Rosthwaite Close is in West Bridgford, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG2 6RA is located in the Gamston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rushcliffe. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rosthwaite Close, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 6RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG2 6RB, NG2 6QE, NG2 6RD, NG2 6RQ, NG2 6SG, NG2 6SD, NG12 4FG, NG2 6RF, NG2 6SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG2 6RA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents 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 | 49.4% | 53% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 50.6% | 47% | -3.6% | 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 vicinity of NG2 6RA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.9% | 19.2% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 69% | 4.8% | 44.2% | 24.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7.3% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 3.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (92.8%) 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 | 63.4% | 62.9% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 14.5% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 29.9% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 5.1% | 6.9% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -5.8% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -3.7% |
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 6RA this area, 6.8% 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 65%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.5% | 6.8% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 3.8% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 2.3% | -3.7% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 9.9% | -3.9% | 16.9% | -7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.9% | 65% | 16.1% | 33.8% | 31.2% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.5% 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 | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 12.2% | 16.5% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 13.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 6% | 4.9% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 82.1% | 72.5% | -9.6% | 81.4% | -8.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 87.1% 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 | 92.6% | 87.1% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.8% | 8.1% | 3.3% | 5.6% | 2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 87.1% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 11.4% | 10.8% | 9.8% | 1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0.6% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 76.7% | 17.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 3.6% | 13.5% | -9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.1% | 37.2% | -8.1% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Hindu | 9.6% | 1.7% | 7.9% |
| Muslim | 7.2% | 6.5% | 0.7% |
| Sikh | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rosthwaite Close was 8.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.9% lower than the Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rosthwaite Close has the 16th lowest crime rate of 103 local areas in Abbey and the 37th lowest crime rate of 369 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.5%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Rosthwaite Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £406,000 | 2025-01-06 | £412,394 |
| 4 Rosthwaite Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-05-11 | £456,253 |
| 19 Rosthwaite Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £389,950 | 2019-10-04 | £499,291 |
| 4 Rosthwaite Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2017-10-10 | £511,958 |
| 15 Rosthwaite Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £372,500 | 2016-09-02 | £522,310 |
NG2 6RA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 5,004 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edwalton Primary School Wellin Lane , Edwalton NG12 4AS | - not rated | 481 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edwalton Primary School Wellin Lane , Edwalton NG12 4AS | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pierrepont Gamston Primary School Coledale , West Bridgford NG2 6TH | 3out of 4 | 713 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School Tewkesbury Close , NG2 5NH | 3out of 4 | 1,270 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School Tewkesbury Close , Burleigh Road NG2 5ND | - not rated | 1,467 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,539 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushcliffe Spencer Academy Boundary Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BW | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | - not rated | 2,621 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 2,621 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | - not rated | 3,064 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 5,105 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 5,233 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 5,233 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central College Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 5,233 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 | 4,619 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grosvenor School Edwalton Grange , 218 Melton Road NG12 4BS | - not rated | 1,298 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Locksley Preparatory School 1 Selby Road , West Bridgford NG2 7BP | - not rated | 2,098 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent Fields Preparatory School 21 Trent Boulevard , West Bridgford NG2 5BB | - not rated | 2,965 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayfield House Care of: Nottinghamshire County Council , County Hall NG2 7QP | - not rated | 3,205 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Meadows School 51 Green Street , The Meadows NG2 2LA | - not rated | 3,508 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vidab Ltd | 30 Green Acre, Edwalton | 559 yd | |
| Lulu-B | Lulu B, 26 Hilton Crescent | 585 yd | |
| Edwalton Coffee & Snack Bar | 38 Earlswood Drive, Edwalton | 928 yd | |
| Edwalton Golf Course | Course Grounds, Edwalton Golf Club | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadow Covert | Alford Road, Edwalton | 520 yd | |
| The Willow Tree, 88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger | The Willow Tree, Rufford Way | 950 yd | |
| The Goose | The Goose At Gamston, Ambleside | 1,073 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Lateshop | The Cooperative, 6 - 12 Hilton Crescent | 593 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edwalton Primary School WELLIN LANE | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Alford Road Playing Field MELTON GARDENS | grass pitches | 517 yd |
| West Bridgford Memorial Ground WEST BRIDGFORD SPORTS CLUB WEST BRIDGFORD SPORTS CLUB STAMFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 848 yd |
| Edwalton Golf Centre EDWALTON GOLF CLUB EDWALTON GOLF CLUB WELLIN LANE | golf | 861 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 | 155.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.