Downham Close is in Arnold, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG5 6PR 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 Downham Close, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 6PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 6PU, NG5 6TB, NG5 6PE, NG5 6PS, NG5 6SE, NG5 6PT, NG5 6QJ, NG5 6PG, NG5 6QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG5 6PR has a female population much higher than UK average, with 59.8% 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 | 54.2% | 59.8% | 5.6% | 51.0% | 8.8% |
| Male | 45.8% | 40.2% | -5.6% | 49.0% | -8.8% |
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 6PR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.5% 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 | 32.6% | 42.5% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 36.6% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.2% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 15.8% | 15.6% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 3.2% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 (85.6%) 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 | 48.9% | 48.4% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 10.3% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 18.5% | 12.1% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 12.1% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 15.8% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 4.2% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.9% | 23.7% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 31.6% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% 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 | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.8% | 90.7% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96.9% | 93.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 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 | 96.9% | 93.3% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.2% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 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 | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Downham Close was 14.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.8% lower than the Ernehale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Downham Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Ernehale and the 64th lowest crime rate of 385 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Downham Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £202,500 | 2024-11-22 | £207,866 |
| 18 Downham Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-10-23 | £215,353 |
| 41 Downham Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-07-03 | £136,389 |
| 21 Downham Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-04-06 | £183,320 |
| 15 Downham Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2022-09-23 | £202,385 |
NG5 6PR 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ernehale Junior School Derwent Crescent , Gedling Road NG5 6TA | 3out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodthorpe Infant School Arno Vale Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4JG | 4out of 4 | 426 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold View Primary School Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NW | 3out of 4 | 437 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernehale Infant School Derwent Crescent , Gedling Road NG5 6TA | 4out of 4 | 458 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arno Vale Junior School Saville Road , Woodthorpe NG5 4JF | 3out of 4 | 545 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | 2out of 4 | 408 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Voluntary Academy Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 918 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Academy Redhill Road , Arnold NG5 8GX | 4out of 4 | 1,479 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wells Academy Ransom Drive , NG3 5LR | - not rated | 2,490 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Academy Coningswath Road , Carlton NG4 3SH | 3out of 4 | 3,087 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Academy Greenwood Road , NG3 7EB | 3out of 4 | 5,088 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derrymount School Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 3out of 4 | 1,869 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Digby School 61 Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DS | 3out of 4 | 2,171 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tlg Nottingham Arnold Rd Evangelical Church , Arnold Rd NG5 5HN | - not rated | 2,293 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Home Education PRU Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road , NG5 3AE | 2out of 4 | 2,492 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorneywood Education Base The Wells Road , NG3 3AL | - not rated | 3,347 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeanie's Cafe Tea Room | 75 Somersby Road, Woodthorpe | 640 yd | |
| Rolleston Fish Bar | 56 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 645 yd | |
| Duffy's Cafe Tea Room Ltd | 75 Somersby Road, Woodthorpe | 731 yd | |
| Refresh | 4 Market Place, Arnold | 790 yd | |
| Cocos Cafe Kitchen | 32 Front Street, Arnold | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrow | The Arrow, Gedling Road | 256 yd | |
| Major Oak | 79 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 527 yd | |
| Bostons | 45 Front Street, Arnold | 850 yd | |
| Cross Keys | 74 Front Street, Arnold | 884 yd | |
| Greyhound Inn | The Greyhound, 133 Nottingham Road | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Exchange | 68 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 645 yd | |
| Tang's Chinese Takeaway | 70 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 645 yd | |
| The Curry Pot | 58 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 645 yd | |
| Kaiseki | 90 Nottingham Road, Arnold | 824 yd | |
| Ohannes Burger | 94 Nottingham Road, Arnold | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Post Mill Close, Wymondham | 171 yd | |
| Arnold Continental Supermarket Ltd | 72 Front Street, Arnold | 884 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, Sir John Robinson Way | 891 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | Iceland, 77 Front Street | 924 yd | |
| QUICK STOP INT LTD | 126 Front Street, Arnold | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ernehale Junior School DERWENT CRESCENT | grass pitches | 265 yd |
| Arnold Hill Academy GEDLING ROAD | grass pitches | 299 yd |
| Good Shepherd Primary Catholic Academy SOMERSBY ROAD | grass pitches | 529 yd |
| King George V Recreation Ground Hallams Lane | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Playfootball Nottingham Arnold School and Technology College Arnold School and Technology College Gedling Road | artificial grass pitch | 690 yd |
| Robert Mellors School BONINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| Nottingham Road Recreation Ground Nottingham Road | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Christ The King Catholic Voluntary Academy DARLTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 831 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 | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.