Alexandra Street is in Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG17 7JH is located in the Greenwood & Summit electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alexandra Street, Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 7JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG17 7JP, NG17 7JQ, NG17 7JE, NG17 7HN, NG17 7JS, NG17 7HP, NG17 7JT, NG17 7JJ, NG17 7LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG17 7JH has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 51.2% | 48.4% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 48.8% | 51.6% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 7JH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% 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 | 38.6% | 42.6% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 34.9% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 3.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 14.7% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 4.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 41.6% | 39.7% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -8.7% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 31.9% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 18.4% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 7.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 25.7% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.1% | 13.6% | -5.5% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 17.3% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 23.9% | 12.5% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 15.1% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.4% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 97.7% | 96.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 97.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 25.7% | 13.5% | 12.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.2% | 37.2% | 22.0% |
| Christian | 34.9% | 46.2% | -11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alexandra Street was 81.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.8% lower than the Abbey Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Alexandra Street has the 21st highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Abbey Hill and the 175th highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Alexandra Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2025-09-12 | £182,000 |
| 2A Alexandra Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-03-28 | £193,434 |
| 22 Alexandra Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-11-22 | £160,138 |
| 58 Alexandra Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2024-05-24 | £146,892 |
| 22 Alexandra Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2024-01-19 | £119,417 |
NG17 7JH 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morven Park Primary and Nursery School School Street , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7BT | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Hill Primary & Nursery Abbey Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7NZ | 2out of 4 | 966 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Park Academy Vernon Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8EE | 1out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwood Primary and Nursery School Sutton Middle Lane , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8FX | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leamington Primary and Nursery Academy Clare Road , NG17 5BB | 2out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby College Tennyson Street , NG17 7DH | 1out of 4 | 962 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 1,901 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Community Academy High Pavement , NG17 1EE | 1out of 4 | 2,445 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quarrydale Academy Stoneyford Road , NG17 2DU | 3out of 4 | 3,925 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,300 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bracken Hill School Chartwell Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lammas School C/O Nisai Group , Milton Road HA1 1XB | - not rated | 2,860 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne School Huthwaite School , Sutton in Ashfield NG17 2EL | - not rated | 3,085 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pollyteach Limited The Gables Farm (Bleak Hall) , Off Beauvale Roade NG17 9FW | - not rated | 3,533 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlow Academy Nottingham Road , NG18 5BA | - not rated | 4,547 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freestyle Trampoline Park | Lowmoor Road | 286 yd | |
| The Tea Cup | 99 Lowmoor Road | 533 yd | |
| Subway | 25 Ashfield Precinct | 738 yd | |
| West Notts College Canteen | Julias Way | 776 yd | |
| Hungrilla Gourmet Grill | 37 Station Street | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby East Children's Centre | Pavilion Road | 127 yd | |
| Kirkby Catholic Club | School Street | 776 yd | |
| The Posh Bar and Grill | 1 Ellis Street | 786 yd | |
| three stooges brewery | 1a Ellis Street | 786 yd | |
| Nags Head | Station Street | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste | 234 Lowmoor Road | 362 yd | |
| Jolly Fryer | 94 Lowmoor Road | 491 yd | |
| Tara | 96 Lowmoor Road | 491 yd | |
| Fab's Chicken | 106 Lowmoor Road | 491 yd | |
| Mr Delhi Urban Indian Streetery | 92 Lowmoor Road | 502 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Lowmoor Road | 241 yd | |
| FARMFOODS | Lowmoor Road | 241 yd | |
| Boyes | 15 Lowmoor Road | 751 yd | |
| Morrisons | Ashfield Precinct | 753 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Urban Road | 772 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Summit Centre SUMMIT CENTRE SUMMIT CENTRE PAVILION ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 145 yd |
| B.R.S.A Ground MILLERS WAY | grass pitches | 725 yd |
| Morven Park Primary School SCHOOL STREET | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Abbey Hill Primary School ABBEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 862 yd |
| Festival Hall Leisure Centre HODGKINSON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 873 yd |
| Peak Physique KINGSWAY | health and fitness suite | 910 yd |
| Kirkby College TENNYSON STREET | 939 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 154.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.