Widdington Close is in Arnold, Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG5 8TZ is located in the Redhill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gedling. This postcode has been in use since 2013-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Widdington Close, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 8TZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 8SR, NG5 8SJ, NG5 8BR, NG5 8TU, NG5 8SS, NG5 8UA, NG5 8GH, NG5 8TY, NG5 8RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG5 8TZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 48.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 50.4% | 51.8% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NG5 8TZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53% 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 | 24.7% | 34.2% | 9.5% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 53% | -8.9% | 44.2% | 8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.9% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 1.5% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.8%) 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 | 51.8% | 61.7% | 9.9% | 48.4% | 13.3% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 27.1% | -6.1% | 33.6% | -6.5% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 7.6% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
In the area around NG5 8TZ this area, 5.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.7% | 5.9% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 5.4% | -8.3% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.3% | 13.7% | -8.6% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 21.1% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 45.6% | 18.1% | 33.8% | 11.8% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 4.7% | 2.8% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 93.2% | 81.7% | -11.5% | 81.4% | 0.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 88.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.4% | 88.8% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 4.3% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 88.1% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 10.8% | 10.8% | 9.8% | 1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Widdington Close was 84.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.0% higher than the Coppice average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Widdington Close has the 12th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Coppice and the 76th highest crime rate of 388 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Widdington Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £362,000 | 2025-01-21 | £366,664 |
| 9 Widdington Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2024-11-29 | £108,451 |
| 20 Widdington Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-09-30 | £331,157 |
| 3 Widdington Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2022-05-31 | £435,357 |
| 20 Widdington Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2021-07-21 | £311,224 |
NG5 8TZ 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 | 110 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 45 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 487 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Bonington Primary and Nursery School Calverton Road , Arnold NG5 8FQ | 3out of 4 | 487 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pinewood Infant and Nursery School Pinewood Avenue , Arnold NG5 8BU | 4out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Killisick Junior School Killisick Road , Arnold NG5 8BY | 3out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Killisick Junior School Killisick Road , Arnold NG5 8BY | - not rated | 1,278 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redhill School Redhill Road , Arnold NG5 8GX | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Academy Redhill Road , Arnold NG5 8GX | 4out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King School Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | - not rated | 2,077 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King Voluntary Academy Darlton Drive , Arnold NG5 7JZ | 3out of 4 | 2,077 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill School and Technology College Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | - not rated | 2,255 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 4,024 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold and Carlton College Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DR | - not rated | 4,241 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 | 430 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Academy Churchmoor Lane , Arnold NG5 8HN | 1out of 4 | 508 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Daybrook Learning Centre Sherbrook Road , Daybrook NG5 6AT | - not rated | 2,556 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coteswood House School 19 Thackerays Lane , Woodthorpe NG5 4HT | - not rated | 2,921 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckhampton Centre Edwards Lane , Bestwood NG5 5SL | - not rated | 3,235 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Banyan Tree Restaurant | Banyan Tree, 520 Mansfield Road | 900 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Longbow | Calverton Road, Arnold | 485 yd | |
| The Ram Inn | Mansfield Road, Redhill | 625 yd | |
| Robin Hood And Little John | Church Street, Arnold | 1,078 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Arnold | 89 Coppice Road, Arnold | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Richard Bonnington Primary & Nursery School Calverton Road | grass pitches | 458 yd |
| Derrymount School CHURCHMOOR LANE | 510 yd | |
| Church Lane Recreation Ground Church Lane | grass pitches | 633 yd |
| Redhill Leisure Centre REDHILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,088 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 291.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.