Mays Avenue is in Carlton, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG4 1AS is located in the Carlton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gedling. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mays Avenue, Carlton, Nottingham, NG4 1AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG4 1AU, NG3 7FU, NG4 1AT, NG4 1AH, NG4 1AX, NG4 1HF, NG4 1AB, NG3 7FY, NG3 7FW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG4 1AS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.7% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.3% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 NG4 1AS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 24.7% | 29.6% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 53.4% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 40.6% | 46.2% | 5.6% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 43.1% | 35.3% | -7.8% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 13.9% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 20% | 22.8% | 2.8% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 8.3% | -5.7% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 13.6% | -7.8% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 8.7% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 15.5% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 28.6% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 4.6% | 1.3% | -3.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.9% | 86.3% | -6.6% | 81.4% | 4.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 94.6% | 87.3% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 5.1% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 5.9% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 87.3% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 11% | 10.2% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Buddhist | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mays Avenue was 40.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.9% lower than the Carlton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mays Avenue has the 14th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Carlton and the 191st highest crime rate of 385 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Mays Avenue, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-02-11 | £124,880 |
| 105 Mays Avenue, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2025-02-11 | £93,910 |
| 103A Mays Avenue, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2024-03-15 | £219,990 |
| 109 Mays Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-02-12 | £256,058 |
| 103A Mays Avenue, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-01-31 | £209,581 |
NG4 1AS 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 NG4 1AS 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 | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkdale Primary School Parkdale Road , Carlton NG4 1BX | 3out of 4 | 393 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Vale Road , Colwick NG4 2ED | 3out of 4 | 712 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sacred Heart Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy Southcliffe Road , Carlton NG4 1EQ | 3out of 4 | 822 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Carlton Infant Academy Garden Avenue , Foxhill Road NG4 1QS | 3out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Carlton Junior Academy Garden Avenue , Foxhill Road NG4 1QT | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Academy Coningswath Road , Carlton NG4 3SH | 3out of 4 | 1,955 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton le Willows Academy Wood Lane , Gedling NG4 4AA | 3out of 4 | 3,010 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wells Academy Ransom Drive , NG3 5LR | - not rated | 3,108 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Djanogly City Academy Gregory Boulevard , Nottingham Road NG7 6ND | 3out of 4 | 4,754 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | 2out of 4 | 4,839 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 | 3,266 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 | 751 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Iona School 310 Sneinton Dale , Sneinton NG3 7DN | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Venture Learning 19A Forester Street , Netherfield NG4 2LJ | - not rated | 1,920 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorneywood Education Base The Wells Road , NG3 3AL | - not rated | 2,015 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rosehill School St Matthias Road , NG3 2FE | 4out of 4 | 2,246 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Digby School 61 Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DS | 3out of 4 | 2,937 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 26 Oakdale Road | 988 yd | |
| Toro's Steak House | 20-22 Oakdale Road | 988 yd | |
| Oceans | 94 Carlton Hill, Carlton | 1,029 yd | |
| The Bakery & Kitchen | 295 - 297 Carlton Hill, Carlton | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery Colwick Park | Toby Carvery, Daleside Road East | 489 yd | |
| Starting Gate | Starting Gate Ph, Candle Meadow | 682 yd | |
| Nags Head | 106 Carlton Hill, Carlton | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakdale Chippy | 106 Oakdale Road | 440 yd | |
| Silver Marlin Fish Bar & Chinese Express | Silver Marlin, 218 Carlton Hill | 970 yd | |
| New Summer Palace 2023 Ltd | 24 Oakdale Road | 988 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkdale Primary School PARKDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 454 yd |
| St John The Baptist Ce Primary School VALE ROAD | grass pitches | 702 yd |
| Oakdale Road Recreation Ground ONCHAN AVENUE | tennis courts | 786 yd |
| Nottingham Academy (Greenwood Campus) GREENWOOD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 901 yd |
| The Powerhouse Gymnasium (Closed) Carlton Hill | health and fitness suite | 955 yd |
| Colwick Recreation Ground Mile End Road | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Carlton Hill Recreation Ground Carlton Mews | grass pitches | 965 yd |
| Nottingham Wildcats Arena GREENWOOD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 995 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 | 142.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.