Eric Avenue is in Hucknall, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG15 8AU 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 Eric Avenue, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 8AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG15 8AX, NG15 8BA, NG15 8JL, NG15 8AY, NG15 8AS, NG15 8JQ, NG15 8AW, NG15 8BB, NG15 8AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG15 8AU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 53.3% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 49.5% | 46.7% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 32.8% | 37.7% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.1% | 42.6% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -1.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 11.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 7.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 46.6% | 39.1% | -7.5% | 48.4% | -9.3% |
| Good health | 28.7% | 40.2% | 11.5% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 16.4% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.9% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.2% | 24% | -6.2% | 18.2% | 5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 10.9% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 17.6% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 8.1% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 21.3% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 18.1% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 7.2% | 0% | -7.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.7% | 96.1% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 98.2% | 96.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.7% | 2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eric Avenue was 171.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.6% lower than the Hucknall Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Eric Avenue has the 19th highest crime rate of 116 local areas in Hucknall Central and the 68th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23A Eric Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2026-04-10 | £240,000 |
| 19 Eric Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-05-19 | £250,898 |
| 7 Eric Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-05-20 | £166,658 |
| 23 Eric Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-09-30 | £216,929 |
| 1 Eric Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-09-27 | £216,929 |
NG15 8AU 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hucknall National Church of England (VA) Primary School Montague Road , Hucknall NG15 7DU | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hucknall National Church of England Primary School Montague Road , Hucknall NG15 7DU | 3out of 4 | 1,047 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hucknall National CofE Infant School Montague Road , Hucknall NG15 7DU | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hucknall National CofE Junior School Montague Road , Hucknall NG15 7DU | - not rated | 1,085 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whyburn Primary School Roberts Lane , Hucknall NG15 6LW | - not rated | 1,111 yd | Community 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 | 481 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The National School, A CofE Technology College Annesley Road , Hucknall NG15 7DB | - not rated | 481 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holgate Comprehensive School Hillcrest Drive , Hucknall NG15 6PX | - not rated | 2,124 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holgate Academy Nabbs Lane , Hucknall NG15 6HB | 2out of 4 | 2,195 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 2out of 4 | 5,229 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bestwood Village School School Walk , Bestwood Village NG6 8UU | - not rated | 3,945 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope for the Homeless | 13 Queen Street, Worksop | 666 yd | |
| Brooke Farm Cafe | Brooke Farm, 12 Main Street | 1,079 yd | |
| Mughal Restaurant & Takeaway | 63 Annesley Road | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Street W.M.C | St Mary's Way | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominos Pizza | 161 Annesley Road | 732 yd | |
| Fresh Bites | 17 Washdyke Lane | 807 yd | |
| Annesley Road Fish Bar | 48 Annesley Road | 1,046 yd | |
| Prego Pizza | 79 Annesley Road | 1,083 yd | |
| New Red Cap | 87 Annesley Road | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 161a Annesley Road | 853 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The National C Of E Academy Annesley Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 298 yd |
| Linby Colliery Welfare CHURCHSIDE BARN CHURCHSIDE BARN CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 863 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 | 172.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.