Lime Tree Avenue is in Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG17 8BJ is located in the Kirkby Cross & Portland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lime Tree Avenue, Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 8BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG17 8AU, NG17 8BL, NG17 8AT, NG17 8BB, NG17 8BN, NG17 8BA, NG17 8AX, NG17 8EF, NG17 8BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG17 8BJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 52.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 45.5% | 47.4% | 1.9% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 26.8% | 28.5% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 50.2% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 7% | 9% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 10.9% | 1.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.6% | 40.5% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 33.1% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 18.7% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 5.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23% | 18.7% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 8.2% | -9.2% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 14.6% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.9% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 21.7% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 24.7% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.7% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 98.9% | 97.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 97.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lime Tree Avenue was 45.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.7% lower than the Kingsway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lime Tree Avenue has the 14th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Kingsway and the 148th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% 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 Lime Tree Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2024-06-03 | £223,670 |
| 14 Lime Tree Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-11-17 | £241,667 |
| 26 Lime Tree Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-12-02 | £258,566 |
| 24 Lime Tree Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-03-31 | £215,728 |
| 20 Lime Tree Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-12-17 | £204,362 |
NG17 8BJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NG17 8BJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NG17 8BJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby Nursery Centre Off Abbey Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7LN | - not rated | 1,262 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Nursery Centre Westbourne View , NG17 2HT | - not rated | 3,709 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,380 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The West Park Academy Vernon Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8EE | 3out of 4 | 287 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jeffries Primary and Nursery School Vernon Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8EE | - not rated | 287 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Primary School and Nursery Chapel Street , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8JY | 3out of 4 | 504 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwood Primary and Nursery School Sutton Middle Lane , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8FX | - not rated | 928 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwood Primary and Nursery School Sutton Middle Lane , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8FX | - not rated | 928 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkby College Tennyson Street , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7DH | - not rated | 997 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Kirkby Tennyson Street , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7DH | - not rated | 997 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby College Tennyson Street , NG17 7DH | - not rated | 997 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | - not rated | 1,503 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 1,503 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,698 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracken Hill School Chartwell Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7HZ | - not rated | 1,698 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne School Huthwaite School , NG17 2EL | - not rated | 3,206 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lammas School C/O Nisai Group , Milton Road HA1 1XB | - not rated | 3,262 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Desserts | 96-98 Victoria Road | 196 yd | |
| The West Park Academy | Vernon Road | 242 yd | |
| Scoffers | 4 Station Street | 863 yd | |
| The Tea Room | 18-20 Station Street | 879 yd | |
| Kirkby Leisure centre | Hodgkinson Road | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dandy Cock | 184a Victoria Road | 116 yd | |
| Coronation Club | Bannerman Road | 302 yd | |
| Wyvern Club | Urban Road | 495 yd | |
| Duke of Wellington | Church Street | 715 yd | |
| Bentinck Miners Welfare | Sutton Road | 752 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Chan's | 176 Victoria Road | 146 yd | |
| Ocean Blue Kirkby | 7 Greenwood Drive | 517 yd | |
| Six Foo | 6 Station Street | 863 yd | |
| Sunrise Pizza & Kebab House | 13 Station Street | 932 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 21-21a Station Street | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 7 Chapel Street | 432 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Urban Road | 715 yd | |
| B & M Bargains | Lindley's Lane | 887 yd | |
| Boyes | 15 Lowmoor Road | 1,066 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orchard Primary & Nursery School CHAPEL STREET | grass pitches | 504 yd |
| B.R.S.A Ground MILLERS WAY | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Bentinck Miners Welfare SUTTON ROAD | grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Festival Hall Leisure Centre HODGKINSON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 875 yd |
| Greenwood Primary School SUTTON MIDDLE LANE | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Kirkby College TENNYSON STREET | 997 yd | |
| Titchfield Park FYFIELD FYFIELD CHURCH STREET | grass pitches | 1,040 yd |
| Kingsway Park HODGKINSON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,087 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 | 66.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.