Carlton Road is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG3 7AF 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 Carlton Road, Nottingham, NG3 7AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG3 6JL, NG3 7AE, NG3 6LZ, NG3 7AD, NG3 7AZ, NG3 6JN, NG3 7AB, NG3 7BA, NG3 6JH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG3 7AF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 44.8% | 48.9% | 4.1% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 55.2% | 51.1% | -4.1% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 7AF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.8% 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 | 55.6% | 58.8% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.8% | 22.7% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -21.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10% | 9.9% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.8% | 43.9% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 33.9% | -2.5% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 13.9% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 7.9% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 19.7% | 17.9% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11.9% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 14% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.3% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 19.6% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 28.5% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 6.9% | 3.8% | -3.1% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.6% 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 | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 10.6% | 10.3% | 2.5% | 8.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.4% | 1.4% | -3.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 3.9% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 3.1% |
| White | 84.2% | 70.6% | -13.6% | 81.4% | -10.8% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 79.3% 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 | 84.2% | 79.3% | -4.9% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| European Union | 8.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 9.6% | 7.9% | 2.7% | 6.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.5% | 79.3% | -4.2% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 4% | 10.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 7.1% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.7% | 76.7% | -8.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 40.1% | 46.2% | -6.1% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 6.4% | 6.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carlton Road was 136.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.7% higher than the Mapperley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carlton Road has the 20th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Mapperley and the 309th highest crime rate of 939 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 621 Carlton Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-12-08 | £158,434 |
| 617 Carlton Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2024-10-18 | £146,695 |
| 587 Carlton Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-09-06 | £109,245 |
| 639 Carlton Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2023-07-27 | £163,778 |
| 611 Carlton Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-05-03 | £169,863 |
NG3 7AF 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 | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 4,319 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hogarth Academy Porchester Road , NG3 6JG | 3out of 4 | 201 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy Gordon Road , St Ann's NG3 2LG | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Standhill Infants' School Standhill Road , Carlton NG4 1JL | 3out of 4 | 660 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Bell Hill Primary and Nursery School Gordon Road , St Ann's NG3 2LE | 3out of 4 | 724 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edale Rise Primary & Nursery School Edale Road , Sneinton Dale NG2 4HT | 3out of 4 | 1,043 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,766 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Academy Coningswath Road , Carlton NG4 3SH | 3out of 4 | 1,813 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Djanogly City Academy Gregory Boulevard , Nottingham Road NG7 6ND | 3out of 4 | 3,248 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham Free School The Courtaulds Building , 290 Haydn Road NG5 1EB | 3out of 4 | 3,472 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton le Willows Academy Wood Lane , Gedling NG4 4AA | 3out of 4 | 3,918 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 | 2,221 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 | 1,215 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorneywood Education Base The Wells Road , NG3 3AL | - not rated | 699 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rosehill School St Matthias Road , NG3 2FE | 4out of 4 | 927 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Iona School 310 Sneinton Dale , Sneinton NG3 7DN | - not rated | 957 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutherland House School Bath Street , NG1 1DA | 3out of 4 | 1,787 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollygirt School Elm Avenue , NG3 4GF | - not rated | 2,124 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age Concern Mayfields Day Centre | Age Concern, 352 - 356 Carlton Hill | 630 yd | |
| Age Concern Tea Bar | Age Concern, 352 - 356 Carlton Hill | 652 yd | |
| Snax on the Dale | 379 Sneinton Dale | 676 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 26 Oakdale Road | 690 yd | |
| Toro's Steak House | 20-22 Oakdale Road | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brickyard | 1A Standhill Road, Carlton | 567 yd | |
| Greyfriars Social Club | Greyfriars Club, Gordon Road | 754 yd | |
| The March Hare | 248 Carlton Road | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Levanti's | 500 Carlton Road | 362 yd | |
| Pizza Cab | 506 Carlton Road | 362 yd | |
| UK 3 Fellas Ltd | 512 Carlton Road | 362 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos, 390 Carlton Hill | 427 yd | |
| Orient Chef | 378 Carlton Hill, Carlton | 427 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 1 Oakdale Road | 599 yd | |
| IC Discounts | The Wells Road | 809 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | Iceland, 303 Carlton Hill | 812 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 305A Carlton Hill | 812 yd | |
| Falcon Supermarket | 135 Carlton Road | 1,088 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hogarth Academy PORCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 216 yd |
| Sutherland House Schools (Closed) Sutherland Road | 222 yd | |
| K.K Sports And Leisure Centre KASHMIR SPORTS AND LEISURE CENTRE KASHMIR SPORTS AND LEISURE CENTRE CARLTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 489 yd |
| Castle College (Carlton Road Centre) (Closed) Carlton Road | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Standhill Recreation Ground Standhill Road | grass pitches | 862 yd |
| Rosehill School (Closed) St. Matthias Road | 1,012 yd | |
| Nottingham Academy (Greenwood Campus) GREENWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,068 yd |
| Nottingham Wildcats Arena GREENWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,082 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 | 141.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.