Elm Close is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG3 5AH is located in the Mapperley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Close, Nottingham, NG3 5AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG3 5AG, NG3 5AP, NG3 5NF, NG3 5DP, NG3 5BJ, NG3 4GJ, NG3 5AL, NG3 4GH, NG3 5AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG3 5AH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 43.7% | 47.1% | 3.4% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 56.3% | 52.9% | -3.4% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NG3 5AH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 52.9% | 49.6% | -3.3% | 37.9% | 11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.2% | 29% | 3.8% | 44.2% | -15.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 9.7% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7% | 6.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 42.5% | 45.6% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 38% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 11.4% | -7.5% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.8% | -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.
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 51.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 15.2% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 5.5% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 6.3% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -7.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.1% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 14.3% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.3% | 51.1% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 17.3% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 4.3% | 4.2% | -0.1% | 3.1% | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 84.6% | 81.4% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 74.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 74.8% | -5.5% | 83.2% | -8.4% |
| European Union | 8.7% | 14.5% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.7% | 3.8% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.9% | 74.5% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 10.6% | 7.5% | 9.8% | 0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.7% | 7.2% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 4.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 3% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.4% | 4.6% | -6.8% | 1.9% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 3% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 38.9% | 46.2% | -7.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 7.9% | 6.5% | 1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Close was 195.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.9% higher than the Mapperley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elm Close has the 13th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Mapperley and the 198th highest crime rate of 933 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 99.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Elm Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-09-04 | £148,455 |
| 40 Elm Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2025-03-14 | £136,603 |
| 36 Elm Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-08-27 | £127,818 |
| 8 Elm Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2024-07-26 | £125,472 |
| 23 Elm Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-06-28 | £72,219 |
NG3 5AH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 925 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 1,829 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre Denman Street West , Radford NG7 3AB | - not rated | 2,419 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Nursery School St Peter's Street , Radford NG7 3EN | - not rated | 2,632 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 4,144 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elms Primary and Nursery School Cranmer Street , NG3 4HA | - not rated | 177 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary and Nursery School, A Voluntary Academy Park Avenue , Mapperley Road NG3 4JS | 3out of 4 | 328 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary and Nursery School Park Avenue , Mapperley Road NG3 4JS | - not rated | 328 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Primary School Abbotsford Drive , St Ann's NG3 4QP | - not rated | 771 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sycamore Academy Abbotsford Drive , St Ann's NG3 4QP | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluecoat Trent Academy Pelham Avenue , NG5 1AJ | 3out of 4 | 507 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Comprehensive School Gregory Boulevard , NG7 6PA | - not rated | 1,073 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Djanogly City Academy Gregory Boulevard , Nottingham Road NG7 6ND | - not rated | 1,106 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham Free School The Courtaulds Building , 290 Haydn Road NG5 1EB | 3out of 4 | 1,720 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wells Academy Ransom Drive , NG3 5LR | 2out of 4 | 1,840 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,771 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central College Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 3,598 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 | 3,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutland House School Elm Bank , Mapperley Road NG3 5AJ | - not rated | 96 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jamia Al-Hudaa Residential College Forest House , Berkeley Avenue NG3 5TT | - not rated | 159 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Darul Amaanah Forest House , Berkeley Avenue NG3 5TT | - not rated | 159 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount Preparatory School Cranmer Mount , St Ann's Hill NG3 4LA | - not rated | 294 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollygirt School Elm Avenue , NG3 4GF | - not rated | 321 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iberico World Tapas | Shire Hall, High Pavement | 94 yd | |
| Deli-Cious Chocolate at The Robe Room | Shire Hall, High Pavement | 94 yd | |
| Homemade (Pavilion) | Forest Lodge, Mansfield Road | 313 yd | |
| The Open Kitchen Muslim Hands | 207 Mansfield Road | 519 yd | |
| The Lobster Pot | 199-201 Mansfield Road | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pitcher And Piano | Pitcher And Piano, High Pavement | 94 yd | |
| Forest Tavern The Maze | 257 Mansfield Road | 434 yd | |
| Gladstone Liberal Club | Gladstone Liberal Club, Manning Street | 513 yd | |
| Grosvenor | The Grosvenor, Mansfield Road | 564 yd | |
| Lincolnshire Poacher | 161-163 Mansfield Road | 618 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Rollerz | 7 Forest Road East | 425 yd | |
| Punch Coffee | 215 Mansfield Road | 505 yd | |
| China Taste | 151 Mansfield Road | 633 yd | |
| Cod's Scallops | 311-313 Mansfield Road | 717 yd | |
| Jasmine Inn | 359 Mansfield Road | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asiana | 108 Woodborough Road | 607 yd | |
| Lidl UK | 323-333 Mansfield Road | 717 yd | |
| Co-Operative Food | 365 Mansfield Road | 717 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | 16 Waverley Street | 1,077 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Magdala Tennis Club MAGDALA ROAD | tennis courts | 372 yd |
| Sherwood Health Spa MANSFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 478 yd |
| Brendon Lawrence Sports Centre HUNGERHILL ROAD | 608 yd | |
| Sycamore Park (Closed) Hungerhill Road | grass pitches | 703 yd |
| The Forest Sports Zone THE FOREST RECREATION GROUND THE FOREST RECREATION GROUND GREGORY BOULEVARD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 746 yd |
| Nottingham Girls High School ARBORETUM STREET | health and fitness suite | 763 yd |
| Sycamore Academy ABBOTSFORD DRIVE | grass pitches | 771 yd |
| Carrington Sports Ground CARRINGTON SPORTS GROUND CARRINGTON SPORTS GROUND MANSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 950 yd |
| Nottingham High School WAVERLEY MOUNT | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 972 yd |
| Djanogly Community Leisure Centre GREGORY BOULEVARD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,051 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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.1% |
| 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 | 1.9% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 146.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.