Breck Hill Road is in Woodthorpe, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG5 4GQ is located in the Woodthorpe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gedling. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Breck Hill Road, Woodthorpe, Nottingham, NG5 4GQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 4JU, NG5 4JX, NG5 4GU, NG5 4LB, NG5 4GW, NG5 4JY, NG5 4GX, NG5 4FX, NG5 4GR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG5 4GQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 NG5 4GQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 22.3% | 31.5% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 53.1% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7.5% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 (89.2%) 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 | 53.7% | 60% | 6.3% | 48.4% | 11.6% |
| Good health | 32% | 29.2% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 6.7% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 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.
In the area around NG5 4GQ this area, 9.6% 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 54.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 9.6% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 6.8% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 10.9% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 4.1% | -2.3% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 14.3% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.3% | 54.3% | 14.0% | 33.8% | 20.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.9% | 91.6% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 94.9% | 91.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 91.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.3% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.9% | 37.2% | 11.7% |
| Christian | 42.2% | 46.2% | -4.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Breck Hill Road was 5.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.8% lower than the Ernehale average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Breck Hill Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Ernehale and the 17th lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Breck Hill Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £377,000 | 2025-11-03 | £373,709 |
| 65 Breck Hill Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2025-08-29 | £481,120 |
| 48 Breck Hill Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-07-19 | £345,287 |
| 88 Breck Hill Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-07-19 | £234,165 |
| 78 Breck Hill Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £233,500 | 2024-05-23 | £245,007 |
NG5 4GQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NG5 4GQ 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 3,913 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 4,003 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 | 5,236 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croft Nursery School St Peter's Street , Radford NG7 3EN | - not rated | 5,380 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arno Vale Junior School Saville Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4JF | 3out of 4 | 621 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arno Vale Junior School Saville Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4JF | - not rated | 621 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold Somersby Road , Arnold NG5 4LT | - not rated | 664 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary, Arnold Somersby Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4LT | - not rated | 664 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodthorpe Infant School Arno Vale Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4JG | - not rated | 693 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,321 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elliott Durham School Ransom Drive , Mapperley NG3 5LR | - not rated | 1,366 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wells Academy Ransom Drive , NG3 5LR | 2out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,954 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 2,858 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 4,499 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 4,974 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 4,974 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 | 4,182 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coteswood House School 19 Thackerays Lane , Woodthorpe NG5 4HT | - not rated | 628 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ewing School Mansfield Road , Sherwood NG5 3FN | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Hurst School Mapperley Ltd 400 Westdale Lane , Mapperley NG3 6DG | - not rated | 1,165 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Daybrook Learning Centre Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 1,356 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Home Education PRU Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road , NG5 3AE | - not rated | 1,668 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bean Culture | Woodthorpe Grange, Woodthorpe Drive | 527 yd | |
| Jeanie's Cafe Tea Room | 75 Somersby Road, Woodthorpe | 632 yd | |
| Duffy's Cafe Tea Room Ltd | 75 Somersby Road, Woodthorpe | 651 yd | |
| Birds The Confectioners | 19 Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 700 yd | |
| Nissi's American Diner | 21B Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodthorpe Top | Woodthorpe Top, 151A Woodthorpe Drive | 625 yd | |
| Plainsman | The Plainsman, 149 Woodthorpe Drive | 625 yd | |
| The Bread And Bitter | Bread And Bitter Public House, Woodthorpe Drive | 625 yd | |
| Steves Bar | 910 Woodborough Road, Mapperley | 762 yd | |
| The Blues Dawg | 960 Woodborough Road, Mapperley | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peking House | 9 Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 727 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 41E Plains Road, Woodthorpe | 728 yd | |
| Expresso Pizza & Grill | 904 Woodborough Road, Mapperley | 761 yd | |
| Hoo Tak | 902 Woodborough Road, Mapperley | 769 yd | |
| Burg Burger | 890 Woodborough Road, Mapperley | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Local Breckhill, 5 Plains Road | 728 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | Co-op, 938-942 Woodborough Road | 766 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 601 Woodborough Road | 896 yd | |
| Tesco | Unit 1, 712 - 716 Mansfield Road | 963 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Breck Hill Recreation Ground Maitland Road | grass pitches | 403 yd |
| Woodthorpe Grange WOODTHORPE GRANGE WOODTHORPE GRANGE WOODTHORPE DRIVE | golf, grass pitches | 533 yd |
| Good Shepherd Primary Catholic Academy SOMERSBY ROAD | grass pitches | 678 yd |
| Woodthorpe Tennis Club Albemarle Road | tennis courts | 815 yd |
| Thackerays Lane Thackerys Lane | grass pitches | 894 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 | 148 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.