Windmill Way is in Huthwaite, Sutton-In-Ashfield and in Ashfield district. NG17 2TQ is located in the Huthwaite & Brierley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 2012-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Windmill Way, Huthwaite, Sutton-in-ashfield, NG17 2TQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG17 2TR, NG17 2TH, NG17 2TG, NG17 2TE, NG17 2NN, NG17 2TA, NG17 2SP, NG17 2TB, NG17 2SR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG17 2TQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 50.5% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.7% | 49.5% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 NG17 2TQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.1% 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 | 31.3% | 48.1% | 16.8% | 37.9% | 10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 40.1% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -4.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 6.7% | -7.0% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 1.3% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.1% | 59.6% | 7.5% | 48.4% | 11.2% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 33% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 5.5% | -5.2% | 12.7% | -7.2% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 2% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 2TQ this area, 4.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 4.8% | -26.5% | 18.2% | -13.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 6.4% | -8.7% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 17.5% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6.4% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 26.8% | 12.6% | 16.9% | 9.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 36.3% | 21.4% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 2.6% | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.6% | 93.2% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 89.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.6% | 89.4% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 7.5% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 89.2% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 7.3% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 7% | 1.3% | 5.7% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.5% | 37.2% | 19.3% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windmill Way was 17.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.4% lower than the Carsic average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Windmill Way has the lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Carsic and the 37th lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 32.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3A Windmill Way, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2025-07-25 | £199,556 |
| 2 Windmill Way, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2025-03-14 | £282,970 |
| 33 Windmill Way, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £193,500 | 2022-06-30 | £197,962 |
| 33 Windmill Way, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £193,500 | 2022-06-23 | £197,962 |
| 21 Windmill Way, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2021-08-21 | £200,610 |
NG17 2TQ 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 | 204 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Retired | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 49 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Education | 27 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Transport and storage | 22 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 4,111 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,180 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huthwaite All Saint's CofE (Aided) Infant & Preschool Common Road , NG17 2JR | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mapplewells Primary and Nursery School Henning Lane , NG17 1HU | 4out of 4 | 899 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary Magdalene CofE Primary School Springwood View Close , NG17 2HR | 4out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodland View Primary School Barker Street , Huthwaite NG17 2LH | 2out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brierley Forest Primary and Nursery School Westbourne View , NG17 2HT | 2out of 4 | 1,837 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 2,426 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Community Academy High Pavement , NG17 1EE | 1out of 4 | 2,564 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarrydale Academy Stoneyford Road , NG17 2DU | 3out of 4 | 2,635 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Gent School Mansfield Road , South Normanton DE55 2ER | 2out of 4 | 3,802 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tibshelf Community School Doe Hill Lane , Tibshelf DE55 5LZ | 3out of 4 | 4,603 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,596 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lammas School C/O Nisai Group , Milton Road HA1 1XB | - not rated | 2,279 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracken Hill School Chartwell Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 5,152 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teamworks Karting East Midlands | 4-5 Fullwood Road North | 740 yd | |
| Forest Fodder, Brierley Cafe | Skegby Road | 836 yd | |
| Costa | Market Place | 903 yd | |
| Rani | 13 Market Street | 927 yd | |
| Huthwaite Tandoori | 17 Market Street | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Peacock Hotel | Main Street | 938 yd | |
| Market Inn | 15 Main Street | 939 yd | |
| The Market Club(Huthwaite) Ltd | 15 Main Street | 939 yd | |
| Travellers Rest | Huthwaite Road | 1,004 yd | |
| The Snipe | Alfreton Road | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woo Hing | 9 Sutton Road | 677 yd | |
| The little cob shop | 13 Sutton Road | 677 yd | |
| Chip Inn | 149 Sutton Road | 799 yd | |
| ERKAM LIMITED | 203 Sutton Road | 824 yd | |
| Turkish Grill and Fish Bar | 15 Market Street | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 17-25 Main Street | 939 yd | |
| The Co-Op | 137 Alfreton Road | 947 yd | |
| Tesco | 170 Alfreton Road | 1,003 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Chesterfield Road | 1,012 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mansfield Hosiery Mills Sports & Social Club THE FIELDINGS | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Charnwood Street Recreation Ground (Closed) Charnwood Street | grass pitches | 864 yd |
| Huthwaite Leisure Centre (Closed) New Street | health and fitness suite | 1,029 yd |
| Brierley Forest Park SKEGBY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 178.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.