Upton Drive is in Nottingham and in City Of Nottingham district. NG5 3HP 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 Upton Drive, Nottingham, NG5 3HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 3HQ, NG5 3HR, NG5 3HN, NG5 3HS, NG5 3HL, NG5 3HJ, NG5 3GY, NG5 3EZ, NG5 3FB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG5 3HP, 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 | 58.8% | 53.7% | -5.1% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 41.2% | 46.3% | 5.1% | 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.
In the immediate area around NG5 3HP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.8% 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 | 42.3% | 43.8% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.3% | 34.8% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 8% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 11.2% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 35.5% | 34.9% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -13.5% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 42% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 8.4% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 17.3% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 2.7% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 3.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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% | 23.2% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 8.5% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 12.5% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.4% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 16.5% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 31.3% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 8% | 2.7% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 8.6% | 2.3% | -6.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 0.8% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 6.1% | 4.7% | -1.4% | 1.0% | 3.7% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.3% | 0.8% | -2.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 75.9% | 82% | 6.1% | 81.4% | 0.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
In this area, 84.1% 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 | 89% | 84.1% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 9.9% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 3.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.2% | 83.5% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 9.8% | 9.0% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.1% | 1.6% | -4.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 6.7% | 1.3% | 5.4% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upton Drive was 115.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.7% lower than the Sherwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Upton Drive has the 8th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Sherwood and the 401st highest crime rate of 934 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 84.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Upton Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-09-27 | £300,515 |
| 2 Upton Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2015-12-01 | £204,780 |
| 4 Upton Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2015-11-13 | £192,360 |
| 1 Upton Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2008-05-23 | £225,074 |
| 8 Upton Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2007-11-23 | £196,453 |
NG5 3HP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NG5 3HP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 3,752 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 4,377 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre Denman Street West , Radford NG7 3AB | - not rated | 4,850 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Nursery School St Peter's Street , Radford NG7 3EN | - not rated | 4,944 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Alban's Infant and Nursery School Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 739 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burford Primary and Nursery School Oxclose Lane , Arnold NG5 6FX | - not rated | 888 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burford Primary and Nursery School Oxclose Lane , Arnold NG5 6FX | - not rated | 888 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seely Junior School Perry Road , Sherwood NG5 3AE | - not rated | 967 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seely Primary School Perry Road , Sherwood NG5 3AE | 3out of 4 | 967 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haywood School Edwards Lane , Sherwood NG5 3HZ | - not rated | 630 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham Free School The Courtaulds Building , 290 Haydn Road NG5 1EB | 3out of 4 | 1,876 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elliott Durham School Ransom Drive , Mapperley NG3 5LR | - not rated | 1,903 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wells Academy Ransom Drive , NG3 5LR | 2out of 4 | 1,942 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill School and Technology College Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,970 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 1,776 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold and Carlton College Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DR | - not rated | 3,035 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Basford Hall College Stockhill Lane , NG6 0NB | - not rated | 3,996 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 4,675 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 5,033 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 | 4,903 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ewing School Mansfield Road , Sherwood NG5 3FN | - not rated | 619 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coteswood House School 19 Thackerays Lane , Woodthorpe NG5 4HT | - not rated | 627 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Daybrook Learning Centre Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 739 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckhampton Centre Edwards Lane , NG5 6EQ | - not rated | 861 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hospital and Home Education PRU Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road , NG5 3AE | - not rated | 967 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodthorpe Tandoori | 774 Mansfield Road, Woodthorpe | 299 yd | |
| Denj Restaurant | 827-829 Mansfield Road | 414 yd | |
| Starbucks | Starbucks Coffee, Unit 1 | 533 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 2, 712 - 716 Mansfield Road | 561 yd | |
| Sherwood Community Centre Cafe | Sherwood Community Centre, Woodthorpe House, Mansfield Road | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vale Hotel | Vale Hotel, Mansfield Road | 420 yd | |
| The Abdication Micro Pub | 89 Mansfield Road, Daybrook | 942 yd | |
| Coopers Brook | The Old Spot, Mansfield Road | 942 yd | |
| Sherwood Manor | Sherwood Manor, 639 Mansfield Road | 966 yd | |
| The Crimson Tree | 621 Mansfield Road | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wandering Dragon | 772 Mansfield Road, Woodthorpe | 299 yd | |
| Jerk Kitchen | 776 Mansfield Road, Woodthorpe | 299 yd | |
| Marks Munchies | Unit 2, Daybrook Business Centre | 741 yd | |
| Cucina Pizza | 35C Nottingham Road, Daybrook | 880 yd | |
| Pearl House | 2-2a Hall Street | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Unit 1, 712 - 716 Mansfield Road | 561 yd | |
| Aldi | 97 Mansfield Road, Daybrook | 942 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Oxclose Lane, Arnold | 981 yd | |
| Co-Op Food | 624 Mansfield Road | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodthorpe Tennis Club Albemarle Road | tennis courts | 332 yd |
| Thackerays Lane Thackerys Lane | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Haywood School (Closed) Edwards Lane | 633 yd | |
| Valley Road Tennis Courts VALLEY ROAD | tennis courts | 759 yd |
| The Gym (Nottingham Sherwood) MANSFIELD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 917 yd |
| Daytona Salon (Closed) Mansfield Road | health and fitness suite | 960 yd |
| Basford Mill Cricket Club VALLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,013 yd |
| Woodthorpe Grange WOODTHORPE GRANGE WOODTHORPE GRANGE WOODTHORPE DRIVE | golf, grass pitches | 1,071 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 | 174.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.