Watnall Road is in Hucknall, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG15 7JW is located in the Hucknall Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sherwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Watnall Road, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 7JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG15 7JQ, NG15 7JX, NG15 7JS, NG15 7JR, NG15 7JU, NG15 7JL, NG15 7LD, NG15 7LE, NG15 7LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG15 7JW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 50.5% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 45.1% | 49.5% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NG15 7JW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.1% | 47.6% | -0.5% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.8% | 23.8% | -6.0% | 44.2% | -20.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 14% | 14.7% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 10% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.5% | 41.9% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 38.8% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.8% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 2.1% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.6% | 27% | 1.4% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 10% | -9.4% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 16% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.8% | 18.5% | 0.7% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 21.3% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 94.2% | 93.9% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 96.4% | 90.6% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 91.5% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.4% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.7% | 76.7% | -11.0% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.9% | 13.5% | 15.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.2% | 37.2% | 25.0% |
| Christian | 28.3% | 46.2% | -17.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Watnall Road was 364.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 104.5% higher than the Hucknall Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Watnall Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 115 local areas in Hucknall Central and the 19th highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 218.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84C Watnall Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2006-08-02 | £88,971 |
| Full-Time Employee | 130 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hucknall National Church of England Primary School Montague Road , Hucknall NG15 7DU | - not rated | 640 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holgate Primary and Nursery School High Leys Road , NG15 6EZ | 2out of 4 | 948 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Primary and Nursery School Roberts Lane , Hucknall NG15 6LW | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leen Mills Primary School Leen Mills Lane , Vaughan Estate NG15 8BZ | 2out of 4 | 1,098 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy Leen Mills Lane , Hucknall NG15 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,153 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 | 1,193 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holgate Academy Hillcrest Drive , Hucknall NG15 6PX | 2out of 4 | 1,610 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,609 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Vale Academy Top Valley Drive , Top Valley NG5 9AZ | 1out of 4 | 4,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oakwood Academy Bewcastle Road , Warren Hill NG5 9PJ | 2out of 4 | 4,249 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cochini | 84 Watnall Road | 7 yd | |
| Hucknall Cafe Coffee Shop | 4 Watnall Road | 247 yd | |
| Under One Roof | 3a Vine Terrace | 255 yd | |
| Papa Franko | 2 Watnall Road | 256 yd | |
| The Arc Cinema | High Street | 257 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Dragon | Watnall Road | 29 yd | |
| Spot On Leisure Ltd | Vine Terrace | 186 yd | |
| T8’s Wine Bar | High Street | 237 yd | |
| Cashino | 35 High Street | 254 yd | |
| The Cow Shed | Rear of 49 High Street | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Chow | 59a Watnall Road | 61 yd | |
| Star Palace | 47a Watnall Road | 61 yd | |
| Laylas Kitchen | 55a Watnall Road | 61 yd | |
| Atlantis Fish Bar | 57a Watnall Road | 75 yd | |
| Food Xpress | 6 Watnall Road | 136 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Welcome store | Whyburn Precinct | 104 yd | |
| Aldi | Ashgate Road | 445 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Ashgate Road | 657 yd | |
| Tesco | Ashgate Road | 657 yd | |
| Tesco | 161a Annesley Road | 897 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| J R'S Olympia Health & Fitness Studio OLYMPIA HOUSE OLYMPIA HOUSE WATNALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 128 yd |
| Sol Fitness (Closed) The Byron Centre The Byron Centre Ogle Street | health and fitness suite | 424 yd |
| Hucknall Leisure Centre LINBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 666 yd |
| Titchfield Park (Hazelgrove) PARK DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 735 yd |
| Papplewick Green LEABROOK GARDENS | grass pitches | 1,038 yd |
| Leen Mills Primary School LEEN MILLS LANE | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 67.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.