Ridsdale Road is in Sherwood, Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG5 3GR is located in the Sherwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ridsdale Road, Sherwood, Nottingham, NG5 3GR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 3GQ, NG5 3GS, NG5 3GN, NG5 3GJ, NG5 3GU, NG5 3GT, NG5 3GW, NG5 3GP, NG5 3GZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG5 3GR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 51.8% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 51.4% | 48.2% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 28.7% | 34.8% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 49% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 5.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 46.5% | 54.1% | 7.6% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 31.9% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 11.7% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 NG5 3GR this area, 8.3% 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 46.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17% | 8.3% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 7.9% | 0.6% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 15.8% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 11.5% | -2.7% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.1% | 46.6% | 8.5% | 33.8% | 12.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 8.5% | 8.2% | 2.7% | 5.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.1% | 4.2% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 3.2% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| White | 85.7% | 73% | -12.7% | 81.4% | -8.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 84.7% 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 | 90.2% | 84.7% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 2.3% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 6.2% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 84.7% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 11.1% | 8.7% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 1.6% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 8.1% | 6.5% | 1.6% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ridsdale Road was 7.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.2% lower than the Sherwood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ridsdale Road has the lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Sherwood and the 18th lowest crime rate of 939 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.8%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Ridsdale Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2025-07-11 | £416,216 |
| 33 Ridsdale Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2022-06-28 | £421,470 |
| 3 Ridsdale Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £392,500 | 2021-03-25 | £481,023 |
| 43 Ridsdale Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2020-09-04 | £505,785 |
| 29 Ridsdale Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2019-08-23 | £384,374 |
NG5 3GR 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Education | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 4,932 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burford Primary and Nursery School Oxclose Lane , Arnold NG5 6FX | 3out of 4 | 514 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seely Primary School Perry Road , Sherwood NG5 3AE | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robin Hood Primary School Beckhampton Road , Bestwood Park NG5 5NA | 3out of 4 | 1,223 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glade Hill Primary & Nursery School Chippenham Road , Bestwood Park NG5 5TA | 3out of 4 | 1,246 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnbrook Primary School Bestwood Lodge Drive , Arnold NG5 8NE | 2out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Free School The Courtaulds Building , 290 Haydn Road NG5 1EB | 3out of 4 | 1,918 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Academy Redhill Road , Arnold NG5 8GX | 4out of 4 | 2,188 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | 2out of 4 | 2,221 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wells Academy Ransom Drive , NG3 5LR | - not rated | 2,368 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Vale Academy Top Valley Drive , Top Valley NG5 9AZ | 1out of 4 | 2,709 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,972 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 | 5,331 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tlg Nottingham Arnold Rd Evangelical Church , Arnold Rd NG5 5HN | - not rated | 551 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Home Education PRU Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road , NG5 3AE | 2out of 4 | 1,095 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| FUEL Unit 7 , Ellesmere Business Park NG5 1DX | - not rated | 2,073 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Crescent School Green Academy , Queensberry Street NG6 0DG | - not rated | 2,529 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derrymount School Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 3out of 4 | 2,763 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chayah Development Project | Edwards Lane Community Centre, Alderton Road | 413 yd | |
| Denj Restaurant | 827-829 Mansfield Road | 494 yd | |
| Woodthorpe Tandoori | 774 Mansfield Road, Woodthorpe | 516 yd | |
| Starbucks | Starbucks Coffee, Unit 1 | 613 yd | |
| Tasty Willows | 91 Mansfield Road, Daybrook | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vale Hotel | Vale Hotel, Mansfield Road | 540 yd | |
| The Abdication Micro Pub | 89 Mansfield Road, Daybrook | 847 yd | |
| Coopers Brook | The Old Spot, Mansfield Road | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wandering Dragon | 772 Mansfield Road, Woodthorpe | 516 yd | |
| Jerk Kitchen | 776 Mansfield Road, Woodthorpe | 516 yd | |
| Marks Munchies | Unit 2, Daybrook Business Centre | 617 yd | |
| Pizza Babylon | 139 Oxclose Lane, Arnold | 742 yd | |
| Poppadum Takeaway | Indian Spice, 133 Oxclose Lane | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Oxclose Lane, Arnold | 636 yd | |
| Aldi | 97 Mansfield Road, Daybrook | 847 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 1, 712 - 716 Mansfield Road | 871 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haywood School (Closed) Edwards Lane | 321 yd | |
| Thackerays Lane Thackerys Lane | grass pitches | 669 yd |
| Woodthorpe Tennis Club Albemarle Road | tennis courts | 676 yd |
| Valley Road Tennis Courts VALLEY ROAD | tennis courts | 752 yd |
| Daytona Salon (Closed) Mansfield Road | health and fitness suite | 879 yd |
| Basford Mill Cricket Club VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 931 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 165.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.