Sherwood Place is in Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham and in Ashfield district. NG17 9ED is located in the Annesley & Kirkby Woodhouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ashfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sherwood Place, Kirkby In Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17 9ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG17 9EB, NG17 9EA, NG17 9AH, NG17 9EE, NG17 9GE, NG17 9EH, NG17 9EF, NG17 9EG, NG17 9GD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG17 9ED, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 51.6% | 52.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 48.4% | 47.7% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 30.8% | 40.8% | 10.0% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45% | 37.3% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 9.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 8.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 39.3% | 43.2% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 32.2% | -7.4% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 16.4% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5% | 6.7% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 13.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 27.5% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 9.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20% | 12.4% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 20.9% | 4.2% | 13.4% | 7.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.4% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 17.4% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 13.6% | -1.0% | 33.8% | -20.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.2% | 99.1% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 99.1% | 96.4% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 96.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.6% | 76.7% | -14.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 36.8% | 13.5% | 23.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.7% | 37.2% | 24.5% |
| Christian | 33.4% | 46.2% | -12.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sherwood Place was 15.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.4% lower than the Annesley & Kirkby Woodhouse average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sherwood Place has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Annesley & Kirkby Woodhouse and the 41st lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Sherwood Place, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-12-09 | £294,395 |
| 34 Sherwood Place, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2019-08-21 | £318,623 |
| 4 Sherwood Place, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2017-01-27 | £249,134 |
| 33 Sherwood Place, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2016-02-08 | £191,722 |
| 33 Sherwood Place, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2004-09-28 | £216,434 |
NG17 9ED 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 2,857 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinxton Nursery School Kirkstead Road , Pinxton NG16 6NA | 3out of 4 | 5,015 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annesley Primary and Nursery School Forest Road , Annesley Woodhouse NG17 9BW | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby Woodhouse Primary School and Nursery Main Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 9EU | - not rated | 814 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby Woodhouse School Main Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 9EU | 3out of 4 | 814 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Primary School Kingsway , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7FH | 3out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway Primary School Kingsway , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7FH | - not rated | 1,464 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,977 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Kirkby Tennyson Street , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7DH | - not rated | 1,977 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kirkby College Tennyson Street , NG17 7DH | - not rated | 1,977 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | - not rated | 3,698 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashfield Comprehensive School Sutton Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 8HP | 3out of 4 | 3,698 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 | 2,453 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bracken Hill School Chartwell Road , Kirkby-in-Ashfield NG17 7HZ | - not rated | 2,453 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne School Huthwaite School , NG17 2EL | - not rated | 5,432 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porterhouse by Barlows | 174 Forest Road | 756 yd | |
| The Wild Rabbit | Lindleys Lane | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cricketers arms | Nuncargate Road | 160 yd | |
| Badger Box | Derby Road | 605 yd | |
| The Moody Squires | 158a Forest Road | 709 yd | |
| Annesley Woodhouse W.M.C | Forest Road | 714 yd | |
| The Forest Tavern | 24 Skegby Road | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lunch Box | 182 Nuncargate Road | 102 yd | |
| Rising Sun | 257 Nuncargate Road | 279 yd | |
| The Deli Den | 146 Forest Road | 624 yd | |
| Georgios | 2 Derby Road | 696 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Store | 18 Skegby Road | 764 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nuncargate Road Recreation Ground (Closed) Nuncargate Road | grass pitches | 201 yd |
| Kirkby Portland Cricket Club NUNCAR COURT | grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Acacia Avenue Recreation Ground ACACIA AVENUE | grass pitches | 354 yd |
| Annesley Primary And Nursery School FOREST ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 544 yd |
| Annesley Welfare (Closed) Derby Road | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Kirkby Woodhouse Primary School MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 813 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 69.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.71 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.71 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.