Ladybay Road is in West Bridgford, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG2 5DS is located in the Lady Bay electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rushcliffe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ladybay Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 5DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG2 5DT, NG2 5DP, NG2 5DN, NG2 5DW, NG2 5DX, NG2 5DL, NG2 5BL, NG2 5DR, NG2 5DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG2 5DS has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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% | 49% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 51% | 51% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 NG2 5DS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.8% 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 | 48.5% | 53.8% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 36.8% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.5% | 63.2% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 14.8% |
| Good health | 30% | 27.7% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 7.7% | 7.1% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 5DS this area, 9.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 53.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.2% | 9.7% | 1.5% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 6% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.1% | 7.7% | 0.6% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 23.5% | 18.1% | -5.4% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 47% | 53.2% | 6.2% | 33.8% | 19.4% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.1% | 87.6% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 88.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 88.7% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 89% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 5.8% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.7% | 37.2% | 21.5% |
| Christian | 28.9% | 46.2% | -17.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ladybay Road was 85.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.5% higher than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ladybay Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 102 local areas in Abbey and the 59th highest crime rate of 372 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82 Ladybay Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2009-11-20 | £652,531 |
| 70 Ladybay Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2007-10-12 | £446,877 |
| 74 Ladybay Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2005-04-27 | £433,164 |
| 80 Ladybay Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2001-11-01 | £500,612 |
| 82 Ladybay Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2001-06-11 | £488,504 |
NG2 5DS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 student residents living in NG2 5DS area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 123 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 45 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Other | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre Denman Street West , Radford NG7 3AB | 4out of 4 | 4,726 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lady Bay Primary School Trent Boulevard , West Bridgford NG2 5BD | 3out of 4 | 83 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bridgford Infant School Avon Gardens , George Road NG2 6BP | 4out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Road Primary School Tewkesbury Close , West Bridgford NG2 5ND | - not rated | 1,418 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bridgford Junior School Exchange Road , West Bridgford NG2 6DB | 4out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfields Community School Orange Gardens , NG2 2JE | 4out of 4 | 1,574 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nottingham Emmanuel School Gresham Park Road , NG2 7YF | 3out of 4 | 2,197 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 2,557 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | 3out of 4 | 2,614 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcliffe Spencer Academy Boundary Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BW | 4out of 4 | 2,694 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology 93 Abbey Street , Dunkirk NG7 2PL | 3out of 4 | 4,291 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 2,431 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,458 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayfield House Care of: Nottinghamshire County Council , County Hall NG2 7QP | - not rated | 978 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Soup Academy 14 High Pavement , NG1 1HN | 4out of 4 | 2,310 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Iona School 310 Sneinton Dale , Sneinton NG3 7DN | - not rated | 2,320 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutherland House School Bath Street , NG1 1DA | 3out of 4 | 2,601 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CP Riverside School Riverside Way , NG2 1DP | 2out of 4 | 2,645 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snail And Rabbit | 82 Trent Boulevard, West Bridgford | 167 yd | |
| Burg Burgers - Lady Bay | 104 Trent Boulevard, West Bridgford | 167 yd | |
| Bread And Butterflies | 117 Trent Boulevard, West Bridgford | 214 yd | |
| The Bottle Top | 165 Trent Boulevard, West Bridgford | 347 yd | |
| Bread And Lard Island | 41 Trent Boulevard, West Bridgford | 380 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poppy And Pint | Pierrepont Road, West Bridgford | 148 yd | |
| Lady Bay | The Lady Bay, 89 Trent Boulevard | 198 yd | |
| Larwood & Voce | Larwood And Voce Tavern, Fox Road | 685 yd | |
| The Parlour | 48 Bridgford Road, West Bridgford | 750 yd | |
| The Botanist | 40 Bridgford Road, West Bridgford | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dough N Buns | 92 Trent Boulevard, West Bridgford | 154 yd | |
| Lady Bay Fish And Chips | 108 Trent Boulevard, West Bridgford | 167 yd | |
| Chillis | 100 Trent Boulevard, West Bridgford | 167 yd | |
| Greggs | 28 Central Avenue, West Bridgford | 779 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, 21 Radcliffe Road | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencers, 3 Albert Road | 588 yd | |
| Co-Op Food Store | The Co-Operative Food, 52 - 66 Bridgford Road | 750 yd | |
| Iceland | 26 Tudor Square, West Bridgford | 820 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Co-Op Food, 8 Bridgford Road | 832 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Bay Sports Ground NOTTINGHAM RUGBY CLUB NOTTINGHAM RUGBY CLUB HOLME ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 680 yd |
| Bridgford Park BRIDGFORD ROAD | tennis courts | 714 yd |
| The Fitness Space (West Bridgford) BRIDGFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 745 yd |
| Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club TRENT BRIDGE TRENT BRIDGE BRIDGFORD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 812 yd |
| Nottingham Forest Fc (The City Ground) Pavilion Road | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| The Fountain Ladies Health Studio (Closed) Gordon Road | health and fitness suite | 953 yd |
| Stones Gym (Closed) Unit 21-22 Unit 21-22 Trent South Industrial Park | health and fitness suite | 1,047 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 179.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.