Dorothy Avenue is in Hucknall, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG15 8DL 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 Dorothy Avenue, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 8DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG15 8DJ, NG15 8BS, NG15 8DF, NG15 8DG, NG15 8BQ, NG15 8DE, NG15 8DH, NG15 8DD, NG15 8BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG15 8DL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.9% | 50.9% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 45.1% | 49.1% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 8DL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 16.6% | 24.6% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.3% | 56.5% | -10.8% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 4.8% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 9% | 12.6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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 | 32% | 37% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 37% | -4.8% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 18.7% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 5.7% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 27.5% | 19.5% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16.1% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 9.3% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 13.2% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 27.8% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 100% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.2% 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% | 98.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 98.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dorothy Avenue was 63.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.7% lower than the Hucknall Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dorothy Avenue has the 58th lowest crime rate of 115 local areas in Hucknall Central and the 208th lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Dorothy Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2005-07-29 | £314,275 |
| 1 Dorothy Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2001-07-06 | £190,176 |
NG15 8DL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NG15 8DL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy Leen Mills Lane , Hucknall NG15 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 545 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leen Mills Primary School Leen Mills Lane , Vaughan Estate NG15 8BZ | 2out of 4 | 622 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Linby-cum-Papplewick CofE (VA) Primary School Quarry Lane , Linby NG15 8GA | 3out of 4 | 928 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beardall Fields Primary and Nursery School Kenbrook Road , Hucknall NG15 8HY | 2out of 4 | 997 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hucknall National Church of England Primary School Montague Road , Hucknall NG15 7DU | - not rated | 1,115 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 | 1,304 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holgate Academy Hillcrest Drive , Hucknall NG15 6PX | 2out of 4 | 2,916 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oakwood Academy Bewcastle Road , Warren Hill NG5 9PJ | 2out of 4 | 4,947 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 5,061 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Vale Academy Top Valley Drive , Top Valley NG5 9AZ | 1out of 4 | 5,178 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooke Farm Cafe | Brooke Farm, 12 Main Street | 887 yd | |
| Hucknall Young Peoples Centre | Linby Road | 914 yd | |
| Hucknall Leisure Centre | Linby Road | 914 yd | |
| Sports Gateway | Kenbrook Road | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Store | Emperors Way | 859 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hucknall Cricket Club HUCKNALL CRICKET CLUB HUCKNALL CRICKET CLUB HAYDEN LANE | grass pitches | 230 yd |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School LEEN MILLS LANE | grass pitches | 435 yd |
| Leen Mills Primary School LEEN MILLS LANE | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Linby Colliery Welfare CHURCHSIDE BARN CHURCHSIDE BARN CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Papplewick Green LEABROOK GARDENS | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| Hucknall Leisure Centre LINBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 985 yd |
| Linby Cum Papplewick Ce Primary School QUARRY LANE | grass pitches | 1,000 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.