Primula Grove is in Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG17 8SD is located in the Kirkby Cross & Portland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 2012-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Primula Grove, Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 8SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG17 8SE, NG17 8RW, NG17 8RU, NG17 8SB, NG17 8SH, NG17 8AW, NG17 8SL, NG17 8RX, NG17 8RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG17 8SD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 49.3% | 49.4% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.7% | 50.6% | -0.1% | 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.
In the immediate area around NG17 8SD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% 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 | 40.5% | 47.6% | 7.1% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 35.3% | -2.5% | 44.2% | -8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 10.6% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 | 41.1% | 44.5% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -3.9% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 35.4% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 13.7% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.1% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 24.1% | 18.9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 15.3% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 17% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 18.7% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 24.5% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 94.8% | 94.3% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 94% | 92.2% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 92% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.9% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.5% | 37.2% | 13.3% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Primula Grove was 201.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 101.3% higher than the Kingsway average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Primula Grove has the 2nd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Kingsway and the 49th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Primula Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2025-10-03 | £303,782 |
| 24 Primula Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2025-03-25 | £111,194 |
| 32 Primula Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2024-07-05 | £99,110 |
| 30 Primula Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2024-03-28 | £112,710 |
| 10 Primula Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2022-11-04 | £170,820 |
NG17 8SD 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 | 165 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| 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 | 1,431 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Nursery Centre Westbourne View , NG17 2HT | - not rated | 4,532 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 4,892 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Primary School Kingsway , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7FH | 3out of 4 | 664 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Primary School Kingsway , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7FH | - not rated | 664 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Park Academy Vernon Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8EE | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jeffries Primary and Nursery School Vernon Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8EE | - not rated | 942 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morven Park Primary and Nursery School School Street , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7BT | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Community school | 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 | 603 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Kirkby Tennyson Street , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7DH | - not rated | 603 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby College Tennyson Street , NG17 7DH | - not rated | 603 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | - not rated | 2,410 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 2,410 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 | 5,432 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 | 1,310 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracken Hill School Chartwell Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7HZ | - not rated | 1,310 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lammas School C/O Nisai Group , Milton Road HA1 1XB | - not rated | 4,044 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne School Huthwaite School , NG17 2EL | - not rated | 4,065 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fountaindale School Nottingham Road , NG18 5BA | - not rated | 5,107 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acre View | Kingsway | 502 yd | |
| Kirkby Leisure centre | Hodgkinson Road | 612 yd | |
| The Tea Room | 18-20 Station Street | 677 yd | |
| Scoffers | 4 Station Street | 678 yd | |
| Shun Hing | 10 Kingsway | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Social Club | Lindleys Lane | 596 yd | |
| Wyvern Club | Urban Road | 724 yd | |
| The Dog House | 84-86 Station Street | 724 yd | |
| The Posh Bar and Grill | 1 Ellis Street | 741 yd | |
| three stooges brewery | 1a Ellis Street | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Pizza & Kebab | 31 Kingsway | 669 yd | |
| Classic Canton | 23 Kingsway | 669 yd | |
| Six Foo | 6 Station Street | 678 yd | |
| UK Chicken & Pizza | 12 Kingsway | 688 yd | |
| Ashfield Kebab & Pizza House | 8 Kingsway | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B & M Bargains | Lindley's Lane | 192 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Urban Road | 783 yd | |
| Boyes | 15 Lowmoor Road | 799 yd | |
| Morrisons | Ashfield Precinct | 835 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsway Park HODGKINSON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 393 yd |
| Kirkby College TENNYSON STREET | 604 yd | |
| Festival Hall Leisure Centre HODGKINSON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 634 yd |
| Kingsway Primary School KINGSWAY | grass pitches | 664 yd |
| Peak Physique KINGSWAY | health and fitness suite | 732 yd |
| B.R.S.A Ground MILLERS WAY | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| Morven Park Primary School SCHOOL STREET | grass pitches | 951 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 | 62.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 62.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 62.5% |
| 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 | 36.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 187.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.