Bassett Close is in Kimberley, Nottingham and in Broxtowe district. NG16 2LG is located in the Kimberley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broxtowe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bassett Close, Kimberley, Nottingham, NG16 2LG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG16 2LF, NG16 2JF, NG16 2LJ, NG16 2TS, NG16 2NZ, NG16 2NW, NG16 2JH, NG16 2NY, NG16 2LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG16 2LG 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 | 50% | 50.9% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 50% | 49.1% | -0.9% | 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 area around NG16 2LG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.6% 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 | 31.3% | 44.6% | 13.3% | 37.9% | 6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.7% | 23.9% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -20.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 7.2% | 3.3% | -3.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 24.7% | 21.2% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 12.1% |
| Widowed | 9% | 6% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.7%) 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 | 22.8% | 30.6% | 7.8% | 48.4% | -17.8% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 31.1% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 28.8% | 19.8% | -9.0% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 9.8% | 15.3% | 5.5% | 4.0% | 11.3% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 3.2% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 NG16 2LG this area, 37.1% 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 9.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.8% | 37.1% | -14.7% | 18.2% | 18.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 11.8% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.2% | 15.6% | 8.4% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 9.7% | 7.9% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 13.4% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.4% | 9.7% | -1.7% | 33.8% | -24.1% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 94.1% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
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 | 97.8% | 98.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 98.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32% | 13.5% | 18.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.3% | 37.2% | 17.1% |
| Christian | 38% | 46.2% | -8.2% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bassett Close was 80.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.1% higher than the Watnall & Nuthall West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bassett Close has the 7th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Watnall & Nuthall West and the 103rd highest crime rate of 366 local areas in Broxtowe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Bassett Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2023-03-24 | £164,063 |
| 12 Bassett Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-09-28 | £165,730 |
| 10 Bassett Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2017-03-10 | £170,076 |
| 11 Bassett Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2015-04-20 | £158,410 |
| 12 Bassett Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £79,500 | 2014-11-07 | £138,179 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywell Primary School Hardy Street , Kimberley NG16 2JL | 3out of 4 | 462 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilthill Primary School Gilt Hill , Kimberley NG16 2GZ | 3out of 4 | 516 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kimberley Primary School Swingate , Kimberley NG16 2PG | 2out of 4 | 1,889 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greasley Beauvale Primary School Greasley Avenue , Newthorpe NG16 2FJ | 3out of 4 | 1,980 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Awsworth Primary and Nursery School The Lane , Awsworth NG16 2QS | 3out of 4 | 2,070 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kimberley School Newdigate Street , Kimberley NG16 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,357 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Park Academy Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | 3out of 4 | 3,716 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holgate Academy Hillcrest Drive , Hucknall NG15 6PX | 2out of 4 | 4,627 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy King George Avenue , DE7 5HS | 2out of 4 | 5,216 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 5,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilborough College Bilborough Road , Bilborough NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 5,192 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progression 2work Wrap-Around Learning Hub Greasley Beauvale School , Mill Road NG16 2EY | - not rated | 1,977 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bennerley Fields School Stratford Street , Cotmanhay DE7 8QZ | 4out of 4 | 3,034 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Mountain Education Willow Farm , Off Newton Lane NG16 2SD | - not rated | 3,084 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Amber Valley and Erewash Support Centre Bennerley Avenue , Cotmanhay DE7 8PF | 3out of 4 | 3,348 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury Academy Chingford Road , Bilborough NG8 3BT | 3out of 4 | 5,281 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escape Family Entertainment Centre | 6 Pentrich Road, Giltbrook Industrial Park | 1,019 yd | |
| Simla Indian Restaurant | 5 James Street, Kimberley | 1,059 yd | |
| Sinatra's | 4 James Street, Kimberley | 1,059 yd | |
| Madhatters | 20 James Street, Kimberley | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miners Return | 125 Eastwood Road, Kimberley | 529 yd | |
| Nelson And Railway | Nelson And Railway Hotel, 12 Station Road | 837 yd | |
| Cricketers Rest | 4 Chapel Street, Kimberley | 988 yd | |
| Kimberley Institute Cricket Club | Newdigate Street, Kimberley | 1,052 yd | |
| Royal Oak | 25 Main Road, Watnall | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Panda Takeaway | 82 Eastwood Road, Kimberley | 493 yd | |
| Kimberley Fish Bar | 125A Eastwood Road, Kimberley | 542 yd | |
| James Street Old English Chippy | 1 James Street, Kimberley | 1,059 yd | |
| The Oriental | 2 James Street, Kimberley | 1,059 yd | |
| Muckys | 9 James Street, Kimberley | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 519 Nottingham Road, Giltbrook | 1,037 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hollywell Primary School HARDY STREET | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| Gilthill Primary School GILT HILL | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Digby Street Pitch KIMBERLEY MINERS WELFARE FOOTBALL GROUND KIMBERLEY MINERS WELFARE FOOTBALL GROUND DIGBY STREET | grass pitches | 825 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 | 43.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.