Sweet Leys Road is in Nottingham and in City Of Nottingham district. NG2 2NS is located in the Meadows electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sweet Leys Road, Nottingham, NG2 2NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG2 2NA, NG2 2NR, NG2 2NB, NG2 1JW, NG2 2NP, NG2 2ND, NG2 1LA, NG2 1PD, NG2 2NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG2 2NS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 52.7% | 47.1% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 47.3% | 52.9% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 | 34.3% | 39.1% | 4.8% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.3% | 30% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -14.2% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 6.4% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 14.6% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 16.7% | 9.9% | -6.8% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 28.7% | 37.5% | 8.8% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 31.8% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 23.6% | 19.6% | -4.0% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 11.3% | 9.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 5.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 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.
In the area around NG2 2NS this area, 34.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.4% | 34.3% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 16.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 9% | 2.7% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.8% | 6.4% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 7.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 17.2% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 21.9% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -11.9% |
| Other | 11.7% | 3.9% | -7.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 58% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 6.2% | 4.3% | -1.9% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Pakistani | 4.4% | 8.2% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 5.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 7.6% | 6.4% | -1.2% | 2.5% | 3.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.9% | 6.4% | -0.5% | 1.0% | 5.4% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 5.1% | 4.6% | -0.5% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| White | 63.3% | 58% | -5.3% | 81.4% | -23.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 68.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.6% | 68.7% | -2.9% | 83.2% | -14.5% |
| European Union | 5.8% | 10.7% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
| Africa | 6.5% | 7.5% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 4.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.5% | 8.9% | -0.6% | 5.6% | 3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.5% | 2.8% | -3.7% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.8% | 69.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | -14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 19.7% | 17.5% | 9.8% | 9.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.2% | 5.7% | -0.5% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.9% | 3.6% | -3.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.9% | 1.8% | -13.1% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.9% | 76.7% | -11.8% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 5.7% | 1.3% | 4.4% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 12.9% | 6.5% | 6.4% |
| Sikh | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sweet Leys Road was 343.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.8% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sweet Leys Road has the 35th highest crime rate of 167 local areas in Castle and the 81st highest crime rate of 933 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 123.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Sweet Leys Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £284,500 | 2022-06-23 | £306,202 |
| 6 Sweet Leys Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2020-05-19 | £245,435 |
| 12 Sweet Leys Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2013-12-20 | £219,574 |
| 2 Sweet Leys Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 1999-09-09 | £522,407 |
| 2 Sweet Leys Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £27,000 | 1995-07-28 | £130,327 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 2,384 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 2,573 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 2,830 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre Denman Street West , Radford NG7 3AB | - not rated | 2,907 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Nursery School St Peter's Street , Radford NG7 3EN | - not rated | 3,135 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Primary School Ainsworth Drive , The Meadows NG2 1FX | - not rated | 324 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Primary School Ainsworth Drive , NG2 1FX | - not rated | 324 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Primary School and Early Years Unit Ainsworth Drive , The Meadows NG2 1FX | - not rated | 324 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bosworth Primary and Nursery School With Focus Provision for Children With ASD Ainsworth Drive , The Meadows NG2 1FX | - not rated | 346 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Coronation Avenue , Wilford NG11 7AB | - not rated | 554 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilford Meadows Comprehensive School Coronation Avenue , Wilford NG11 7AD | - not rated | 720 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nottingham Emmanuel School Gresham Park Road , NG2 7YF | - not rated | 720 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nottingham Emmanuel School Gresham Park Road , NG2 7YF | - not rated | 720 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | - not rated | 1,308 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | 3out of 4 | 1,336 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 1,400 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 1,400 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central College Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 1,400 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 1,840 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Academy Greenwood Road , NG3 7EB | 2out of 4 | 3,829 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Channeling Positivity Riverside Way , NG2 1DP | - not rated | 341 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CP Riverside School Riverside Way , NG2 1DP | 3out of 4 | 420 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottinghamshire Learning Centre Daybrook Learning Centre, Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 471 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Meadows School 51 Green Street , The Meadows NG2 2LA | - not rated | 908 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayfield House Care of: Nottinghamshire County Council , County Hall NG2 7QP | - not rated | 1,305 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackies | Queens Walk Community Centre, Queens Walk | 533 yd | |
| Afro Caribbean Womens Group | Queens Walk Community Centre, Queens Walk | 533 yd | |
| McCarthy & Stone - River View Court | River View Court, 12 - 20 Wilford Lane | 621 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd | The Pizza Factory, Gateside Road | 654 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 3, Portal Retail And Business Park, Queens Drive | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheriff Social Club | Sheriff Social Club, Queens Walk Community Centre, Queens Walk | 532 yd | |
| Ferry Inn | Ferry Inn, Main Road | 663 yd | |
| Poets Corner | 19 Bridgeway Centre | 728 yd | |
| The Vat & Fiddle | The Vat And Fiddle, Queens Bridge Road | 899 yd | |
| Waters Edge | Waters Edge, 3 Castle Bridge Road | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeway Fish Bar | 3 Bridgeway Centre | 728 yd | |
| Trent Fish Bar | 82 Turney Street | 942 yd | |
| Tasty Bites & Biryani Station | 1b Arkwright Street | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Pricefighter | 12-14 Bridgeway Centre | 739 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Unit 1, Castle Marina Retail Park, Castle Bridge Road | 1,000 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarket Ltd | 11 Castle Bridge Road | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queens Walk Community Centre QUEENS WALK | 505 yd | |
| Nottingham Moderns Rugby Football Club Main Road | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| St Patrick'S Catholic Voluntary Academy CORONATION AVENUE | grass pitches | 569 yd |
| The Nottingham Emanuel School (Closed) Coronation Avenue | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| The Portland Centre PORTLAND LEISURE CENTRE PORTLAND LEISURE CENTRE MUSKHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 840 yd |
| The Nottingham Emmanuel C Of E School GRESHAM PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 889 yd |
| Victoria Embankment RECREATION GROUND EAST OF WILFORD GROVE RECREATION GROUND EAST OF WILFORD GROVE VICTORIA EMBANKMENT | grass pitches | 939 yd |
| South Wilford Endowed Ce Primary School MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 977 yd |
| Gresham Sports Park GRESHAM PARK PAVILION GRESHAM PARK PAVILION GRESHAM PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,009 yd |
| Gym Combat (Closed) Crocus Street | health and fitness suite | 1,075 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 | 70.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.