Rectory Road is in West Bridgford, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG2 6BG 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 Rectory Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 6BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG2 6BE, NG2 6BL, NG2 6BD, NG2 6DT, NG2 6BY, NG2 6DW, NG2 6BS, NG2 6DR, NG2 6DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG2 6BG has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58% of the population 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 | 61.3% | 58% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 7.0% |
| Male | 38.7% | 42% | 3.3% | 49.0% | -7.0% |
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% | 35.1% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.8% | 26.4% | 3.6% | 44.2% | -17.8% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.5% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 32.9% | 23% | -9.9% | 6.1% | 16.9% |
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 | 39.8% | 34.8% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 36.6% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 3.0% |
| Fair health | 21% | 23.2% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 10.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24% | 18.9% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 6.1% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 7.4% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 6.8% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 14.2% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.1% | 43.9% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 8.4% | 2.7% | -5.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 5.5% | 4.9% | 0.7% | 4.8% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Pakistani | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| White | 91.2% | 87.7% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 6.3% |
In this area, 83% 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 | 86.2% | 83% | -3.2% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 1.3% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.6% | 8.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | 2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.5% | 81.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 6.8% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 6.2% | -0.4% | 1.9% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Road was 38.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.4% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Rectory Road has the 42nd highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Abbey and the 173rd highest crime rate of 369 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Rectory Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-07-12 | £367,719 |
| 20 Rectory Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2023-11-03 | £520,779 |
| 18 Rectory Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2017-02-06 | £464,033 |
| 38 Rectory Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2011-07-15 | £298,613 |
| 44 Rectory Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2011-06-24 | £928,058 |
NG2 6BG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 retired residents living in NG2 6BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 3,192 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 4,295 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 4,429 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 | 4,876 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Nursery School St Peter's Street , Radford NG7 3EN | - not rated | 5,122 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Bridgford Infant School Avon Gardens , George Road NG2 6BP | 3out of 4 | 154 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bridgford Junior School Exchange Road , West Bridgford NG2 6DB | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School Tewkesbury Close , Burleigh Road NG2 5ND | - not rated | 883 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Road Primary School Tewkesbury Close , West Bridgford NG2 5ND | - not rated | 883 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Road Primary School Tewkesbury Close , West Bridgford NG2 5ND | 3out of 4 | 883 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 730 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | - not rated | 1,446 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilford Meadows Comprehensive School Coronation Avenue , Wilford NG11 7AD | - not rated | 1,625 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nottingham Emmanuel School Gresham Park Road , NG2 7YF | - not rated | 1,625 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 2,984 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 2,984 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central College Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 2,984 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 3,001 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 | 3,563 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 | 611 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayfield House Care of: Nottinghamshire County Council , County Hall NG2 7QP | - not rated | 942 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent Fields Preparatory School 21 Trent Boulevard , West Bridgford NG2 5BB | - not rated | 1,167 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Meadows School 51 Green Street , The Meadows NG2 2LA | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor School Edwalton Grange , 218 Melton Road NG12 4BS | - not rated | 1,659 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plukd | 75 Melton Road, West Bridgford | 268 yd | |
| Crunch | 118 Melton Road, West Bridgford | 306 yd | |
| Grounded Kitchen | 21 Tudor Square, West Bridgford | 316 yd | |
| Rawsha | 40 Gordon Road, West Bridgford | 322 yd | |
| Uchi | Uchi Restaurant, 26 Gordon Road | 326 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Bridgford Conservative Club | Rectory Road, West Bridgford | 4 yd | |
| The Stratford Haven | Stratford Haven, 2 Stratford Road | 204 yd | |
| The Test Match | Greene King Plc, The Test Match Inn | 356 yd | |
| The Botanist | 40 Bridgford Road, West Bridgford | 489 yd | |
| The Parlour | 48 Bridgford Road, West Bridgford | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oriental | 14 Rectory Road, West Bridgford | 4 yd | |
| Rectory Fish Bar | 16 Rectory Road, West Bridgford | 4 yd | |
| Indian Nights | 77 Melton Road, West Bridgford | 268 yd | |
| Lucy's Bespoke Sandwich Shop | Lucys Bespoke Sandwich Shop, 93A Melton Road | 268 yd | |
| George's Tradition | Georges Tradition, 95 Melton Road | 268 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury Local | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, 112 Melton Road | 300 yd | |
| Iceland | 26 Tudor Square, West Bridgford | 335 yd | |
| Co-Op Food Store | The Co-Operative Food, 52 - 66 Bridgford Road | 496 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencers, 3 Albert Road | 582 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Co-Op Food, 8 Bridgford Road | 689 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Musters Tennis Club RECTORY ROAD | tennis courts | 134 yd |
| The Fountain Ladies Health Studio (Closed) Gordon Road | health and fitness suite | 313 yd |
| The Fitness Space (West Bridgford) BRIDGFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 504 yd |
| Bridgford Park BRIDGFORD ROAD | tennis courts | 576 yd |
| West Bridgford Junior School EXCHANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 610 yd |
| West Park Loughborough Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 639 yd |
| Liitle Bounds Cricket Ground (Ellerslie Cricket Club) ELLERSLIE CRICKET CLUB ELLERSLIE CRICKET CLUB LITTLE BOUNDS | grass pitches | 645 yd |
| West Bridgford Tennis Club LITTLE BOUNDS | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 771 yd |
| Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club TRENT BRIDGE TRENT BRIDGE BRIDGFORD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 793 yd |
| Nottingham Forest Fc Academy GRESHAM CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,050 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 | 153.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.