Eltham Road is in West Bridgford, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG2 5JS is located in the Abbey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rushcliffe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Eltham Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 5JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG2 5JT, NG2 5LB, NG2 5LD, NG2 5NG, NG2 5JW, NG2 5LE, NG2 5NF, NG2 5JA, NG2 5JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG2 5JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.1% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.9% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 32.3% | 40.8% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 48.6% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.5% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 1.6% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89%) 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 | 55.7% | 59.3% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 10.9% |
| Good health | 30.8% | 29.7% | -1.1% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 12% | 8.6% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 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 5JS this area, 6.3% 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 61.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.2% | 6.3% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 6.7% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 9.9% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 12.3% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.3% | 61.7% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 27.9% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Pakistani | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88% | 81.7% | -6.3% | 81.4% | 0.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 93.5% | 91.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 91.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.6% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.7% | 37.2% | 18.5% |
| Christian | 24.2% | 46.2% | -22.0% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.2% | 6.5% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eltham Road was 26.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.5% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Eltham Road has the 46th lowest crime rate of 102 local areas in Abbey and the 148th lowest crime rate of 370 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 Eltham Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-02-10 | £387,393 |
| 93 Eltham Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £368,000 | 2024-02-07 | £402,572 |
| 105 Eltham Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2023-01-17 | £434,920 |
| 87 Eltham Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-01-10 | £372,040 |
| 81 Eltham Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-08-26 | £410,361 |
NG2 5JS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 3,324 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 4,840 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 5,039 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 | 5,462 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School Tewkesbury Close , Burleigh Road NG2 5ND | - not rated | 440 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Road Primary School Tewkesbury Close , West Bridgford NG2 5ND | - not rated | 440 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Road Primary School Tewkesbury Close , West Bridgford NG2 5ND | 3out of 4 | 440 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School Tewkesbury Close , NG2 5NH | 3out of 4 | 588 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bridgford Junior School Exchange Road , West Bridgford NG2 6DB | 3out of 4 | 618 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | - not rated | 1,470 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcliffe School Boundary Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BW | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcliffe Spencer Academy Boundary Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BW | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | - not rated | 1,956 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 1,956 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,344 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,467 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,467 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central College Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,467 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,309 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Locksley Preparatory School 1 Selby Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BP | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent Fields Preparatory School 21 Trent Boulevard , West Bridgford NG2 5BB | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayfield House Care of: Nottinghamshire County Council , County Hall NG2 7QP | - not rated | 1,465 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor School Edwalton Grange , 218 Melton Road NG12 4BS | - not rated | 1,553 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Meadows School 51 Green Street , The Meadows NG2 2LA | - not rated | 1,814 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin Teahouse | Tiffin Teahouse Ltd, 35 Abbey Road | 103 yd | |
| Uchi | Uchi Restaurant, 26 Gordon Road | 463 yd | |
| Rawsha | 40 Gordon Road, West Bridgford | 464 yd | |
| All About Children - Leo's Children's Nursery West Bridgford | Leos Childrens Nurseries, 16 Albert Road | 512 yd | |
| Sexy Mamma Love Spaghetti | 27 Tudor Square, West Bridgford | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Test Match | Greene King Plc, The Test Match Inn | 449 yd | |
| West Bridgford Conservative Club | Rectory Road, West Bridgford | 779 yd | |
| The Stratford Haven | Stratford Haven, 2 Stratford Road | 822 yd | |
| The Willow Tree, 88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger | The Willow Tree, Rufford Way | 824 yd | |
| Poppy And Pint | Pierrepont Road, West Bridgford | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doughnotts | West Bridgford Local News Shop, 16 Gordon Road | 463 yd | |
| Bombay Sweet Centre | 18 Gordon Road, West Bridgford | 464 yd | |
| Gandhi | 36A Gordon Road, West Bridgford | 464 yd | |
| No.8 Delicatessen | No 8 Delicatessen, 8 Gordon Road | 464 yd | |
| Okende | Flower Scene, 22 Gordon Road | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencers, 3 Albert Road | 512 yd | |
| Iceland | 26 Tudor Square, West Bridgford | 562 yd | |
| Sainsbury Local | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, 112 Melton Road | 836 yd | |
| Co-Op Food Store | The Co-Operative Food, 52 - 66 Bridgford Road | 880 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Fountain Ladies Health Studio (Closed) Gordon Road | health and fitness suite | 472 yd |
| West Bridgford Junior School EXCHANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 595 yd |
| The Fitness Space (West Bridgford) BRIDGFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 884 yd |
| Musters Tennis Club RECTORY ROAD | tennis courts | 899 yd |
| West Bridgford Memorial Ground WEST BRIDGFORD SPORTS CLUB WEST BRIDGFORD SPORTS CLUB STAMFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Bridgford Park BRIDGFORD ROAD | tennis courts | 934 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 | 160.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.