Belfry Close is in Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG17 8NS is located in the Larwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Belfry Close, Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 8NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG17 8NN, NG17 8NP, NG17 8NW, NG17 8NR, NG17 8NG, NG17 8ET, NG17 8NX, NG17 8PW, NG17 8NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG17 8NS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 52.4% | 52% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 | 34.9% | 39.6% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 40% | -5.3% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.6% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 54.2% | 41% | -13.2% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 24.9% | 38.1% | 13.2% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14.7% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 2.9% | -3.7% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 16.7% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 11% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 25.1% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 11.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.8% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 19.8% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 19.8% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.6% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| White | 98.2% | 95.7% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
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 | 96.7% | 96.8% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52% | 37.2% | 14.8% |
| Christian | 41.3% | 46.2% | -4.9% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Belfry Close was 112.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.9% higher than the Abbey Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Belfry Close has the 15th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Abbey Hill and the 122nd highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Belfry Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-11-28 | £160,792 |
| 12 Belfry Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-05-02 | £193,236 |
| 4 Belfry Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2023-12-11 | £168,306 |
| 1 Belfry Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2023-06-02 | £162,607 |
| 17 Belfry Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-01-31 | £131,172 |
NG17 8NS 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 | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,343 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Nursery Centre Westbourne View , NG17 2HT | - not rated | 2,670 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,498 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Primary and Nursery School Sutton Middle Lane , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8FX | - not rated | 113 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenwood Primary and Nursery School Sutton Middle Lane , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8FX | - not rated | 113 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leamington Primary and Nursery Academy Clare Road , NG17 5BB | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leamington Primary and Nursery Academy Clare Road , NG17 5BB | - not rated | 807 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leamington Primary and Nursery School Clare Road , NG17 5BB | - not rated | 807 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 | - not rated | 608 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 608 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby College Tennyson Street , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7DH | - not rated | 1,715 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Kirkby Tennyson Street , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7DH | - not rated | 1,715 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby College Tennyson Street , NG17 7DH | - not rated | 1,715 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 5,401 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 | 2,157 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracken Hill School Chartwell Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7HZ | - not rated | 2,157 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne School Huthwaite School , NG17 2EL | - not rated | 2,175 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lammas School C/O Nisai Group , Milton Road HA1 1XB | - not rated | 2,233 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Cafe | Sutton Road | 608 yd | |
| Ego Sutton In Ashfield | Sutton Road | 841 yd | |
| The West Park Academy | Vernon Road | 962 yd | |
| Direct Desserts | 96-98 Victoria Road | 1,023 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coronation Club | Bannerman Road | 769 yd | |
| Bentinck Miners Welfare | Sutton Road | 858 yd | |
| Dandy Cock | 184a Victoria Road | 925 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Blue Kirkby | 7 Greenwood Drive | 669 yd | |
| Mr Chan's | 176 Victoria Road | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Road Stores | 114 Sutton Road | 399 yd | |
| Co-Op | 7 Chapel Street | 896 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Primary School SUTTON MIDDLE LANE | grass pitches | 118 yd |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School & Leisure Centre SUTTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 596 yd |
| Bentinck Miners Welfare SUTTON ROAD | grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Leamington Primary And Nursery Academy CLARE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 825 yd |
| Orchard Primary & Nursery School CHAPEL STREET | grass pitches | 932 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.