Herne Street is in Sutton-In-Ashfield and in Ashfield district. NG17 4GW 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 Herne Street, Sutton-in-ashfield, NG17 4GW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG17 4JY, NG17 4JZ, NG17 4LB, NG17 4JW, NG17 4LA, NG17 4JU, NG17 4GY, NG17 4GX, NG17 4LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG17 4GW has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 49.1% | 49% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50.9% | 51% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NG17 4GW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.4% 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 | 43.7% | 54.4% | 10.7% | 37.9% | 16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.9% | 32.2% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 8% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 | 45.6% | 43.8% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 32.1% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 17.2% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 3% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
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 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.3% | 23.7% | -8.6% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.2% | 14.1% | -9.1% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 20.6% | 5.4% | 13.4% | 7.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 13% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.3% | 21% | 10.7% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 6.1% | 1.5% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.4% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 96% | 96.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 96.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 27.6% | 13.5% | 14.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.8% | 37.2% | 21.6% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Herne Street was 45.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.3% lower than the Sutton Central & New Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Herne Street has the 15th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Sutton Central & New Cross and the 146th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Herne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-07-18 | £163,552 |
| 70A Herne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-11-13 | £177,685 |
| 49 Herne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-10-04 | £158,591 |
| 29 Herne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-01-30 | £152,250 |
| 29 Herne Street, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-06-24 | £106,506 |
NG17 4GW 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 | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Nursery Centre Westbourne View , NG17 2HT | - not rated | 1,668 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Kirkby Nursery Centre Off Abbey Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7LN | - not rated | 3,033 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Glade Primary School Mansfield Road , NG17 4FL | - not rated | 357 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Glade Primary School Mansfield Road , NG17 4FL | 3out of 4 | 357 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillocks Primary and Nursery School Unwin Road , NG17 4ND | - not rated | 439 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillocks Primary Academy Unwin Road , NG17 4ND | 2out of 4 | 439 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dalestorth Primary and Nursery School Hill Crescent , NG17 4JA | 3out of 4 | 569 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 | 1,178 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Community Academy High Pavement , NG17 1EE | 3out of 4 | 1,178 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarrydale School Stoneyford Road , NG17 2DU | - not rated | 1,471 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarrydale Academy Stoneyford Road , NG17 2DU | - not rated | 1,471 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | - not rated | 2,907 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 | 2,743 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ethel Wainwright Middle School Westfield Close , Westfield Lane NG19 6BE | - not rated | 3,438 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bull Farm Middle School Bright Square , NG19 7LJ | - not rated | 3,779 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Middle School St John Street , NG18 1QH | - not rated | 3,794 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Oakham Middle School Nottingham Road , NG18 4SH | - not rated | 3,869 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 | 4,215 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 | 1,297 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne School Huthwaite School , NG17 2EL | - not rated | 1,988 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redgate Primary Academy Somersall Street , NG19 6EL | 3out of 4 | 2,886 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redgate School Somersall Street , NG19 6EL | - not rated | 2,886 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakdale Learning Centre Westfield Lane , Mansfield NG19 6AH | - not rated | 3,650 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gourmand Island | 102-104 Outram Street | 561 yd | |
| Bekash Tandoori Restaurant and Takeaway | 83 Outram Street | 590 yd | |
| efes turkish ltd | 91 Outram Street | 590 yd | |
| Fabulous Chicken & Pizzas | 65 Outram Street | 590 yd | |
| Fire Rock Brewing Company | 20-24 Outram Street | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed The Plough | Mansfield Road | 336 yd | |
| Golden Diamond | 47 Stoney Street | 404 yd | |
| New Cross Public House | 167 Outram Street | 429 yd | |
| The Unwin Club Ltd | Unwin Road | 439 yd | |
| Polly Bowls Club CIC | 10 Unwin Road | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fu House | 61a Eastfield Side | 141 yd | |
| Golden Cod Ltd | 4-6 Coxmoor Road | 329 yd | |
| Sea Pearl | 159 Mansfield Road | 332 yd | |
| Santu's plaza | 4 Mansfield Road | 368 yd | |
| Grillers | 2c Mansfield Road | 378 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Store | Mansfield Road | 635 yd | |
| Tesco | Lakeside View | 645 yd | |
| Foodplus | 2c Outram Street | 967 yd | |
| Aldi | Station Road | 974 yd | |
| Lidl | Station Road | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hill Crescent Rec Ground HARWOOD PLACE | grass pitches | 530 yd |
| Dalestorth Primary And Nursery School HILL CRESCENT | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Ashfield Rufc UNWIN ROAD | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Lane End UNWIN ROAD | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Premier Fitness Club (Closed) Outam Street | health and fitness suite | 900 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 | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.