Collington Way is in West Bridgford, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG2 7LR is located in the Compton Acres electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rushcliffe. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Collington Way, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG2 7QN, NG2 7RW, NG2 7RR, NG2 7LQ, NG2 7JN, NG2 7JD, NG2 7EQ, NG2 7JL, NG2 7HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG2 7LR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% 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 | 60.5% | 55.2% | -5.3% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 39.5% | 44.8% | 5.3% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 | 19.2% | 24.1% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 41.4% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 13.2% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 16.5% | 19.5% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 13.4% |
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 | 31.7% | 38.1% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 36.1% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 24.4% | 20.1% | -4.3% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.6% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around NG2 7LR this area, 28.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.7% | 28.2% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.5% | 4.6% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.7% | 11.5% | 3.8% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 9.8% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 37.4% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 3.6% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 6.3% | 6.2% | -0.1% | 3.1% | 3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 86.3% | 84.5% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 3.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 85.3% 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 | 88.3% | 85.3% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 2.1% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.4% | 10.5% | 6.1% | 5.6% | 4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.3% | 84.9% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 5.7% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 3.6% | -2.7% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Turkey | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| No passport held | 19.3% | 13.5% | 5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Hindu | 4.7% | 1.7% | 3.0% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Collington Way was 124.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.6% higher than the Compton Acres average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Collington Way has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Compton Acres and the 38th highest crime rate of 369 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -93.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Collington Way, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-03-05 | £283,294 |
| 26 Collington Way, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £323,000 | 2025-02-06 | £324,573 |
| 17 Collington Way, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-05-07 | £313,054 |
| 18 Collington Way, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-05-13 | £293,305 |
| 19 Collington Way, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £257,368 | 2022-04-21 | £280,469 |
NG2 7LR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 7LR 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 | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 3,815 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 3,883 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 4,722 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 | 4,833 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Nursery School St Peter's Street , Radford NG7 3EN | - not rated | 5,045 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greythorn Primary School Greythorn Drive , West Bridgford NG2 7GH | 3out of 4 | 506 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greythorn Primary School Greythorn Drive , West Bridgford NG2 7GH | - not rated | 506 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heymann Primary School Waddington Drive , Wilford Hill NG2 7GX | - not rated | 882 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heymann Primary and Nursery School Waddington Drive , Wilford Hill NG2 7GX | - not rated | 882 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Bridgford Infant School Avon Gardens , George Road NG2 6BP | 3out of 4 | 1,046 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | - not rated | 628 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 628 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | - not rated | 979 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilford Meadows Comprehensive School Coronation Avenue , Wilford NG11 7AD | - not rated | 1,279 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,246 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,246 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central College Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,246 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 3,468 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 | 4,519 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 | 780 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's Meadows School 51 Green Street , The Meadows NG2 2LA | - not rated | 1,467 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clayfield House Care of: Nottinghamshire County Council , County Hall NG2 7QP | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor School Edwalton Grange , 218 Melton Road NG12 4BS | - not rated | 1,708 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CP Riverside School Riverside Way , NG2 1DP | 3out of 4 | 2,051 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Cafe | Asda Stores Ltd, 184 Loughborough Road | 162 yd | |
| Café Vita | Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Road | 299 yd | |
| David Lloyd | David Lloyd Leisure Health And Fitness Club, Rugby Road | 347 yd | |
| Nottingham Forest Football Club | Nottingham Forest Football Club Sports Academy, Gresham Close | 590 yd | |
| Roko Health Club | Roko Health And Fitness Club, Wilford Lane | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wolds | Loughborough Road, West Bridgford | 262 yd | |
| West Bridgford Lawn Tennis Club | Little Bounds, West Bridgford | 809 yd | |
| Apple Tree | The Apple Tree, Compton Acres | 981 yd | |
| West Bridgford Conservative Club | Rectory Road, West Bridgford | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Dragon | Jade House, 181B Loughborough Road | 429 yd | |
| Wolds Fish Bar | The Wolds Fish Bar, 187 Loughborough Road | 437 yd | |
| Lady C Kitchen | 19 Charnwood Grove, West Bridgford | 757 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | Papa Johns Takeaway, 114 - 116 Melton Road | 902 yd | |
| Indian Nights | 77 Melton Road, West Bridgford | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, 184 Loughborough Road | 162 yd | |
| Sainsbury Local | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, 112 Melton Road | 902 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Compton Acres Shopping Centre | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| David Lloyd Club (West Bridgford) RUGBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 239 yd |
| Rushcliffe Arena RUGBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 331 yd |
| Rushcliffe Arena (Closed) Rugby Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 333 yd |
| Nottingham Forest Fc Academy GRESHAM CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 466 yd |
| West Park Loughborough Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 483 yd |
| Greythorn Primary School GREYTHORN DRIVE | grass pitches | 503 yd |
| West Bridgford School LOUGHBOROUGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 632 yd |
| West Bridgford Tennis Club LITTLE BOUNDS | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 730 yd |
| Liitle Bounds Cricket Ground (Ellerslie Cricket Club) ELLERSLIE CRICKET CLUB ELLERSLIE CRICKET CLUB LITTLE BOUNDS | grass pitches | 802 yd |
| Roko Health Club (Nottingham) WILFORD LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 804 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 | 78.3% |
| 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 | 121.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.