Willow Close is in Langley Mill, Nottingham and in Amber Valley district. NG16 4EA 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 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willow Close, Langley Mill, Nottingham, NG16 4EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG16 4DH, NG16 4DZ, NG16 4DY, NG16 4HF, NG16 4DJ, NG16 4FJ, NG16 4GU, NG16 4GR, NG16 4DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG16 4EA has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.5% | 50% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.5% | 50% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 4EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% 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 | 24.9% | 26.9% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 59.8% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.8% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 48.1% | 50.2% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 33.5% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 12% | 13.3% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.4% | 13% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 10.8% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 18.5% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 22.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 24.9% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.9% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.1% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 97.3% | 97.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.2% | 37.2% | 13.0% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Close was 26.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.1% lower than the Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Willow Close has the 11th lowest crime rate of 118 local areas in Codnor, Langley Mill & Aldercar and the 79th lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Amber Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Willow Close, Nottingham, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2020-08-21 | £298,886 |
| 9 Willow Close, Nottingham, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2016-12-09 | £311,505 |
| 8 Willow Close, Nottingham, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2016-03-24 | £275,463 |
| 7 Willow Close, Nottingham, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £179,500 | 2015-12-07 | £284,705 |
| 14 Willow Close, Nottingham, Derbyshire Detached, an established residential building | £173,750 | 2015-08-28 | £283,288 |
NG16 4EA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 154 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 55 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Education | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 459 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldercar Infant School Godkin Drive , Langley Mill NG16 4GL | 4out of 4 | 497 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Mill Academy Bailey Brook Crescent , Langley Mill NG16 4FZ | 1out of 4 | 642 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laceyfields Academy Laceyfields Road , Langley DE75 7HJ | 2out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlpool Junior School Claramount Road , DE75 7HS | 2out of 4 | 1,650 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 | 502 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Park Academy Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | 3out of 4 | 1,780 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heanor Gate Spencer Academy Kirkley Drive , DE75 7RA | 3out of 4 | 2,962 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ripley Academy Peasehill , DE5 3JQ | 1out of 4 | 4,896 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 | 1,828 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 | 3,917 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 | 4,698 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bennerley Fields School Stratford Street , Cotmanhay DE7 8QZ | 4out of 4 | 4,699 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass (Asda Cafe) | Asda Ltd Restaurant Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 470 yd | |
| Royal Gurkha | 2 Cromford Road Langley Mill Heanor Nottingham Derbyshire | 499 yd | |
| Jaylowz | Unit 11 Acorn Centre Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 553 yd | |
| Basilia | 21 Cromford Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 562 yd | |
| Valentinos | 123 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bunny Hop | 19 Cromford Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 562 yd | |
| Inn The Middle | 125 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 576 yd | |
| Railway Tavern Micro Bar Ltd | 188 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 653 yd | |
| Langley Mill United Cricket Club | Langley Mill United Cricket Club Amber Drive Langley Mill Derbyshire | 824 yd | |
| Great Northern Inn | 134 Derby Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Taste House Chinese | 193 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 553 yd | |
| Andy's Chippery | Unit 2 Acorn Centre Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 553 yd | |
| First Class | 123A Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 576 yd | |
| China Mama | 115 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 576 yd | |
| Sergio's Smashburger & Milkshakes | 29 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Station Road Langley Mill Derbyshire | 470 yd | |
| Farm Foods | Units 5 And 6 Acorn Centre Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Langley Mill Derbyshire | 553 yd | |
| Central England Co-operative | 23 Station Road Langley Mill Heanor Derbyshire | 771 yd | |
| Lidl | Access 26 Business Park 210 Derby Road Langley Mill Nottingham | 809 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aldercar Recreation Ground ANDREWS DRIVE | grass pitches | 368 yd |
| Aldercar High School DALTONS CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 608 yd |
| Langley Mill United Cricket Club AMBER DRIVE | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| Langley Mill Academy BAILEY BROOK CRESCENT | grass pitches | 757 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 | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.