Astrid Gardens is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG5 5LW is located in the Bestwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Astrid Gardens, Nottingham, NG5 5LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 5LX, NG5 5LU, NG5 5LQ, NG5 5GH, NG5 5GG, NG5 5GF, NG5 5LR, NG5 5LT, NG5 5LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG5 5LW has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.7% of the population 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 | 55.7% | 57.7% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 6.7% |
| Male | 44.3% | 42.3% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -6.7% |
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 5LW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.7% 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 | 44.6% | 53.7% | 9.1% | 37.9% | 15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.7% | 29.9% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -14.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 9.1% | -4.3% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 4.9% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 43.9% | 40.7% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 36.3% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 16.4% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 5.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.4% | 22.8% | -11.6% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 14.2% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.9% | 17.9% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 16.7% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 22.2% | 13.3% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.7% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 3.2% | 6.6% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 4.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 8.1% | 8.8% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 7.8% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 5.9% | 3.5% | -2.4% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 79.6% | 74.8% | -4.8% | 81.4% | -6.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
In this area, 81.9% 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 | 90.5% | 81.9% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -1.3% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 7.5% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.5% | 4.4% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 3.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.7% | 83% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -0.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 8.1% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 5.4% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.1% | 1.3% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 2.2% | -3.7% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.9% | 76.7% | -14.8% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.1% | 37.2% | 15.9% |
| Christian | 41.2% | 46.2% | -5.0% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Astrid Gardens was 91.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.7% lower than the Bestwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Astrid Gardens has the 27th lowest crime rate of 60 local areas in Bestwood and the 470th lowest crime rate of 939 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Astrid Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2022-04-01 | £140,617 |
| 5 Astrid Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2016-03-31 | £169,799 |
| 6 Astrid Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2009-10-09 | £136,811 |
| 6 Astrid Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2006-08-31 | £121,509 |
| 10 Astrid Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £74,500 | 2006-06-30 | £132,970 |
The percentage of student residents living in NG5 5LW area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| 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 | 4,909 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Whipple Primary School Padstow Road , Bestwood NG5 5GH | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robin Hood Primary School Beckhampton Road , Bestwood Park NG5 5NA | 3out of 4 | 797 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School Piccadilly , Bulwell NG6 9FN | 3out of 4 | 969 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westglade Primary School Syke Road , Top Valley NG5 9BG | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southglade Primary and Nursery School Beckhampton Road , NG5 5NE | 3out of 4 | 1,009 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 | 1,316 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,070 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oakwood Academy Bewcastle Road , Warren Hill NG5 9PJ | 2out of 4 | 2,307 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham Free School The Courtaulds Building , 290 Haydn Road NG5 1EB | 3out of 4 | 2,378 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellis Guilford School Bar Lane , Basford NG6 0HT | 1out of 4 | 2,510 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,331 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Crescent School Green Academy , Queensberry Street NG6 0DG | - not rated | 1,488 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Home Education PRU Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road , NG5 3AE | 2out of 4 | 2,234 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| FUEL Unit 7 , Ellesmere Business Park NG5 1DX | - not rated | 2,479 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derrymount School Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 3out of 4 | 3,809 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ajaes Cob Shop | 6 Andover Road | 593 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd (Tesco Customer cafe) | Tesco, Top Valley Way | 805 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 1, Top Valley Way | 805 yd | |
| Bulwell Forest Golf Club | Golf Pavilion, Hucknall Road | 879 yd | |
| Nottingham High School Pavilion | High School Sports Ground, Hucknall Road | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butchers Pencil | 59 Beckhampton Road | 792 yd | |
| Tuck and Tanner | The Tuck And Tanner, 6 Top Valley Way | 805 yd | |
| Top Valley Social Club | Top Valley Social Club, 1 Potters Close | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor | 151 Andover Road | 545 yd | |
| Britannia Pizza | 3 Gainsford Crescent | 559 yd | |
| Beijing Garden | 4 Andover Road | 593 yd | |
| Yo! To Go Nottingham TV | Tesco, Top Valley Way | 805 yd | |
| Little Caesars Pizza | Unit 2, Top Valley Way | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores | 989 Hucknall Road | 707 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | 246 Arnold Road | 759 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tesco, Top Valley Way | 805 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southglade Leisure Centre SOUTHGLADE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 276 yd |
| Robin Hood Primary School BECKHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 729 yd |
| Bulwell Forest Golf Club THE CLUBHOUSE THE CLUBHOUSE HUCKNALL ROAD | golf | 875 yd |
| Bulwell Forest BULWELL FOREST BULWELL FOREST HUCKNALL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 883 yd |
| Westglade Primary School SYKE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,027 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 | 136 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.