Buckfast Way is in West Bridgford, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG2 6LN 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 Buckfast Way, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 6LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG2 6LQ, NG2 6LR, NG2 5NH, NG2 5NB, NG2 5ND, NG2 5LE, NG2 5NE, NG2 5NA, NG2 5LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG2 6LN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 50.8% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48% | 49.2% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 31.1% | 30.8% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 43.3% | 3.6% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 15.9% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 8.2% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.4% | 45% | 0.6% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 31% | -0.9% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 15.9% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 6.6% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 25.5% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 11.5% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 10.1% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 12% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.9% | 33.2% | -1.7% | 33.8% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 1.9% | -2.5% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 91.9% | 89.5% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 89.9% | 90.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 3.1% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.5% | 89.9% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 6.2% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 3.5% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.1% | 13.5% | 5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.8% | 37.2% | 11.6% |
| Christian | 40.3% | 46.2% | -5.9% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buckfast Way was 201.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 286.4% higher than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Buckfast Way has the 7th highest crime rate of 103 local areas in Abbey and the 17th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 126.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Buckfast Way, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £143,500 | 2006-11-24 | £256,198 |
NG2 6LN 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 6LN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 3,623 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 5,121 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 5,202 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 | 178 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Road Primary School Tewkesbury Close , West Bridgford NG2 5ND | - not rated | 178 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Road Primary School Tewkesbury Close , West Bridgford NG2 5ND | 3out of 4 | 178 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School Tewkesbury Close , NG2 5NH | 3out of 4 | 290 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bridgford Junior School Exchange Road , West Bridgford NG2 6DB | 3out of 4 | 486 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushcliffe School Boundary Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BW | - not rated | 1,510 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcliffe Spencer Academy Boundary Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BW | - not rated | 1,510 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | - not rated | 1,632 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | - not rated | 1,852 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 1,852 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 | 3,631 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,733 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,733 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central College Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,733 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 | 3,576 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 | 971 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor School Edwalton Grange , 218 Melton Road NG12 4BS | - not rated | 1,279 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent Fields Preparatory School 21 Trent Boulevard , West Bridgford NG2 5BB | - not rated | 1,520 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayfield House Care of: Nottinghamshire County Council , County Hall NG2 7QP | - not rated | 1,706 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Meadows School 51 Green Street , The Meadows NG2 2LA | - not rated | 2,028 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 | 369 yd | |
| Rawsha | 40 Gordon Road, West Bridgford | 634 yd | |
| Uchi | Uchi Restaurant, 26 Gordon Road | 638 yd | |
| Fordes | 22 Tudor Square, West Bridgford | 780 yd | |
| White Rabbit Teahouse | 12 Tudor Square, West Bridgford | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Test Match | Greene King Plc, The Test Match Inn | 550 yd | |
| The Willow Tree, 88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger | The Willow Tree, Rufford Way | 579 yd | |
| West Bridgford Conservative Club | Rectory Road, West Bridgford | 905 yd | |
| The Stratford Haven | Stratford Haven, 2 Stratford Road | 1,003 yd | |
| The Goose | The Goose At Gamston, Ambleside | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Big Bamboo | 38 Gordon Road, West Bridgford | 634 yd | |
| Doughnotts | West Bridgford Local News Shop, 16 Gordon Road | 638 yd | |
| Gandhi | 36A Gordon Road, West Bridgford | 639 yd | |
| No.8 Delicatessen | No 8 Delicatessen, 8 Gordon Road | 639 yd | |
| Bombay Sweet Centre | 18 Gordon Road, West Bridgford | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 26 Tudor Square, West Bridgford | 780 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencers, 3 Albert Road | 791 yd | |
| Sainsbury Local | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, 112 Melton Road | 858 yd | |
| Co-op Lateshop | The Cooperative, 6 - 12 Hilton Crescent | 955 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Bridgford Junior School EXCHANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 488 yd |
| The Fountain Ladies Health Studio (Closed) Gordon Road | health and fitness suite | 639 yd |
| West Bridgford Memorial Ground WEST BRIDGFORD SPORTS CLUB WEST BRIDGFORD SPORTS CLUB STAMFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Musters Tennis Club RECTORY ROAD | tennis courts | 999 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.