Southwell Rise is in Giltbrook, Nottingham and in Broxtowe district. NG16 2WQ is located in the Greasley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broxtowe. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southwell Rise, Giltbrook, Nottingham, NG16 2WQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG16 2UD, NG16 2WE, NG16 2WB, NG16 2WD, NG16 2US, NG16 2WJ, NG16 2WA, NG16 2UX, NG16 2UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG16 2WQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.6% | 48.8% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 53.4% | 51.2% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 NG16 2WQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.9% 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 | 33% | 37.5% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 51.9% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 7.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 6.1% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 60.9% | 56.2% | -4.7% | 48.4% | 7.8% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 33.6% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 3.6% | 8.9% | 5.3% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around NG16 2WQ this area, 8.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.6% | 8.9% | 0.3% | 18.2% | -9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 13.2% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 16.5% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 7.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 22% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 29.4% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.2% | 92.8% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Other | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 95.8% | 93.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 93.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.4% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 41.2% | 46.2% | -5.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southwell Rise was 30.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.3% lower than the Eastwood Hilltop average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southwell Rise has the 12th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Eastwood Hilltop and the 128th lowest crime rate of 367 local areas in Broxtowe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Southwell Rise, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2025-02-28 | £417,854 |
| 10 Southwell Rise, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-07-30 | £232,259 |
| 5 Southwell Rise, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-04-19 | £242,571 |
| 3 Southwell Rise, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £351,000 | 2022-05-24 | £385,198 |
| 21 Southwell Rise, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-06-18 | £256,831 |
NG16 2WQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 198 |
| Part-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 59 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 47 |
| Education | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Construction | 31 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilthill Primary School Gilt Hill , Kimberley NG16 2GZ | - not rated | 924 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilthill Primary School Gilt Hill , Kimberley NG16 2GZ | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy Raglan Street , Hill Top NG16 3GT | 3out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Catholic Primary School, Eastwood Raglan Street , Hill Top NG16 3GT | - not rated | 1,163 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookhill Leys Junior School Chewton Street , Eastwood NG16 3HB | - not rated | 1,261 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennerley Business and Enterprise College Bennerley Avenue , DE7 8PF | - not rated | 2,303 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kimberley School Newdigate Street , Kimberley NG16 2NJ | - not rated | 2,613 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kimberley School Newdigate Street , Kimberley NG16 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,613 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Comprehensive School Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | - not rated | 2,651 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Park Academy Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | 3out of 4 | 2,651 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South East Derbyshire College Field Road , DE7 5RS | - not rated | 4,982 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastwood Parkside School Chewton Street , Eastwood NG16 3HB | - not rated | 1,285 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee House Christian School Beauvale , NG16 2EZ | - not rated | 1,629 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progression 2 Work Old Beauvale School , Beauvale NG16 2EZ | - not rated | 1,671 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bennerley Fields School Stratford Street , Cotmanhay DE7 8QZ | 3out of 4 | 2,094 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bennerley Fields Specialist Speech and Language College Stratford Street , Cotmanhay DE7 8QZ | - not rated | 2,094 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carole's Snack Bar | 12 Giltway, Giltbrook | 340 yd | |
| Pizza Express | 1B Giltbrook Retail Park, Ikea Way | 388 yd | |
| Frankie & Benny's | Frankie & Benny's, (Giltbrook 5231) | 388 yd | |
| Starbucks | 16 Giltbrook Retail Park, Ikea Way | 388 yd | |
| Subway | 17 Giltbrook Retail Park, Ikea Way | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caught & Bowled | 493 Nottingham Road, Giltbrook | 459 yd | |
| The Hayloft | 441 Nottingham Road, Giltbrook | 541 yd | |
| Foresters Arms | 254 Main Street, Newthorpe | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny | 77 Smithurst Road, Giltbrook | 91 yd | |
| Doughnotts | Giltbrook Retail Park, Ikea Way | 388 yd | |
| Queens Palace | 451 Nottingham Road, Giltbrook | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 5 Giltbrook Retail Park, Ikea Way | 388 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | 519 Nottingham Road, Giltbrook | 498 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birnham Park SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND HALLS LANE | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Digby Street Pitch KIMBERLEY MINERS WELFARE FOOTBALL GROUND KIMBERLEY MINERS WELFARE FOOTBALL GROUND DIGBY STREET | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy RAGLAN STREET | grass pitches | 1,019 yd |
| Gilthill Primary School GILT HILL | grass pitches | 1,042 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 | 100.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 281.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.