Portland Gardens is in Hucknall, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG15 6RY is located in the Hucknall Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sherwood. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Portland Gardens, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 6RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG15 6LE, NG15 6LD, NG15 6NP, NG15 6LR, NG15 7GT, NG15 6LT, NG15 6LL, NG15 6LB, NG15 6NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG15 6RY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 51.3% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.9% | 48.7% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 NG15 6RY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 19.1% | 23.8% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 56.1% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 6.3% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 16.2% | 13% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.9% | 37.6% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -10.8% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 29.2% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 22.1% | 25.5% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 12.8% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 6.7% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.4% | 24.8% | -16.6% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 10.4% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 11.1% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 8.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 19.3% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.5% | 22.6% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 95.7% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 99.1% | 98% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.7% | 98% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 58.9% | 46.2% | 12.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Portland Gardens was 28.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.0% lower than the Hucknall Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Portland Gardens has the 25th lowest crime rate of 115 local areas in Hucknall Central and the 84th lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Portland Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2024-03-08 | £565,053 |
| 1 Portland Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2017-09-29 | £430,384 |
| 5 Portland Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2015-11-16 | £454,318 |
| 2 Portland Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £248,000 | 2012-06-22 | £445,761 |
| 8 Portland Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2010-04-28 | £610,000 |
NG15 6RY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 NG15 6RY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Primary and Nursery School Roberts Lane , Hucknall NG15 6LW | 3out of 4 | 217 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holgate Primary and Nursery School High Leys Road , NG15 6EZ | 2out of 4 | 674 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hucknall National Church of England Primary School Montague Road , Hucknall NG15 7DU | - not rated | 759 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leen Mills Primary School Leen Mills Lane , Vaughan Estate NG15 8BZ | 2out of 4 | 1,483 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy Leen Mills Lane , Hucknall NG15 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,503 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The National CofE Academy Annesley Road , Hucknall NG15 7DB | 3out of 4 | 802 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holgate Academy Hillcrest Drive , Hucknall NG15 6PX | 2out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,040 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Vale Academy Top Valley Drive , Top Valley NG5 9AZ | 1out of 4 | 4,672 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oakwood Academy Bewcastle Road , Warren Hill NG5 9PJ | 2out of 4 | 4,961 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mughal Restaurant & Takeaway | 63 Annesley Road | 473 yd | |
| Moda Italian Restaurant | Annesley Road | 587 yd | |
| Coffee Pot | 10 South Street | 614 yd | |
| FoodCycle Hucknall | Baker Street | 706 yd | |
| Hope for the Homeless | 13 Queen Street, Worksop | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hucknall Liberal Club | 12 West Street | 553 yd | |
| The Hideout at Hucknall | 2 Yorke Street | 583 yd | |
| Damo's | 30a Annesley Road | 587 yd | |
| Half Moon | South Street | 615 yd | |
| The Plough and Harrow | High Street | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby House | 45 Charles Street | 364 yd | |
| New Red Cap | 87 Annesley Road | 473 yd | |
| Prego Pizza | 79 Annesley Road | 473 yd | |
| Annesley Road Fish Bar | 48 Annesley Road | 485 yd | |
| Fresh Bites | 17 Washdyke Lane | 505 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 161a Annesley Road | 519 yd | |
| Co-op Welcome store | Whyburn Precinct | 798 yd | |
| Aldi | Ashgate Road | 879 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hillside Primary And Nursery School ROBERTS LANE | grass pitches | 374 yd |
| Sol Fitness (Closed) The Byron Centre The Byron Centre Ogle Street | health and fitness suite | 688 yd |
| J R'S Olympia Health & Fitness Studio OLYMPIA HOUSE OLYMPIA HOUSE WATNALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 804 yd |
| The National C Of E Academy Annesley Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,042 yd |
| Hucknall Leisure Centre LINBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,068 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.58 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.58 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.