Little Oakwood Drive is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG5 5AE is located in the Bulwell Forest electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham North. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Little Oakwood Drive, Nottingham, NG5 5AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 5BD, NG5 5AY, NG5 5BB, NG6 8ZW, NG5 5AW, NG5 5AD, NG5 5BA, NG6 8SS, NG5 5AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG5 5AE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 49.3% | 48.8% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 50.7% | 51.2% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 5AE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.4% 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 | 18.1% | 22.6% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.5% | 64.4% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 20.2% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 5.4% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.9% | -1.2% | 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 | 36.2% | 42% | 5.8% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 34.5% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 17.1% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.1% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.7% | 21.8% | -7.9% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 10.3% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12.6% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 8% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 21% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 24% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.3% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 10.2% | 5.1% | -5.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% |
| Pakistani | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.9% | 4.1% | 0.2% | 1.0% | 3.1% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 80.9% | 86% | 5.1% | 81.4% | 4.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 91.8% | 89.4% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 4.8% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 89.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.8% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.7% | 37.2% | 2.5% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Little Oakwood Drive was 27.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.4% lower than the Bulwell Forest average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Little Oakwood Drive has the 11th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Bulwell Forest and the 118th lowest crime rate of 939 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Little Oakwood Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-02-03 | £492,148 |
| 5 Little Oakwood Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2017-06-30 | £404,678 |
| 2 Little Oakwood Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2016-05-27 | £301,978 |
| 6 Little Oakwood Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2014-10-31 | £289,364 |
| 1 Little Oakwood Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £172,950 | 2011-04-15 | £344,149 |
NG5 5AE 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 5AE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Academy Lawton Drive , Bulwell Hall Estate NG6 8BL | 2out of 4 | 599 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanstead Nursery and Primary School Stanstead Avenue , Rise Park NG5 5BL | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Park Primary and Nursery School Bestwood Park Drive West , Rise Park NG5 5EL | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School Ragdale Road , Bulwell NG6 8GQ | 3out of 4 | 1,340 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westglade Primary School Syke Road , Top Valley NG5 9BG | 3out of 4 | 1,373 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Vale Academy Top Valley Drive , Top Valley NG5 9AZ | 1out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oakwood Academy Bewcastle Road , Warren Hill NG5 9PJ | 2out of 4 | 1,859 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holgate Academy Hillcrest Drive , Hucknall NG15 6PX | 2out of 4 | 3,801 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Academy Redhill Road , Arnold NG5 8GX | 4out of 4 | 4,038 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,223 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Crescent School Green Academy , Queensberry Street NG6 0DG | - not rated | 3,433 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derrymount School Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 3out of 4 | 4,299 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Home Education PRU Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road , NG5 3AE | 2out of 4 | 4,397 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| FUEL Unit 7 , Ellesmere Business Park NG5 1DX | - not rated | 4,712 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sandwich Bar | 310 Hucknall Lane | 297 yd | |
| The Old Forge Mill | Mill Lane | 618 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bestwood Road Sports And Social Club | Sports And Social Club, 40 Bestwood Road | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maggie's Sandwich Bar | 235 Hucknall Lane | 545 yd | |
| Domino's Pizzas | 219 Hucknall Lane | 689 yd | |
| Sea King Fish Bar | 15 Bestwood Park Drive West | 820 yd | |
| Rise Park Cafe | 11 Bestwood Park Drive West | 820 yd | |
| No 1 Cob Shop | 28 Hucknall Lane | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 2 Leen Drive | 770 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 17 Bestwood Park Drive West | 820 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanstead Primary School STANSTEAD AVENUE | grass pitches | 802 yd |
| Top Valley Academy (Closed) TOP VALLEY DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 851 yd |
| Parkvale Academy TOP VALLEY DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 851 yd |
| Ken Martin Leisure Centre SHELL FOR KEN MARTIN SWIMMING POOL AND BUNGALOW SHELL FOR KEN MARTIN SWIMMING POOL AND BUNGALOW HUCKNALL LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 899 yd |
| Bestwood Miners Welfare Sports Ground Park Road | grass pitches | 971 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.