Amber Drive is in Langley Mill, Nottingham and in Amber Valley district. NG16 4BE is located in the Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Amber Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Amber Drive, Langley Mill, Nottingham, NG16 4BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DE75 7HY, DE75 7HX, NG16 4BN, NG16 4BP, NG16 4DU, NG16 4DS, NG16 4BQ, NG16 4BH, NG16 4BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG16 4BE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 48.2% | 48.9% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 51.8% | 51.1% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 4BE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.5% 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 | 36.1% | 47.5% | 11.4% | 37.9% | 9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 28% | -6.7% | 44.2% | -16.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 16.9% | 16.5% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 3.4% | -4.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 | 41.6% | 44.6% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 33.8% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 15.7% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.1% | 24.3% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 16.2% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 14.9% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 6% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 16.6% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 22.1% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.7% | 96.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 92.8% 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% | 92.8% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 93.4% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.6% | 76.7% | -10.1% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 26.2% | 13.5% | 12.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.2% | 37.2% | 26.0% |
| Christian | 26.3% | 46.2% | -19.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Amber Drive was 151.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.4% higher than the Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Amber Drive has the 22nd highest crime rate of 118 local areas in Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar and the 45th highest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit B1 Brook Court Amber Drive, Nottingham, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-04-30 | £186,440 |
| Sherwood Packaging Ltd Amber Drive, Nottingham, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2018-04-20 | £760,864 |
| Unit 1B Amber Drive, Nottingham, Derbyshire Other, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2016-05-31 | £155,151 |
| Unit 6 Brook Court Amber Drive, Nottingham, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2007-07-31 | £168,269 |
| Unit 3 Brook Court Amber Drive, Nottingham, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2004-10-29 | £241,593 |
NG16 4BE 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 | 93 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Mill Church of England Infant School and Nursery Sedgwick Street , Langley Mill NG16 4DT | 3out of 4 | 367 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laceyfields Academy Laceyfields Road , Langley DE75 7HJ | 2out of 4 | 552 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlpool Junior School Claramount Road , DE75 7HS | 2out of 4 | 841 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Mill Academy Bailey Brook Crescent , Langley Mill NG16 4FZ | 1out of 4 | 1,079 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlpool Infant School Prospect Road , Marlpool DE75 7NF | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldercar High School Daltons Close , Langley Mill NG16 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,150 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Park Academy Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | 3out of 4 | 1,800 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Spencer Academy Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | 3out of 4 | 2,617 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ripley Academy Peasehill , DE5 3JQ | 1out of 4 | 5,362 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmine House School Jasmine House School , 34 Ilkeston Road DE75 7DT | - not rated | 1,280 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progression 2work Wrap-Around Learning Hub Greasley Beauvale School , Mill Road NG16 2EY | - not rated | 3,889 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Amber Valley and Erewash Support Centre Bennerley Avenue , Cotmanhay DE7 8PF | 3out of 4 | 3,994 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bennerley Fields School Stratford Street , Cotmanhay DE7 8QZ | 4out of 4 | 4,029 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Mountain Education Willow Farm , Off Newton Lane NG16 2SD | - not rated | 5,168 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valentinos | 123 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 248 yd | |
| Trent Bus Company (Trent Barton Bus Canteen) | Trent Buses Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 471 yd | |
| Jaylowz | Unit 11 Acorn Centre Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 541 yd | |
| Compass (Asda Cafe) | Asda Ltd Restaurant Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 584 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurant | McDonalds 206 Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Mill United Cricket Club | Langley Mill United Cricket Club Amber Drive Langley Mill Derbyshire | 0 yd | |
| Inn The Middle | 125 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 248 yd | |
| Railway Tavern Micro Bar Ltd | 188 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 698 yd | |
| The Bunny Hop | 19 Cromford Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 725 yd | |
| Great Northern Inn | 134 Derby Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Class | 123A Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 248 yd | |
| China Mama | 115 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 248 yd | |
| Sergio's Smashburger & Milkshakes | 29 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 343 yd | |
| New Taste House Chinese | 193 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 541 yd | |
| Andy's Chippery | Unit 2 Acorn Centre Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 541 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central England Co-operative | 23 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 471 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Units 5 And 6 Acorn Centre Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Langley Mill Derbyshire | 541 yd | |
| Asda | Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 584 yd | |
| Lidl | Access 26 Business Park 210 Derby Road Langley Mill Nottingham | 672 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Langley Mill United Cricket Club AMBER DRIVE | grass pitches | 103 yd |
| Aldercar Recreation Ground ANDREWS DRIVE | grass pitches | 917 yd |
| William Gregg Vc Leisure Centre HANDS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,039 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 | 91.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 31.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 31.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 31.1% |
| 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 | 66.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.