Darlton Drive is in Arnold, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG5 7JU 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 7JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 7LB, NG5 7JT, NG5 7JS, NG5 7LA, NG5 7JZ, NG5 7LE, NG5 7JW, NG5 7JY, NG5 7JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG5 7JU, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2025-03-19 | £190,491 |
| 17 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-07-17 | £156,110 |
| 20 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-10-20 | £194,180 |
| 21 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2021-10-08 | £180,860 |
| 22 Darlton Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2018-10-26 | £239,191 |
NG5 7JU 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 7JU 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 | 506 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Mellors Primary Academy Bonington Drive , Arnold NG5 7EX | 3out of 4 | 640 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Mellors Primary and Nursery School Bonington Drive , Arnold NG5 7EX | - not rated | 640 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernehale Junior School Derwent Crescent , Gedling Road NG5 6TA | 3out of 4 | 679 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernehale Junior School Derwent Crescent , Gedling Road NG5 6TA | - not rated | 679 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 | 244 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Voluntary Academy Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 244 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill School and Technology College Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 485 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 485 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 485 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 | 2,344 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 3,846 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 | 5,448 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 | - not rated | 1,644 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 1out of 4 | 1,675 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coteswood House School 19 Thackerays Lane , Woodthorpe NG5 4HT | - not rated | 1,766 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Daybrook Learning Centre Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 1,937 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Hurst School Mapperley Ltd 400 Westdale Lane , Mapperley NG3 6DG | - not rated | 2,041 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 | 172 yd | |
| Kavi Char | 6 Beechwood Road, Arnold | 658 yd | |
| Sully's Bistro Cafe & Bar | 84 Front Street, Arnold | 977 yd | |
| Santorini Gyro Bar And Greek Cuisine | 70B Front Street, Arnold | 978 yd | |
| Refresh | 4 Market Place, Arnold | 1,004 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major Oak | 79 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 304 yd | |
| Arrow | The Arrow, Gedling Road | 548 yd | |
| Cross Keys | 74 Front Street, Arnold | 965 yd | |
| The Eagles Corner | 91 Front Street, Arnold | 1,026 yd | |
| Bostons | 45 Front Street, Arnold | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Exchange | 68 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 172 yd | |
| Tang's Chinese Takeaway | 70 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 172 yd | |
| The Curry Pot | 58 Rolleston Drive, Arnold | 172 yd | |
| GoodFillas | 112 Coppice Road, Arnold | 749 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 148 Front Street, Arnold | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Post Mill Close, Wymondham | 636 yd | |
| CO-OP | Co-op, 110 Coppice Road | 749 yd | |
| Spar Arnold | 89 Coppice Road, Arnold | 844 yd | |
| Arnold Continental Supermarket Ltd | 72 Front Street, Arnold | 965 yd | |
| QUICK STOP INT LTD | 126 Front Street, Arnold | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Catholic Voluntary Academy DARLTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 245 yd |
| Playfootball Nottingham Arnold School and Technology College Arnold School and Technology College Gedling Road | artificial grass pitch | 382 yd |
| Arnold Hill Academy GEDLING ROAD | grass pitches | 486 yd |
| Killisick Recreation Ground Killisick Road | grass pitches | 624 yd |
| Robert Mellors School BONINGTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Ernehale Junior School DERWENT CRESCENT | grass pitches | 677 yd |
| Killisick Junior School KILLISICK ROAD | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| King George V Recreation Ground Hallams Lane | grass pitches | 918 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 | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.