Carmel Gardens is in Arnold, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG5 6LZ is located in the Ernehale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gedling. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carmel Gardens, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 6LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 6NN, NG5 6LW, NG5 6NL, NG5 6NP, NG5 6LX, NG5 6LN, NG5 6NJ, NG5 6QA, NG5 6LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG5 6LZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 53.5% | 54.1% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 46.5% | 45.9% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 | 30.3% | 28% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.6% | 48.1% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7% | 10.7% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 10.7% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.2% | 47.9% | 9.7% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 41.1% | 31.9% | -9.2% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 13.2% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 4.7% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 25% | 18.6% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 7.1% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 9% | -9.0% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 19.5% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 33.3% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 4.8% | 5.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 2.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.5% | 92.5% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 11.1% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 96% | 92.6% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 96% | 93% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.1% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.9% | 76.7% | 6.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.4% | 13.5% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carmel Gardens was 7.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.9% lower than the Ernehale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carmel Gardens has the 8th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Ernehale and the 30th lowest crime rate of 388 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Carmel Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-12-04 | £182,888 |
| 66 Carmel Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-07-26 | £251,118 |
| 64 Carmel Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-09-19 | £191,069 |
| 68 Carmel Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-02-15 | £204,841 |
| 80 Carmel Gardens, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2022-01-14 | £134,392 |
NG5 6LZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 6LZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 4,928 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 5,138 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold View Primary School Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NW | 3out of 4 | 425 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswell Junior School Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NW | - not rated | 425 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Rise Infant School Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NW | - not rated | 425 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodthorpe Infant School Arno Vale Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4JG | - not rated | 473 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arno Vale Junior School Saville Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4JF | 3out of 4 | 514 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 726 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 726 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 726 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King School Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Voluntary Academy Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,544 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 2,854 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Basford Hall College Stockhill Lane , NG6 0NB | - not rated | 5,266 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 | 5,248 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 | 832 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Daybrook Learning Centre Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 943 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 1out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Derrymount School Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | - not rated | 1,766 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ewing School Mansfield Road , Sherwood NG5 3FN | - not rated | 1,842 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cocos Cafe Kitchen | 32 Front Street, Arnold | 498 yd | |
| Refresh | 4 Market Place, Arnold | 501 yd | |
| Birds The Confectioners | Birds, 29 Front Street | 545 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa, 59 Front Street | 545 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurant | McDonalds Restaurants Ltd, Sir John Robinson Way | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound Inn | The Greyhound, 133 Nottingham Road | 458 yd | |
| Arnold & Dist. Leg Vic Club | Arnold And District Victory Club, Church Drive East | 541 yd | |
| Bostons | 45 Front Street, Arnold | 545 yd | |
| Arnold & District Liberal Club | Arnold And District Liberal Club, 1 West Street | 603 yd | |
| Cross Keys | 74 Front Street, Arnold | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiseki | 90 Nottingham Road, Arnold | 430 yd | |
| Ohannes Burger | 94 Nottingham Road, Arnold | 438 yd | |
| Chicken Licious | 163 Nottingham Road, Arnold | 507 yd | |
| Midland Kebab | 19 Front Street, Arnold | 545 yd | |
| Cucina Pizza | 35C Nottingham Road, Daybrook | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, Sir John Robinson Way | 458 yd | |
| Morrisons | Post Mill Close, Wymondham | 619 yd | |
| Arnold Continental Supermarket Ltd | 72 Front Street, Arnold | 659 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | Iceland, 77 Front Street | 671 yd | |
| Aldi | 97 Mansfield Road, Daybrook | 776 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Road Recreation Ground Nottingham Road | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| King George V Recreation Ground Hallams Lane | grass pitches | 398 yd |
| Ernehale Junior School DERWENT CRESCENT | grass pitches | 710 yd |
| Arnold Hill Academy GEDLING ROAD | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Daytona Salon (Closed) Mansfield Road | health and fitness suite | 732 yd |
| Robert Mellors School BONINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Good Shepherd Primary Catholic Academy SOMERSBY ROAD | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Thackerays Lane Thackerys Lane | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Arnold Mill Primary School CROSS STREET | grass pitches | 933 yd |
| Arnold Leisure Centre FRONT STREET | swimming pool | 1,005 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.