Brook Avenue is in Arnold, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG5 7HL 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 Brook Avenue, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 7HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 7JG, NG5 7EF, NG5 7HB, NG5 7GU, NG5 7JQ, NG5 7HD, NG5 7GY, NG5 7LP, NG5 7HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG5 7HL 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 | 53.2% | 50.6% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.4% | 2.6% | 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 area around NG5 7HL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% 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 | 35.8% | 46.6% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 35.8% | -10.9% | 44.2% | -8.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 10.4% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 4.7% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 47.7% | 46.8% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 40.7% | 38.1% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 9.5% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 4.4% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 27.3% | 23.2% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 10.8% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 13.4% | -3.6% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 29.4% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.7% | 82.3% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 0.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 94.4% | 92% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 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 | 93.1% | 91.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 6.7% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Sikh | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brook Avenue was 24.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.5% lower than the Coppice average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brook Avenue has the 20th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Coppice and the 117th lowest crime rate of 387 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% 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 Brook Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-10-07 | £272,624 |
| 41 Brook Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2024-09-30 | £177,967 |
| 14 Brook Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-04-24 | £254,969 |
| 39 Brook Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2021-08-20 | £239,341 |
| 35 Brook Avenue, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2020-12-04 | £221,738 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killisick Junior School Killisick Road , Arnold NG5 8BY | 3out of 4 | 492 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Killisick Junior School Killisick Road , Arnold NG5 8BY | - not rated | 492 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Farm Primary School Laver Close , Arnold NG5 7LS | 3out of 4 | 494 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinewood Infant and Nursery School Pinewood Avenue , Arnold NG5 8BU | 4out of 4 | 599 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Mellors Primary Academy Bonington Drive , Arnold NG5 7EX | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King School Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | - not rated | 508 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Voluntary Academy Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 508 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill School and Technology College Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 862 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 862 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 862 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,686 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 4,002 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derrymount School Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 1out of 4 | 1,426 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coteswood House School 19 Thackerays Lane , Woodthorpe NG5 4HT | - not rated | 2,061 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Daybrook Learning Centre Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 2,121 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Hurst School Mapperley Ltd 400 Westdale Lane , Mapperley NG3 6DG | - not rated | 2,423 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kavi Char | 6 Beechwood Road, Arnold | 313 yd | |
| Rolleston Fish Bar | 56 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 401 yd | |
| Arthur's Eatery | Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains | 932 yd | |
| Sully's Bistro Cafe & Bar | 84 Front Street, Arnold | 976 yd | |
| Santorini Gyro Bar And Greek Cuisine | 70B Front Street, Arnold | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major Oak | 79 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 535 yd | |
| Arrow | The Arrow, Gedling Road | 924 yd | |
| Cross Keys | 74 Front Street, Arnold | 987 yd | |
| The Organ Grinder | 133 Front Street, Arnold | 1,005 yd | |
| The Eagles Corner | 91 Front Street, Arnold | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Exchange | 68 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 401 yd | |
| Tang's Chinese Takeaway | 70 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 401 yd | |
| The Curry Pot | 58 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 401 yd | |
| GoodFillas | 112 Coppice Road, Arnold | 508 yd | |
| Pizza Rozza | 4 Coppice Road, Arnold | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO-OP | Co-op, 110 Coppice Road | 508 yd | |
| Spar Arnold | 89 Coppice Road, Arnold | 600 yd | |
| QUICK STOP INT LTD | 126 Front Street, Arnold | 966 yd | |
| Arnold Continental Supermarket Ltd | 72 Front Street, Arnold | 987 yd | |
| Morrisons | Post Mill Close, Wymondham | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Killisick Recreation Ground Killisick Road | grass pitches | 237 yd |
| Christ The King Catholic Voluntary Academy DARLTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 509 yd |
| Killisick Junior School KILLISICK ROAD | grass pitches | 510 yd |
| Robert Mellors School BONINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Playfootball Nottingham Arnold School and Technology College Arnold School and Technology College Gedling Road | artificial grass pitch | 734 yd |
| Arnold Hill Academy GEDLING ROAD | grass pitches | 864 yd |
| King George V Recreation Ground Hallams Lane | grass pitches | 1,042 yd |
| Ernehale Junior School DERWENT CRESCENT | grass pitches | 1,056 yd |
| Arnold Leisure Centre FRONT STREET | swimming pool | 1,078 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 | 70.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.