Back Lane is in Huthwaite, Sutton-In-Ashfield and in Ashfield district. NG17 2LL is located in the Huthwaite & Brierley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Back Lane, Huthwaite, Sutton-in-ashfield, NG17 2LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG17 2LE, NG17 2LF, NG17 2LG, NG17 2LN, NG17 2LP, NG17 2LH, NG17 2LQ, NG17 2LJ, NG17 2PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG17 2LL has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 52.7% | 47.8% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 47.3% | 52.2% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 | 22.4% | 36.2% | 13.8% | 37.9% | -1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.8% | 29.2% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -15.0% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 24.6% | 18.5% | -6.1% | 9.1% | 9.4% |
| Widowed | 17.2% | 15.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 9.3% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (58%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 21.9% | 23.9% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -24.5% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 34.1% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 23.3% | 23.2% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 17.8% | 10.9% | -6.9% | 4.0% | 6.9% |
| Very bad health | 5.5% | 8% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 6.8% |
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 NG17 2LL this area, 53.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 9.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 57.5% | 53.8% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 35.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 12.3% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 10% | -1.9% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.9% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 7.7% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 3% | 9.2% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -24.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
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 | 97.9% | 92.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 92.8% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.2% | 76.7% | -24.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 44.9% | 13.5% | 31.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.3% | 37.2% | 12.1% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Back Lane was 176.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.8% lower than the Carsic average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Back Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Carsic and the 54th highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Back Lane, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-05-28 | £169,261 |
| 22 Back Lane, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-03-28 | £172,468 |
| 16 Back Lane, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-01-27 | £114,195 |
| San Marino Back Lane, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-09-09 | £217,373 |
| 22 Back Lane, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-08-22 | £132,129 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NG17 2LL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Full-Time Employee | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Normanton Nursery School Hamlet Lane , South Normanton DE55 2JB | 4out of 4 | 4,336 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,945 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland View Primary School Barker Street , Huthwaite NG17 2LH | 2out of 4 | 263 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Huthwaite All Saint's CofE (Aided) Infant & Preschool Common Road , NG17 2JR | 3out of 4 | 645 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalene CofE Primary School Springwood View Close , NG17 2HR | 4out of 4 | 1,811 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mapplewells Primary and Nursery School Henning Lane , NG17 1HU | 4out of 4 | 2,065 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brierley Forest Primary and Nursery School Westbourne View , NG17 2HT | 2out of 4 | 2,338 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarrydale Academy Stoneyford Road , NG17 2DU | 3out of 4 | 2,867 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Community Academy High Pavement , NG17 1EE | 1out of 4 | 3,360 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 3,601 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tibshelf Community School Doe Hill Lane , Tibshelf DE55 5LZ | 3out of 4 | 3,611 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 2out of 4 | 4,245 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westbourne School Huthwaite School , Sutton in Ashfield NG17 2EL | - not rated | 2,403 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lammas School C/O Nisai Group , Milton Road HA1 1XB | - not rated | 2,981 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Lambs Day nursery | 11 Main Street | 284 yd | |
| Rani | 13 Market Street | 289 yd | |
| Huthwaite Tandoori | 17 Market Street | 289 yd | |
| Costa | Market Place | 327 yd | |
| Moreissh Ltd T/A Aokas Food and Wine | 1 Main Street | 327 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brierley Leisure Ltd | 160 Main Street | 182 yd | |
| Market Inn | 15 Main Street | 327 yd | |
| The Market Club(Huthwaite) Ltd | 15 Main Street | 327 yd | |
| The Peacock Hotel | Main Street | 328 yd | |
| Woodend Inn | Chesterfield Road | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Grill and Fish Bar | 15 Market Street | 289 yd | |
| Ciao Bella Pizza | 24 Main Street | 327 yd | |
| Golden Harvest | 22 Main Street | 327 yd | |
| ERKAM LIMITED | 203 Sutton Road | 394 yd | |
| Chip Inn | 149 Sutton Road | 472 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Chesterfield Road | 229 yd | |
| Co-Op | 17-25 Main Street | 327 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Huthwaite Leisure Centre (Closed) New Street | health and fitness suite | 213 yd |
| Brierly Forest Golf Club MAIN STREET | golf | 240 yd |
| Woodland View Primary School BARKER STREET | grass pitches | 263 yd |
| Brierley Forest Park SKEGBY ROAD | grass pitches | 453 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 74.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.