Darlton Drive is in Arnold, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG5 7JS is located in the Plains electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gedling. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Darlton Drive, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 7JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 7JU, NG5 7JW, NG5 7JN, NG5 7JT, NG5 7JP, NG5 7LB, NG5 7JY, NG5 7LP, NG5 7LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG5 7JS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% 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 | 53.6% | 55.5% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 4.5% |
| Male | 46.4% | 44.5% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -4.5% |
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 | 18.4% | 27% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.1% | 45.1% | -16.0% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.3% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 16.7% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 10.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.7% | 32.2% | -0.5% | 48.4% | -16.2% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 37.4% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 20.5% | 21.7% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 7% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 39.5% | 25.7% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 9.9% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 10.4% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.4% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 17.8% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 26.2% | 12.5% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 90% | 86.9% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 5.5% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 94.1% | 91.7% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 90.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.6% | 1.7% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 12.6% | 6.0% | 6.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Darlton Drive was 210.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 321.4% higher than the Coppice average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Darlton Drive has the 4th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Coppice and the 14th highest crime rate of 388 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 141.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 56.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2022-03-30 | £218,291 |
| 15 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-06-29 | £235,755 |
| 13 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2016-03-18 | £201,498 |
| 14 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2014-06-23 | £305,297 |
| 12 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2011-05-04 | £307,191 |
NG5 7JS 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 7JS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coppice Farm Primary School Laver Close , Arnold NG5 7LS | 3out of 4 | 532 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Mellors Primary Academy Bonington Drive , Arnold NG5 7EX | 3out of 4 | 566 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Mellors Primary and Nursery School Bonington Drive , Arnold NG5 7EX | - not rated | 566 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold View Primary School Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NW | 3out of 4 | 657 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswell Junior School Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NW | - not rated | 657 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 322 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Voluntary Academy Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 322 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill School and Technology College Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 546 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 546 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 546 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 | 2,437 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 3,824 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 | 1,551 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 1out of 4 | 1,583 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coteswood House School 19 Thackerays Lane , Woodthorpe NG5 4HT | - not rated | 1,785 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Daybrook Learning Centre Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 1,919 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Hurst School Mapperley Ltd 400 Westdale Lane , Mapperley NG3 6DG | - not rated | 2,127 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolleston Fish Bar | 56 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 127 yd | |
| Kavi Char | 6 Beechwood Road, Arnold | 569 yd | |
| Sully's Bistro Cafe & Bar | 84 Front Street, Arnold | 911 yd | |
| Santorini Gyro Bar And Greek Cuisine | 70B Front Street, Arnold | 919 yd | |
| Refresh | 4 Market Place, Arnold | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major Oak | 79 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 278 yd | |
| Arrow | The Arrow, Gedling Road | 608 yd | |
| Cross Keys | 74 Front Street, Arnold | 903 yd | |
| The Eagles Corner | 91 Front Street, Arnold | 964 yd | |
| The Organ Grinder | 133 Front Street, Arnold | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Exchange | 68 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 127 yd | |
| Tang's Chinese Takeaway | 70 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 127 yd | |
| The Curry Pot | 58 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 127 yd | |
| GoodFillas | 112 Coppice Road, Arnold | 655 yd | |
| Pizza Rozza | 4 Coppice Road, Arnold | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO-OP | Co-op, 110 Coppice Road | 655 yd | |
| Morrisons | Post Mill Close, Wymondham | 689 yd | |
| Spar Arnold | 89 Coppice Road, Arnold | 751 yd | |
| Arnold Continental Supermarket Ltd | 72 Front Street, Arnold | 903 yd | |
| QUICK STOP INT LTD | 126 Front Street, Arnold | 944 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Catholic Voluntary Academy DARLTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 323 yd |
| Playfootball Nottingham Arnold School and Technology College Arnold School and Technology College Gedling Road | artificial grass pitch | 475 yd |
| Arnold Hill Academy GEDLING ROAD | grass pitches | 548 yd |
| Killisick Recreation Ground Killisick Road | grass pitches | 552 yd |
| Robert Mellors School BONINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Ernehale Junior School DERWENT CRESCENT | grass pitches | 740 yd |
| Killisick Junior School KILLISICK ROAD | grass pitches | 825 yd |
| King George V Recreation Ground Hallams Lane | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| Arnold Leisure Centre FRONT STREET | swimming pool | 1,093 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 | 96.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.