Surgeys Lane is in Arnold, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG5 8GB is located in the Coppice electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gedling. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Surgeys Lane, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 8GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 8GD, NG5 8EN, NG5 8GA, NG5 8FZ, NG5 8GE, NG5 8FX, NG5 8EY, NG5 8FY, NG5 8FW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG5 8GB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.3% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.7% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NG5 8GB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.7% | 31.3% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68% | 52.9% | -15.1% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 4.6% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 10% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.8% | 37.4% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 46.5% | 6.8% | 33.6% | 12.9% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 13.6% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 25.8% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 9.2% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 12.1% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 8.3% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 19.2% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 22.9% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.5% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 4.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% | 3.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| White | 92.1% | 91% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 96.2% | 95.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 94.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.2% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.3% | 76.7% | 13.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Sikh | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Surgeys Lane was 48.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.7% higher than the Coppice average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Surgeys Lane has the 26th highest crime rate of 67 local areas in Coppice and the 156th highest crime rate of 385 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 138 Surgeys Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-05-24 | £241,231 |
| 164 Surgeys Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-05-09 | £183,545 |
| 146 Surgeys Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2022-11-14 | £210,723 |
| 140 Surgeys Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-10-20 | £221,580 |
| 148 Surgeys Lane, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2020-08-07 | £202,541 |
NG5 8GB 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 8GB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Bonington Primary and Nursery School Calverton Road , Arnold NG5 8FQ | - not rated | 452 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinewood Infant and Nursery School Pinewood Avenue , Arnold NG5 8BU | 4out of 4 | 678 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Killisick Junior School Killisick Road , Arnold NG5 8BY | 2out of 4 | 858 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Mellors Primary Academy Bonington Drive , Arnold NG5 7EX | 3out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Mill Primary and Nursery School Cross Street , Arnold NG5 7AX | 4out of 4 | 1,462 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redhill Academy Redhill Road , Arnold NG5 8GX | 4out of 4 | 1,100 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Voluntary Academy Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 1,726 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | 2out of 4 | 1,985 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oakwood Academy Bewcastle Road , Warren Hill NG5 9PJ | 2out of 4 | 3,028 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colonel Frank Seely Academy Flatts Lane , Calverton NG14 6JZ | 3out of 4 | 4,050 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 605 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tlg Nottingham Arnold Rd Evangelical Church , Arnold Rd NG5 5HN | - not rated | 3,466 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Digby School 61 Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DS | 3out of 4 | 3,856 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hospital and Home Education PRU Sherwood Education Centre, Perry Road , NG5 3AE | 2out of 4 | 4,224 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| FUEL Unit 7 , Ellesmere Business Park NG5 1DX | - not rated | 5,275 yd | Other independent school | No | 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 | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Longbow | Calverton Road, Arnold | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GoodFillas | 112 Coppice Road, Arnold | 884 yd | |
| Pizza Rozza | 4 Coppice Road, Arnold | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Arnold | 89 Coppice Road, Arnold | 826 yd | |
| CO-OP | Co-op, 110 Coppice Road | 884 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Bonnington Primary & Nursery School Calverton Road | grass pitches | 567 yd |
| Killisick Junior School KILLISICK ROAD | grass pitches | 747 yd |
| Derrymount School CHURCHMOOR LANE | 813 yd | |
| Church Lane Recreation Ground Church Lane | grass pitches | 814 yd |
| Killisick Recreation Ground Killisick Road | grass pitches | 943 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 | 95.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.