Barbara Square is in Hucknall, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG15 8AP is located in the Hucknall North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sherwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barbara Square, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 8AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG15 8AQ, NG15 8BB, NG15 8AW, NG15 8AN, NG15 8BA, NG15 8AY, NG15 8AS, NG15 8AU, NG15 7EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG15 8AP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.8% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.2% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 33.8% | 34.4% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 42.6% | 5.8% | 44.2% | -1.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.2% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 16.9% | 11.7% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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 (65.5%) 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 | 38% | 35.7% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -12.7% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 29.8% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 20.9% | 21.7% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 8.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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.
In the area around NG15 8AP this area, 28.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.9% | 28.2% | -11.7% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 14.6% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 10.7% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6.8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 18.6% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 17.5% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.3% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 98.6% | 96.4% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 96.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.3% | 76.7% | -12.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 34% | 13.5% | 20.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.9% | 37.2% | 12.7% |
| Christian | 44% | 46.2% | -2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barbara Square was 49.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.3% lower than the Hucknall Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barbara Square has the 43rd lowest crime rate of 115 local areas in Hucknall Central and the 167th lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Barbara Square, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £203,500 | 2024-07-29 | £204,313 |
| 75 Barbara Square, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2023-10-27 | £190,262 |
| 119 Barbara Square, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-02-24 | £182,727 |
| 131 Barbara Square, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-02-24 | £203,030 |
| 61 Barbara Square, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2021-12-02 | £204,597 |
NG15 8AP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 937 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Primary and Nursery School Roberts Lane , Hucknall NG15 6LW | 3out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy Leen Mills Lane , Hucknall NG15 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leen Mills Primary School Leen Mills Lane , Vaughan Estate NG15 8BZ | 2out of 4 | 1,363 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linby-cum-Papplewick CofE (VA) Primary School Quarry Lane , Linby NG15 8GA | 3out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 321 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holgate Academy Hillcrest Drive , Hucknall NG15 6PX | 2out of 4 | 1,981 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 5,080 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope for the Homeless | 13 Queen Street, Worksop | 449 yd | |
| Mughal Restaurant & Takeaway | 63 Annesley Road | 866 yd | |
| Moda Italian Restaurant | Annesley Road | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Street W.M.C | St Mary's Way | 733 yd | |
| Damo's | 30a Annesley Road | 964 yd | |
| Havana Blue | 4a-6a Annesley Road | 1,058 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominos Pizza | 161 Annesley Road | 520 yd | |
| Fresh Bites | 17 Washdyke Lane | 604 yd | |
| Annesley Road Fish Bar | 48 Annesley Road | 829 yd | |
| Prego Pizza | 79 Annesley Road | 866 yd | |
| New Red Cap | 87 Annesley Road | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 161a Annesley Road | 637 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The National C Of E Academy Annesley Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 194 yd |
| Linby Colliery Welfare CHURCHSIDE BARN CHURCHSIDE BARN CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Hillside Primary And Nursery School ROBERTS LANE | grass pitches | 937 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 | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.