Bakewell Drive is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG5 9AA is located in the Bulwell Forest electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bakewell Drive, Nottingham, NG5 9AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG5 9AD, NG5 9RD, NG5 9AX, NG5 9AT, NG5 9BE, NG5 9AU, NG5 9AR, NG5 9BD, NG5 9BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG5 9AA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% 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 | 51.6% | 54.6% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 48.4% | 45.4% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
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 9AA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.2% 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 | 53.5% | 59.2% | 5.7% | 37.9% | 21.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.2% | 26.1% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -18.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 7.6% | 4.6% | -3.0% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 8.3% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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 | 51.2% | 49.7% | -1.5% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 34.1% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 0.5% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 12.1% | 3.5% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.1% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 25.9% | 19.4% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 9.7% | -9.7% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 13% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.6% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 15.3% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 33.8% | 16.2% | 33.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 67.8% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 4.9% | 11% | 6.1% | 2.5% | 8.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 5.3% | 6.2% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 5.2% |
| Other Black | 4.1% | 4.5% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.1% | 4.8% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 3.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 74.6% | 67.8% | -6.8% | 81.4% | -13.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 74.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 74.7% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -8.5% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 8.9% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
| Africa | 6.6% | 9.6% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 6.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 2.1% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.9% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.8% | 74.9% | -7.9% | 83.2% | -8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 11.7% | 11.3% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 6.2% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 3.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.6% | 3.1% | -5.5% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 3.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Poland | 5.9% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North Africa | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.4% | 37.2% | 16.2% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bakewell Drive was 69.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.9% lower than the Bulwell Forest average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bakewell Drive has the 21st highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Bulwell Forest and the 339th lowest crime rate of 934 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Bakewell Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2023-12-15 | £149,970 |
| 68 Bakewell Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2021-11-19 | £124,291 |
| 48 Bakewell Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £92,500 | 2019-07-26 | £134,379 |
| 32 Bakewell Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-06-07 | £189,660 |
| 46 Bakewell Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2018-04-11 | £132,756 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 5,202 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westglade Junior School Syke Road , Top Valley NG5 9BG | - not rated | 336 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westglade Infant and Nursery School Syke Road , Top Valley NG5 9BG | - not rated | 336 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westglade Primary School Syke Road , Top Valley NG5 9BG | 3out of 4 | 336 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanstead Flying High Academy Stanstead Avenue , Rise Park NG5 5BL | 3out of 4 | 709 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanstead Nursery and Primary School Stanstead Avenue , Rise Park NG5 5BL | - not rated | 709 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Valley School & Engineering College Top Valley Drive , Top Valley NG5 9AZ | - not rated | 605 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Top Valley Academy Top Valley Drive , Top Valley NG5 9AZ | - not rated | 605 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Vale Academy Top Valley Drive , Top Valley NG5 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 605 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Padstow School Padstow Road , Bestwood Estate NG5 5GH | - not rated | 899 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Derbyshire Comprehensive School Hucknall Lane , Bulwell NG6 8AQ | - not rated | 1,392 yd | Community 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 | 1,236 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Basford Hall College Stockhill Lane , NG6 0NB | - not rated | 2,706 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckhampton Centre Edwards Lane , Bestwood NG5 5SL | - not rated | 1,669 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Tlg Nottingham Arnold Rd Evangelical Church , Arnold Rd NG5 5HN | - not rated | 1,807 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckhampton Centre Edwards Lane , NG5 6EQ | - not rated | 1,940 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| City Hospital School School Office , City Hospital NG5 1PB | - not rated | 2,035 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Crescent School Green Academy , Queensberry Street NG6 0DG | - not rated | 2,100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd (Tesco Customer cafe) | Tesco, Top Valley Way | 272 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 1, Top Valley Way | 272 yd | |
| Bulwell Forest Golf Club | Golf Pavilion, Hucknall Road | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuck and Tanner | The Tuck And Tanner, 6 Top Valley Way | 272 yd | |
| Top Valley Social Club | Top Valley Social Club, 1 Potters Close | 783 yd | |
| Bestwood Road Sports And Social Club | Sports And Social Club, 40 Bestwood Road | 1,081 yd | |
| The Newstead Abbey | Newstead Abbey Hotel, St Albans Road | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Caesars Pizza | Unit 2, Top Valley Way | 269 yd | |
| Yo! To Go Nottingham TV | Tesco, Top Valley Way | 272 yd | |
| Sea King Fish Bar | 15 Bestwood Park Drive West | 852 yd | |
| Rise Park Cafe | 11 Bestwood Park Drive West | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tesco, Top Valley Way | 272 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 17 Bestwood Park Drive West | 852 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 989 Hucknall Road | 878 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westglade Primary School SYKE ROAD | grass pitches | 332 yd |
| Bulwell Forest Golf Club THE CLUBHOUSE THE CLUBHOUSE HUCKNALL ROAD | golf | 432 yd |
| Bulwell Forest BULWELL FOREST BULWELL FOREST HUCKNALL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 453 yd |
| Southglade Leisure Centre SOUTHGLADE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 527 yd |
| Top Valley Academy (Closed) TOP VALLEY DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 686 yd |
| Parkvale Academy TOP VALLEY DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Stanstead Primary School STANSTEAD AVENUE | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Cantrell Primary And Nursery School CANTRELL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,028 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.