Mapperley Plains is in Mapperley, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG3 5RT is located in the Dumbles electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sherwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mapperley Plains, Mapperley, Nottingham, NG3 5RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 6SP, NG5 7HG, NG3 5RU, NG3 5RS, NG5 6SD, NG5 7HJ, NG5 6RW, NG5 6SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG3 5RT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 52.6% | 53.7% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 47.4% | 46.3% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 21.6% | 29.6% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 48.3% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 7.1% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 21.6% | 12.9% | -8.7% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.8% | 39.4% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 41.4% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 7.8% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 14.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.5% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.2% | 20.1% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 9.9% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 13.9% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 10.2% | 6.2% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 14.6% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 28.2% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.8% | 90.4% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.9% | 96.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 96.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.1% | 37.2% | -9.1% |
| Christian | 61.1% | 46.2% | 14.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mapperley Plains was 22.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.8% higher than the Dumbles average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Mapperley Plains has the 9th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Dumbles and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loreto Cottage Mapperley Plains, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £860,000 | 2023-12-15 | £842,661 |
| Travellers Rest Inn Mapperley Plains, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £3,085,324 | 2019-02-22 | £3,915,059 |
| Travellers Rest Inn Mapperley Plains, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Other, an established residential building | £3,085,324 | 2018-10-15 | £3,805,755 |
| 600 Mapperley Plains, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2010-09-03 | £870,805 |
| 358 Mapperley Plains, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 1999-05-28 | £987,647 |
NG3 5RT area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 5RT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 5RT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coppice Farm Primary School Laver Close , Arnold NG5 7LS | 3out of 4 | 536 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Killisick Junior School Killisick Road , Arnold NG5 8BY | 3out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Killisick Junior School Killisick Road , Arnold NG5 8BY | - not rated | 1,180 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinewood Infant and Nursery School Pinewood Avenue , Arnold NG5 8BU | 4out of 4 | 1,363 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernehale Junior School Derwent Crescent , Gedling Road NG5 6TA | 3out of 4 | 1,407 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King School Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | - not rated | 782 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Voluntary Academy Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 782 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill School and Technology College Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,168 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 4,825 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 | 5,430 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Digby School 61 Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DS | 4out of 4 | 2,172 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Hurst School Mapperley Ltd 400 Westdale Lane , Mapperley NG3 6DG | - not rated | 2,231 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Derrymount School Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | - not rated | 2,350 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 1out of 4 | 2,414 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coteswood House School 19 Thackerays Lane , Woodthorpe NG5 4HT | - not rated | 2,629 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur's Eatery | Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains | 457 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Catholic Voluntary Academy DARLTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Playfootball Nottingham Arnold School and Technology College Arnold School and Technology College Gedling Road | artificial grass pitch | 895 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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 | 25.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.