Bowne Street is in Sutton-In-Ashfield and in Ashfield district. NG17 4BJ is located in the Sutton Central & New Cross electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bowne Street, Sutton-in-ashfield, NG17 4BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG17 4BQ, NG17 4BH, NG17 4FS, NG17 4BL, NG17 4AP, NG17 4BG, NG17 4AU, NG17 4BD, NG17 4GH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG17 4BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 51.8% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 51.6% | 48.2% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 4BJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.2% 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 | 46.8% | 54.2% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 16.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.8% | 17.6% | -9.2% | 44.2% | -26.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 6.4% | 3.1% | -3.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 21% | 7.1% | 9.1% | 11.9% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.2% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 42.2% | 43.9% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 34.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 15% | 15.7% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 4.5% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 16.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.5% | 22.4% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 14.6% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 19.4% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 17.9% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 16.8% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -17.0% |
| Other | 7.5% | 3% | -4.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.1% | 98.5% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 89.9% 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 | 92.2% | 89.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 5.1% | 7.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 89.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.6% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 3.6% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.2% | 76.7% | -14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 28% | 13.5% | 14.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.6% | 37.2% | 21.4% |
| Christian | 33.6% | 46.2% | -12.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bowne Street was 151.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.8% higher than the Sutton Central & New Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bowne Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Sutton Central & New Cross and the 81st highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 54.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Bowne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2025-06-12 | £87,346 |
| 14 Bowne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £102,900 | 2023-11-15 | £108,018 |
| 10 Bowne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2022-11-24 | £159,895 |
| 16 Bowne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2022-04-13 | £85,798 |
| 10 Bowne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £124,950 | 2020-07-02 | £164,382 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Nursery Centre Westbourne View , NG17 2HT | - not rated | 1,130 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Kirkby Nursery Centre Off Abbey Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7LN | - not rated | 2,864 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priestsic Primary and Nursery School Park Street , NG17 4BB | 3out of 4 | 229 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Primary School Station Road , NG17 5FJ | - not rated | 486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Glade Primary School Mansfield Road , NG17 4FL | - not rated | 545 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Glade Primary School Mansfield Road , NG17 4FL | 3out of 4 | 545 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillocks Primary and Nursery School Unwin Road , NG17 4ND | - not rated | 914 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Centre Community College High Pavement , NG17 1EE | - not rated | 604 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Community Academy High Pavement , NG17 1EE | 3out of 4 | 604 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarrydale School Stoneyford Road , NG17 2DU | - not rated | 1,211 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarrydale Academy Stoneyford Road , NG17 2DU | - not rated | 1,211 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | - not rated | 2,398 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberlands Middle School Townroe Drive , NG19 6JN | - not rated | 3,293 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethel Wainwright Middle School Westfield Close , Westfield Lane NG19 6BE | - not rated | 4,024 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bull Farm Middle School Bright Square , NG19 7LJ | - not rated | 4,285 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Middle School St John Street , NG18 1QH | - not rated | 4,405 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Oakham Middle School Nottingham Road , NG18 4SH | - not rated | 4,422 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Nottinghamshire College Derby Road , NG18 5BH | - not rated | 4,696 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lammas School C/O Nisai Group , Milton Road HA1 1XB | - not rated | 690 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne School Huthwaite School , NG17 2EL | - not rated | 1,381 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redgate Primary Academy Somersall Street , NG19 6EL | 3out of 4 | 3,463 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redgate School Somersall Street , NG19 6EL | - not rated | 3,463 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracken Hill School Chartwell Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 3,660 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Rock Brewing Company | 20-24 Outram Street | 58 yd | |
| de collabo afro restaurant and lounge | 98 Outram Street | 59 yd | |
| The Gourmand Island | 102-104 Outram Street | 106 yd | |
| Bekash Tandoori Restaurant and Takeaway | 83 Outram Street | 117 yd | |
| efes turkish ltd | 91 Outram Street | 117 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Diamond | 47 Stoney Street | 208 yd | |
| New Cross Public House | 167 Outram Street | 368 yd | |
| Picture House | 2 Fox Street | 459 yd | |
| The Nags Head | 37 Low Street | 523 yd | |
| Nags Head | 35 Low Street | 560 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy House | 34-36 Outram Street | 58 yd | |
| Yummy Chicken and Pizza ltd | 90 Outram Street | 59 yd | |
| Hong Kong Garden | 63 Outram Street | 109 yd | |
| Steves Fish Bar | 121 Outram Street | 117 yd | |
| Kwang Tung Restaurant | 95 Outram Street | 117 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foodplus | 2c Outram Street | 368 yd | |
| Asda | Priestsic Road | 479 yd | |
| Aldi | Station Road | 520 yd | |
| Poundworld/Bargain Buys | Units 19-21A The Idlewells Sutton in Ashfield Nottingham | 552 yd | |
| Lidl | Station Road | 593 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Premier Fitness Club (Closed) Outam Street | health and fitness suite | 291 yd |
| Sutton Community Academy Leisure Centre HIGH PAVEMENT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts | 671 yd |
| Hardwick Lane Recreation Ground THE CROFT THE CROFT HARDWICK LANE | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Lammas Leisure Centre LAMMAS ROAD | health and fitness suite, ice rinks, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 909 yd |
| Hill Crescent Rec Ground HARWOOD PLACE | grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Sutton Pools Complex (Closed) Brook Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 996 yd |
| Dalestorth Primary And Nursery School HILL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 1,067 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 67 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.51 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.51 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.