , Top Valley NG5 9AZ | 1out of 4 | 4,986 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progression 2work Wrap-Around Learning Hub Greasley Beauvale School , Mill Road NG16 2EY | - not rated | 3,726 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hucknall Baptist Church | 62-64 Ruffs Drive | 643 yd | |
| Dini deli corner | 61 Nabbs Lane | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nabb Inn | Nabbs Lane | 675 yd | |
| Door 57 | 57 Nabbs Lane | 675 yd | |
| The Engine Rooms | Watnall Road | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fryary | 20 Robin Hood Drive | 647 yd | |
| Muncheeze | 22 Robin Hood Drive | 647 yd | |
| Watnall Road Fish Bar | 280 Watnall Road | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edgewood Leisure Centre CHRISTCHURCH ROAD | swimming pool | 228 yd |
| Holgate Academy HILLCREST DRIVE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 823 yd |
| Nabbs Lane Recreation Ground STRATHMORE CLOSE | cycling, grass pitches | 840 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 | 160.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.