Bailey Drive is in Mapperley, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG3 5US is located in the Porchester electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gedling. This postcode has been in use since 2010-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bailey Drive, Mapperley, Nottingham, NG3 5US and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG3 5UT, NG3 5NT, NG3 5UY, NG3 5RH, NG3 5GR, NG5 6PN, NG5 6PA, NG3 5RF, NG5 4NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG3 5US has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 52.5% | 56.3% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 47.5% | 43.7% | -3.8% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NG3 5US, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.7% 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 | 29% | 47.7% | 18.7% | 37.9% | 9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 31.6% | -22.7% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 13.2% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 (86.4%) 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 | 48.7% | 59.2% | 10.5% | 48.4% | 10.8% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 27.2% | -10.9% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 9.7% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.9% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 5US this area, 9.2% 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 51.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.9% | 9.2% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 6.9% | -6.6% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 12.6% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 14.9% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 51.7% | 14.1% | 33.8% | 17.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.7% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 2% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| White | 87.9% | 86.8% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 92.7% | 92.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 92.2% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 0.5% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.1% | 37.2% | 18.9% |
| Christian | 35.6% | 46.2% | -10.6% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bailey Drive was 60.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.4% higher than the Cavendish average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bailey Drive has the 16th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Cavendish and the 117th highest crime rate of 387 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Bailey Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £875,000 | 2025-10-03 | £877,576 |
| 6 Bailey Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2025-08-22 | £501,378 |
| 19 Bailey Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-06-16 | £173,026 |
| 39 Bailey Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, a newly built property | £825,000 | 2024-03-19 | £856,860 |
| 43 Bailey Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, a newly built property | £825,000 | 2024-03-19 | £856,860 |
NG3 5US 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 4,575 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 5,032 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 | 543 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernehale Infant School Derwent Crescent , Gedling Road NG5 6TA | 3out of 4 | 873 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold Somersby Road , Arnold NG5 4LT | - not rated | 937 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold Somersby Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4LT | - not rated | 937 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernehale Junior School Derwent Crescent , Gedling Road NG5 6TA | 3out of 4 | 954 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,047 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King School Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | - not rated | 1,162 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Voluntary Academy Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,025 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 4,236 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 5,269 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 | 2out of 4 | 4,191 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 | 901 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Digby School 61 Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DS | 4out of 4 | 971 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coteswood House School 19 Thackerays Lane , Woodthorpe NG5 4HT | - not rated | 1,884 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Daybrook Learning Centre Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 2,450 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ewing School Mansfield Road , Sherwood NG5 3FN | - not rated | 2,596 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health | Nuffield Health Wellbeing Centre, Plains Road | 162 yd | |
| Mapperley Golf Club Half Way House | Mapperley Golf Club, Central Avenue | 542 yd | |
| Kalimera | 109 Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 639 yd | |
| Duffy's Cafe Tea Room Ltd | 75 Somersby Road, Woodthorpe | 859 yd | |
| Jeanie's Cafe Tea Room | 75 Somersby Road, Woodthorpe | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mapperley Plains Rec. & Social Club | Mapperley Plains Social Club, Plains Road | 162 yd | |
| Treetops Public House | 187 Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 368 yd | |
| Arrow | The Arrow, Gedling Road | 1,031 yd | |
| The Blues Dawg | 960 Woodborough Road, Mapperley | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabzee | 459 Westdale Lane West, Mapperley | 978 yd | |
| Indigo - Indian Food To Go | 459 Westdale Lane West, Mapperley | 1,015 yd | |
| Karikana | 459 Westdale Lane West, Mapperley | 1,015 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 41E Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Post Mill Close, Wymondham | 1,062 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health (Nottingham) PLAINS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 226 yd |
| Mapperley Plains Sports And Social Club PLAINS ROAD | grass pitches | 258 yd |
| Mapperley Golf Club Plains Road | golf | 422 yd |
| Playfootball Nottingham Arnold School and Technology College Arnold School and Technology College Gedling Road | artificial grass pitch | 939 yd |
| Ernehale Junior School DERWENT CRESCENT | grass pitches | 956 yd |
| Good Shepherd Primary Catholic Academy SOMERSBY ROAD | grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Arnold Hill Academy GEDLING ROAD | grass pitches | 1,045 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 | 86.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.1% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 31.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.