Richmond Drive is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG3 5EL is located in the Mapperley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham East. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Richmond Drive, Nottingham, NG3 5EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG3 5ES, NG3 5EX, NG5 4DA, NG3 5FG, NG3 5EW, NG3 5EJ, NG5 4DB, NG3 5FQ, NG3 5FN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG3 5EL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 50.7% | 49.7% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.3% | 50.3% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 NG3 5EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.4% 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 | 19.9% | 19.8% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.1% | 71.4% | 3.3% | 44.2% | 27.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -6.2% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 4.4% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 58.4% | 50.9% | -7.5% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 35.2% | 7.5% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 10% | 10% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 NG3 5EL this area, 9.9% 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 58.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.3% | 9.9% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 12.1% | 2.5% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 8.8% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -8.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 61.7% | 58.8% | -2.9% | 33.8% | 25.0% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 7.5% | 14% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 10.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 4.7% | 0.6% | -4.1% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 3.4% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 81.7% | 73.5% | -8.2% | 81.4% | -7.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 83.9% 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 | 86.4% | 83.9% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 6.7% | 0.6% | 5.6% | 1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.9% | 83.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13.3% | 13.0% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.6% | 1.8% | -9.8% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Middle East | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Hindu | 6.1% | 1.7% | 4.4% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Sikh | 7.9% | 0.9% | 7.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Richmond Drive was 21.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.6% lower than the Mapperley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Richmond Drive has the 10th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Mapperley and the 80th lowest crime rate of 939 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Richmond Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £745,000 | 2021-05-26 | £872,867 |
| 19 Richmond Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2021-04-06 | £923,741 |
| 15 Richmond Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2021-03-01 | £697,122 |
| 52 Richmond Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2019-01-04 | £772,746 |
| 13 Richmond Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2017-11-01 | £541,483 |
NG3 5EL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NG3 5EL 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.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 47 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre Denman Street West , Radford NG7 3AB | 4out of 4 | 3,597 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haydn Primary School Haydn Road , Sherwood NG5 2JU | 4out of 4 | 580 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walter Halls Primary and Early Years School Querneby Road , Mapperley NG3 5HS | 3out of 4 | 817 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seely Primary School Perry Road , Sherwood NG5 3AE | 3out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carrington Primary and Nursery School Jenner Street , Carrington NG5 2BF | 3out of 4 | 1,154 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 | 1,179 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wells Academy Ransom Drive , NG3 5LR | - not rated | 846 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham Free School The Courtaulds Building , 290 Haydn Road NG5 1EB | 3out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Djanogly City Academy Gregory Boulevard , Nottingham Road NG7 6ND | 3out of 4 | 2,084 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Academy Coningswath Road , Carlton NG4 3SH | 3out of 4 | 2,852 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | 2out of 4 | 2,985 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 | 3,008 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 | 3out of 4 | 3,503 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hospital and Home Education PRU Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road , NG5 3AE | 2out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jamia Al-Hudaa Residential College Forest House , Berkeley Avenue NG3 5TT | - not rated | 1,321 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| FUEL Unit 7 , Ellesmere Business Park NG5 1DX | - not rated | 1,382 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollygirt School Elm Avenue , NG3 4GF | - not rated | 1,677 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorneywood Education Base The Wells Road , NG3 3AL | - not rated | 1,770 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso Gallery | 568 Woodborough Road | 389 yd | |
| Brigitte Bordeaux | 494 Mansfield Road | 576 yd | |
| Tacolypto | 540 Mansfield Road | 596 yd | |
| Tipu Sultan Nottingham | 482 Mansfield Road | 598 yd | |
| Star Cafe | 499 Mansfield Road | 626 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke of Cambridge | The Duke Of Cambridge, 548 Woodborough Road | 389 yd | |
| Robin Hood Public House | 540 Mansfield Road | 596 yd | |
| The Sherwood | Sherwood Inn, 548 Mansfield Road | 596 yd | |
| The Crafty Teller | Crafty Teller, 532 Mansfield Road | 596 yd | |
| Kraft Werks | 513 Mansfield Road | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mapperley Fryer | 582 Woodborough Road | 389 yd | |
| Gurkha Chilli | 580 Woodborough Road | 389 yd | |
| Willow House | 528 Mansfield Road | 596 yd | |
| Perigo | 546 Mansfield Road | 609 yd | |
| C&D Picioca Shawama & Grill | 542-544 Mansfield Road | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Local | 229 Ransom Road | 436 yd | |
| Sainsbury’s Supermarkets | 506 Mansfield Road | 600 yd | |
| Ozan International Food Centre | 586 Mansfield Road | 655 yd | |
| Co-Op Food | 624 Mansfield Road | 748 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 601 Woodborough Road | 907 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coppice Park RANSOM ROAD | grass pitches | 652 yd |
| Elliot Durham Swimming Pool (Closed) Ransom Drive | swimming pool | 719 yd |
| Nottingham Academy (Ransom Road Site) RANSOM DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 731 yd |
| Mapperley Sports Village RANSOM DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 731 yd |
| Carrington Sports Ground CARRINGTON SPORTS GROUND CARRINGTON SPORTS GROUND MANSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| The Gym (Nottingham Sherwood) MANSFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 839 yd |
| Magdala Tennis Club MAGDALA ROAD | tennis courts | 1,016 yd |
| Sycamore Park (Closed) Hungerhill Road | grass pitches | 1,075 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 | 289.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.