Alfreton Road is in Underwood, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG16 5GB is located in the Underwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alfreton Road, Underwood, Nottingham, NG16 5GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG16 5FF, NG16 5ES, NG16 5FE, NG16 5GA, NG16 5FZ, NG16 5FX, NG16 5FS, NG16 5QZ, NG16 5FR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG16 5GB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.3% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.7% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 29.8% | 32.8% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 49.4% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 8.1% | -3.7% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 35.7% | 45.1% | 9.4% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 33% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 15.7% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.2% | 22.6% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 10.7% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 17.3% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 16.9% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 22.6% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 98% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 98.3% | 96.7% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.7% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.2% | 37.2% | 18.0% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alfreton Road was 61.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.8% higher than the Jacksdale & Westwood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Alfreton Road has the 15th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Jacksdale & Westwood and the 198th lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Alfreton Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-09-10 | £297,094 |
| 38 Alfreton Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2024-06-13 | £185,869 |
| 62C Alfreton Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-10-11 | £145,954 |
| 74 Alfreton Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-03-31 | £133,092 |
| 96 Alfreton Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-02-24 | £135,273 |
NG16 5GB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,889 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bagthorpe Primary School School Road , Bagthorpe NG16 5HB | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Underwood Church of England Primary School Main Road , Underwood NG16 5GN | 3out of 4 | 845 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brinsley Primary and Nursery School Moor Road , Brinsley NG16 5AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,200 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selston CofE Infant and Nursery School Nottingham Road , Selston NG16 6DH | 4out of 4 | 2,445 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westwood Infant and Nursery School Palmerston Street , Westwood NG16 5JA | 3out of 4 | 2,487 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selston High School Chapel Road , Selston NG16 6BW | 3out of 4 | 2,491 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Park Academy Mansfield Road , Eastwood NG16 3EA | 3out of 4 | 4,394 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aldercar High School Daltons Close , Langley Mill NG16 4HL | 3out of 4 | 5,013 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holgate Academy Hillcrest Drive , Hucknall NG15 6PX | 2out of 4 | 5,418 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pollyteach Limited The Gables Farm (Bleak Hall) , Off Beauvale Roade NG17 9FW | - not rated | 3,646 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 | 4,443 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dog and Quayle restaurant | 75a Mansfield Road | 105 yd | |
| 1958 Coffee House | 2a Sandhill Road | 167 yd | |
| The Farm House | Felley Priory | 843 yd | |
| Bagthorpe Athletic F.C. | 82 Lower Bagthorpe | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Underwood Miners Welfare | Alfreton Road | 161 yd | |
| red lion pub | 134 Church Lane | 482 yd | |
| Hole in the Wall | Main Road | 1,003 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Friezeland Recreation Ground Alfreton Road | grass pitches | 166 yd |
| Bracken Park (Underwood Villa Fc) BRACKEN PARK BRACKEN PARK FELLEY MILL LANE NORTH | grass pitches | 279 yd |
| Bagthorpe Primary School BAGTHORPE PRIMARY SCHOOL BAGTHORPE PRIMARY SCHOOL SCHOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| Dixies Arms Park Lower Bagthorpe | grass pitches | 818 yd |
| Underwood Ce Primary School MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 912 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 | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| 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 | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.