Saxelby Gardens is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG6 8JZ is located in the Bulwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Saxelby Gardens, Nottingham, NG6 8JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG6 8JX, NG6 8LA, NG6 8LB, NG6 8JU, NG6 8JR, NG6 8LW, NG6 8NT, NG6 8GA, NG6 8LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG6 8JZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 54.8% | 52.7% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 45.2% | 47.3% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NG6 8JZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.3% 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 | 42.1% | 46.3% | 4.2% | 37.9% | 8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.8% | 39.6% | -1.2% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 4.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 41% | 38% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 33% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 22% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 9.3% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 5.7% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 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.
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 12.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.4% | 26.9% | -13.5% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23.7% | 18.9% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 9.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 15% | -3.9% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 9.3% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 14.1% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 3.5% | 12.8% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -21.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 2.5% | 3.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 3.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 6.2% | 5.3% | -0.9% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Mixed Other | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 87.2% | 79.7% | -7.5% | 81.4% | -1.7% |
In this area, 85% 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 | 97.7% | 85% | -12.7% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 7.6% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 85% | -12.4% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.7% | 76.7% | -12.0% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 22.1% | 13.5% | 8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.7% | 37.2% | 17.5% |
| Christian | 36.6% | 46.2% | -9.6% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Saxelby Gardens was 76.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.7% higher than the Hucknall South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Saxelby Gardens has the 7th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Hucknall South and the 189th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Ashfield .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% 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 Saxelby Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2025-12-17 | £127,003 |
| 3 Saxelby Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-09-02 | £165,000 |
| 6 Saxelby Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £162,250 | 2023-08-31 | £164,828 |
| 4 Saxelby Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2023-05-26 | £174,172 |
| 10 Saxelby Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-06-18 | £136,956 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School Ragdale Road , Bulwell NG6 8GQ | - not rated | 363 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School Ragdale Road , Bulwell NG6 8GQ | 3out of 4 | 363 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rufford Junior School Hoewood Road , Bulwell NG6 8LF | - not rated | 437 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rufford Infant School Hoewood Road , Bulwell NG6 8LE | - not rated | 440 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rufford Primary and Nursery School Hoewood Road , NG6 8LE | 3out of 4 | 440 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 2out of 4 | 438 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The River Leen School Hucknall Lane , Bulwell NG6 8AQ | - not rated | 531 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Squires Avenue , NG6 8HG | - not rated | 537 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Derbyshire Comprehensive School Hucknall Lane , Bulwell NG6 8AQ | - not rated | 618 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Henry Mellish Comprehensive School Highbury Road , Bulwell NG6 9DS | - not rated | 1,882 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basford Hall College Stockhill Lane , NG6 0NB | - not rated | 2,626 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 2,952 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilborough College Bilborough Road , Bilborough NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 5,392 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilborough College College Way , NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 5,425 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bestwood Village School School Walk , Bestwood Village NG6 8UU | - not rated | 2,733 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Crescent School Green Academy , Queensberry Street NG6 0DG | - not rated | 2,922 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckhampton Centre Edwards Lane , Bestwood NG5 5SL | - not rated | 3,597 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| City Hospital School School Office , City Hospital NG5 1PB | - not rated | 3,680 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tlg Nottingham Arnold Rd Evangelical Church , Arnold Rd NG5 5HN | - not rated | 3,706 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Curious Cafe and Gift Shop | 301 Main Street | 574 yd | |
| Evie’s Bakehaus | Units 24 To 24a, Commercial Road | 652 yd | |
| Jeromes | 207 Main Street | 668 yd | |
| Coffee n Cream | 11 Commercial Road | 684 yd | |
| The Coffee Shop | 14-18 Banks Yard | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top House | Top House, Bardney Drive | 382 yd | |
| Limekiln | The Limekiln, Camberley Road | 519 yd | |
| Lion Revived Pub | 10 Robinsons Hill | 567 yd | |
| The Monkey | The Monkey, 287 Main Street | 575 yd | |
| The William Peverel | The William Peverel, 253 Main Street | 668 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummy Yum | Unit 3, Limekiln Court | 519 yd | |
| Pizza Base | Unit 2, Limekiln Court | 519 yd | |
| Angelos Chippery | Unit 1, Limekiln Court | 519 yd | |
| Best Taste | 154 Main Street | 615 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 132 Main Street | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 209-213 Main Street | 668 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Jennison Street | 692 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 35 Jennison Street | 692 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 77 Main Street | 801 yd | |
| Morrisons | 2 Leen Drive | 943 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bulwell Academy SQUIRES AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 439 yd |
| The River Leen School (Closed) Hucknall Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 531 yd |
| Ken Martin Leisure Centre SHELL FOR KEN MARTIN SWIMMING POOL AND BUNGALOW SHELL FOR KEN MARTIN SWIMMING POOL AND BUNGALOW HUCKNALL LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 739 yd |
| Nottingham Outlaws Bmx Track NOTTINGHAM BMX CLUB NOTTINGHAM BMX CLUB SELLERS WOOD DRIVE | cycling | 872 yd |
| Bulwell Hall LONGFORD CRESCENT | grass pitches | 1,079 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 | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.