Oak Drive is in Eastwood, Nottingham and in Broxtowe district. NG16 3BY is located in the Eastwood St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oak Drive, Eastwood, Nottingham, NG16 3BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG16 3PF, NG16 3PH, NG16 3BW, NG16 3BU, NG16 3RB, NG16 3HW, NG16 3PJ, NG16 3PG, NG16 3RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG16 3BY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 51.3% | 49.6% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 48.7% | 50.4% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 29.3% | 32% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.5% | 49.5% | 3.0% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 9.5% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 38% | 40% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -8.4% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 40.9% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 10% | -6.7% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 7.8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 16.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.9% | 26.1% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 18.1% | 4.5% | 9.6% | 8.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 11.1% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 11.6% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 17.1% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 16.1% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -17.7% |
| Other | 5.6% | 0% | -5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 93.8% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 99.6% | 93% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 93% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.8% | 76.7% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Drive was 31.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.6% lower than the Eastwood Hall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Drive has the lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Eastwood Hall and the 137th lowest crime rate of 366 local areas in Broxtowe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Oak Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2024-11-25 | £70,080 |
| 72 Oak Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-07-29 | £150,343 |
| 86 Oak Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2015-03-25 | £145,755 |
| 50 Oak Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £52,000 | 2014-08-29 | £83,166 |
| 96 Oak Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £83,500 | 2014-03-28 | £158,914 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NG16 3BY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springbank Academy Peacock Drive , Eastwood NG16 3HW | - not rated | 320 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lawrence View Primary and Nursery School Walker Street , Eastwood NG16 3FP | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Florence Nightingale Academy Chewton Street , Eastwood NG16 3HB | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Priory Catholic Voluntary Academy Raglan Street , Hill Top NG16 3GT | 3out of 4 | 1,393 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Mill Church of England Infant School and Nursery Sedgwick Street , Langley Mill NG16 4DT | 3out of 4 | 1,750 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall Park Academy Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | 3out of 4 | 599 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldercar High School Daltons Close , Langley Mill NG16 4HL | 3out of 4 | 2,457 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Spencer Academy Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | 3out of 4 | 4,250 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Kimberley School Newdigate Street , Kimberley NG16 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,855 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy King George Avenue , DE7 5HS | 2out of 4 | 5,247 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,220 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jasmine House School Jasmine House School , 34 Ilkeston Road DE75 7DT | - not rated | 2,860 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bennerley Fields School Stratford Street , Cotmanhay DE7 8QZ | 4out of 4 | 3,109 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Amber Valley and Erewash Support Centre Bennerley Avenue , Cotmanhay DE7 8PF | 3out of 4 | 3,204 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Mountain Education Willow Farm , Off Newton Lane NG16 2SD | - not rated | 4,148 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Indian Kitchen Limited | Zaika, 26 Nottingham Road | 495 yd | |
| Dragon Wells | 19 Nottingham Road, Eastwood | 518 yd | |
| Dog & Parrot Real Ale House | 13 Nottingham Road, Eastwood | 518 yd | |
| Dirty Berty's | 7 Nottingham Road, Eastwood | 528 yd | |
| Grand Siam Thai Restaurant | 42 Nottingham Road, Eastwood | 529 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sun Inn | 6 Derby Road, Eastwood | 378 yd | |
| Old Wine Vaults | The Old Wine Vaults, 11 Church Street | 437 yd | |
| Eastwood & District Conservative Club | 9 Church Street, Eastwood | 437 yd | |
| Mellor's Mews | Mellors Mews, 68A Nottingham Road | 529 yd | |
| Phoenix Cue Sports Ltd | 24 Mansfield Road, Eastwood | 558 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Paz | 6 Nottingham Road, Eastwood | 529 yd | |
| Italiano | 38 Nottingham Road, Eastwood | 529 yd | |
| China City | 76 - 78 Nottingham Road, Eastwood | 529 yd | |
| Oriental Wok | 27 Nottingham Road, Eastwood | 542 yd | |
| Marios Tripple P Parlour | 10 Mansfield Road, Eastwood | 558 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Kelham Way, Eastwood | 558 yd | |
| Iceland | 55-57 Nottingham Road, Eastwood | 637 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, (6357) | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Springbank Primary School PEACOCK DRIVE | grass pitches | 189 yd |
| Eastwood Community Sports Centre MANSFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Hall Park Mansfield Road | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Coronation Park PLUMPTRE WAY | grass pitches | 932 yd |
| Eastwood Cfc (Play Soccer Usa 3G Arena) EASTWOOD TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB EASTWOOD TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB CHEWTON STREET | artificial grass pitch | 999 yd |
| Brookhill Leys Primary School CHEWTON STREET | grass pitches | 1,045 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 | 185.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.