Plains Grove is in Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG3 5QU is located in the Porchester electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gedling. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Plains Grove, Nottingham, NG3 5QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG3 5LA, NG3 5QT, NG3 6DR, NG3 5PZ, NG3 5LF, NG3 5LB, NG3 5QW, NG3 5QE, NG3 5JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG3 5QU, 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 | 52.8% | 53% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 47.2% | 47% | -0.2% | 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 NG3 5QU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.5% 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 | 22.5% | 32.2% | 9.7% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 53.5% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 8.3% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 4.3% | -4.9% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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%) 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 | 42.5% | 48.9% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 37.1% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 10.4% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.1% | 14.8% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 11.7% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5.7% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 15.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.1% | 43% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.3% 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% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.9% | 86.3% | -8.6% | 81.4% | 4.9% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 92.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.9% | 92.6% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 1.1% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 93.5% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.1% | 0% | -9.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.5% | 37.2% | 12.3% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plains Grove was 6.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.8% lower than the Ernehale average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Plains Grove has the 5th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Ernehale and the 21st lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Plains Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £264,000 | 2022-05-27 | £293,051 |
| 6 Plains Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £218,500 | 2016-10-14 | £349,264 |
| 8 Plains Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,000 | 2013-12-05 | £343,744 |
| 8 Plains Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £165,500 | 2005-11-10 | £308,089 |
| 7 Plains Grove, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2003-08-15 | £326,093 |
NG3 5QU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NG3 5QU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 3,941 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 4,238 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mapperley Plains Primary and Nursery School Central Avenue , Mapperley NG3 5LD | - not rated | 287 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold Somersby Road , Arnold NG5 4LT | - not rated | 643 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold Somersby Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4LT | - not rated | 643 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernehale Infant School Derwent Crescent , Gedling Road NG5 6TA | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westdale Infant and Nursery Digby Avenue, Westdale Lane , Mapperley NG3 6ET | 3out of 4 | 989 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Hill School and Technology College Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,250 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,250 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,250 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elliott Durham School Ransom Drive , Mapperley NG3 5LR | - not rated | 1,472 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wells Academy Ransom Drive , NG3 5LR | 2out of 4 | 1,493 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold and Carlton College Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DR | - not rated | 1,183 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 3,639 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 4,570 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 5,116 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 5,116 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 | 3,807 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel Hurst School Mapperley Ltd 400 Westdale Lane , Mapperley NG3 6DG | - not rated | 450 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Digby School 61 Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DS | 4out of 4 | 1,053 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coteswood House School 19 Thackerays Lane , Woodthorpe NG5 4HT | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ewing School Mansfield Road , Sherwood NG5 3FN | - not rated | 1,852 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Daybrook Learning Centre Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 2,041 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalimera | 109 Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 176 yd | |
| Bombay | Bombay Restaurant, 39 Plains Road | 259 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Coffee Lovers (Mapperley) Ltd, 37 Plains Road | 267 yd | |
| Blossom Cafe At Beauty Temple Mapperley | 451 Westdale Lane West, Mapperley | 273 yd | |
| Mapperley Golf Club Half Way House | Mapperley Golf Club, Central Avenue | 289 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blues Dawg | 960 Woodborough Road, Mapperley | 275 yd | |
| Steves Bar | 910 Woodborough Road, Mapperley | 460 yd | |
| Treetops Public House | 187 Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 484 yd | |
| The Woodthorpe Top | Woodthorpe Top, 151A Woodthorpe Drive | 572 yd | |
| Plainsman | The Plainsman, 149 Woodthorpe Drive | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indigo - Indian Food To Go | 459 Westdale Lane West, Mapperley | 254 yd | |
| Karikana | 459 Westdale Lane West, Mapperley | 254 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 41E Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 267 yd | |
| Sabzee | 459 Westdale Lane West, Mapperley | 303 yd | |
| Expresso Pizza & Grill | 904 Woodborough Road, Mapperley | 488 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Co-op, 938-942 Woodborough Road | 318 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Local Breckhill, 5 Plains Road | 509 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mapperley Plains Sports And Social Club PLAINS ROAD | grass pitches | 557 yd |
| Mapperley Golf Club Plains Road | golf | 557 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Nottingham) PLAINS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 589 yd |
| Good Shepherd Primary Catholic Academy SOMERSBY ROAD | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Breck Hill Recreation Ground Maitland Road | grass pitches | 743 yd |
| Ernehale Junior School DERWENT CRESCENT | grass pitches | 1,066 yd |
| Woodthorpe Grange WOODTHORPE GRANGE WOODTHORPE GRANGE WOODTHORPE DRIVE | golf, grass pitches | 1,077 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.