Barley Croft is in West Bridgford, Nottingham and in Rushcliffe district. NG2 7RU is located in the Compton Acres electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rushcliffe. This postcode has been in use since 1986-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barley Croft, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG2 7RY, NG2 7SE, NG2 7RZ, NG2 7LU, NG2 7LX, NG2 7SG, NG2 7JQ, NG2 7RT, NG2 7RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG2 7RU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% 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 | 50.3% | 53.6% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 49.7% | 46.4% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 7RU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.9% 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 | 27.9% | 28.5% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.6% | 55.9% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 11.7% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 10.6% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 4.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (91.3%) 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 | 56.1% | 58.7% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 10.3% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 32.6% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 4.5% | 6.7% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| 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 7RU this area, 5.3% 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 55.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.8% | 5.3% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 11.1% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 16.4% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.4% | 55.7% | 13.3% | 33.8% | 21.9% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2.3% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.5% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 13.9% | 12.8% | -1.1% | 3.1% | 9.7% |
| Pakistani | 6.8% | 2.3% | -4.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 74.5% | 64.7% | -9.8% | 81.4% | -16.7% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 79% 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 | 80.5% | 79% | -1.5% | 83.2% | -4.2% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 3.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11.1% | 12% | 0.9% | 5.6% | 6.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.5% | 78.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.7% | 13.4% | 9.8% | 3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 5.5% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.4% | 0.6% | -6.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 1.5% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| North Africa | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 3.2% | 13.5% | -10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 32.4% | 46.2% | -13.8% |
| Hindu | 9.6% | 1.7% | 7.9% |
| Muslim | 12.2% | 6.5% | 5.7% |
| Sikh | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barley Croft was 394.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 330.1% higher than the Compton Acres average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Barley Croft has the highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Compton Acres and the 3rd highest crime rate of 369 local areas in Rushcliffe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 287.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Barley Croft, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-04-12 | £392,313 |
| 12 Barley Croft, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £358,000 | 2018-08-07 | £428,306 |
| 1 Barley Croft, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2015-06-12 | £540,090 |
| 6 Barley Croft, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2014-12-22 | £423,344 |
| 3 Barley Croft, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £219,950 | 2011-11-30 | £390,014 |
| Full-Time Employee | 127 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 4,046 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 5,095 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heymann Primary School Waddington Drive , Wilford Hill NG2 7GX | - not rated | 715 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heymann Primary and Nursery School Waddington Drive , Wilford Hill NG2 7GX | - not rated | 715 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greythorn Primary School Greythorn Drive , West Bridgford NG2 7GH | 3out of 4 | 775 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greythorn Primary School Greythorn Drive , West Bridgford NG2 7GH | - not rated | 775 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jesse Gray Primary School Musters Road , West Bridgford NG2 7DD | 3out of 4 | 1,490 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 | 911 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The West Bridgford School Loughborough Road , West Bridgford NG2 7FA | 4out of 4 | 911 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Spencer Academy Farnborough Road , Clifton NG11 8JW | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough School Technology College Farnborough Road , Clifton NG11 8JW | - not rated | 1,405 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Academy Farnborough Road , Clifton NG11 8JW | - not rated | 1,405 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,247 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 4,247 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central College Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 4,247 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 4,582 yd | Further education | 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 | 1,826 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nethergate Academy Swansdowne Drive , Clifton NG11 8HX | 4out of 4 | 1,880 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nethergate School Swansdowne Drive , Clifton NG11 8HX | - not rated | 1,880 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grosvenor School Edwalton Grange , 218 Melton Road NG12 4BS | - not rated | 2,118 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Easthorpe School 165 Loughborough Road , Ruddington NG11 6LQ | - not rated | 2,476 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dorset | Compton Acres, West Bridgford | 444 yd | |
| Alaturka Meze Mangal | Unit 7, Compton Acres Shopping Centre | 444 yd | |
| Nice Pie | Unit 8A, Compton Acres Shopping Centre | 444 yd | |
| Funky Pots | 189 Loughborough Road, West Bridgford | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Knight | Loughborough Road, West Bridgford | 944 yd | |
| Apple Tree | The Apple Tree, Compton Acres | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | DOMINO'S, Unit 1 | 432 yd | |
| Oriental Express | Unit 10, Compton Acres Shopping Centre | 444 yd | |
| Aziz Khan | Unit 12, Compton Acres Shopping Centre | 444 yd | |
| Viva La Pizza | 28 Monksway | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, Compton Acres Shopping Centre | 444 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heymann Primary School Waddington Drive | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 716 yd |
| Greythorn Primary School GREYTHORN DRIVE | grass pitches | 778 yd |
| West Bridgford School LOUGHBOROUGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 910 yd |
| The Becket School (Closed) Ruddington Lane | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Rushcliffe Arena (Closed) Rugby Road | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 1,022 yd |
| Rushcliffe Arena RUGBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,023 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 297 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.