Neston Drive is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG6 8QZ is located in the Basford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Neston Drive, Nottingham, NG6 8QZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG6 8QU, NG6 8QX, NG6 8RZ, NG6 8SE, NG6 8SL, NG6 8SD, NG6 8SB, NG6 8RQ, NG6 0ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG6 8QZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 50% | 48.5% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 36.2% | 40.2% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.3% | 44.4% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 7% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 39.7% | 42.8% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 37.4% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 11.5% | -6.8% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 5% | 6.2% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 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.
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 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29% | 26.7% | -2.3% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 8.6% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 18.1% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 18.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 20% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 7.6% | 1.9% | -5.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 4.2% | 3.3% | -0.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 3.3% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 85.1% | 79.7% | -5.4% | 81.4% | -1.7% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 86.7% 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 | 92% | 86.7% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 3.5% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 7.5% | 6.0% | 5.6% | 1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 86.3% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 13.3% | 12.2% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 15% | 13.5% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Sikh | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Neston Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Basford average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Neston Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2025-04-30 | £216,000 |
| 45 Neston Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2025-03-28 | £190,246 |
| 65 Neston Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-03-07 | £212,483 |
| 28 Neston Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-12-12 | £183,550 |
| 43 Neston Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £194,500 | 2024-12-12 | £192,976 |
NG6 8QZ 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre Denman Street West , Radford NG7 3AB | 4out of 4 | 4,309 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crabtree Farm Primary School Steadfold Close , Crabtree Road NG6 8AX | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosslyn Park Primary and Nursery School Amesbury Circus , Aspley NG8 6DD | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School Piccadilly , Bulwell NG6 9FN | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hempshill Hall Primary School Armstrong Road , Hempshill Vale Estate NG6 7AT | 4out of 4 | 1,255 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Basford School Percy Street , Old Basford NG6 0GF | 4out of 4 | 1,410 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis Guilford School Bar Lane , Basford NG6 0HT | 1out of 4 | 1,468 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bulwell Academy Hucknall Lane , NG6 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,059 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluecoat Aspley Academy Aspley Lane , Aspley NG8 5GY | 3out of 4 | 2,662 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 2,680 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluecoat Trent Academy Aspley Lane , NG8 5GY | - not rated | 2,743 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilborough College Bilborough Road , Bilborough NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 3,836 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Crescent School Green Academy , Queensberry Street NG6 0DG | - not rated | 1,530 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 2,826 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury Academy Chingford Road , Bilborough NG8 3BT | 3out of 4 | 2,934 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| FUEL Unit 7 , Ellesmere Business Park NG5 1DX | - not rated | 3,199 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tlg Nottingham Arnold Rd Evangelical Church , Arnold Rd NG5 5HN | - not rated | 3,354 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clip N Climb | Unit 2b, Millennium Way East | 349 yd | |
| Highbury Options | Highbury Hospital, Highbury Road | 514 yd | |
| Aramark Catering Ltd | Highbury Hospital, Highbury Road | 514 yd | |
| T & B's Cafe | 8 Coventry Road | 665 yd | |
| Corner Slice | 15 Highbury Road | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Headstocks | Headstocks Public House, Bagnall Road | 321 yd | |
| Basford Hall Miners Welfare | 55 Goldcrest Road | 555 yd | |
| Oxford Hotel | Oxford Hotel, 191-193 Highbury Road | 812 yd | |
| Oakleigh Lodge Social Club | 1 Highbury Road | 837 yd | |
| Millers Barn | Millennium Way West, Nuthall | 870 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grubway | 131 Cinderhill Road | 412 yd | |
| Pomodoro & Basilico | 26 Bells Lane | 714 yd | |
| GG's Takeaway | 28 Bells Lane | 714 yd | |
| China Garden | 24 Bells Lane | 714 yd | |
| KFC Nuthall | 629 Nuthall Road | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 698 Nuthall Road | 654 yd | |
| Iceland | 599 Nuthall Road | 761 yd | |
| Zhongcheng Fresh Surpermarket | Workshop, Bedford Grove | 764 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 209 Highbury Road | 812 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Street Recreation Ground MILL STREET PLAYING FIELDS MILL STREET PLAYING FIELDS GREENWICH AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 681 yd |
| Cinderhill Gym Ltd NUTHALL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 785 yd |
| Henry Mellish School And Sports College (Closed) Highbury Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 810 yd |
| Nuthall Recreation (Closed) Nuthall Road | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Mellish Sports Centre KEMMEL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 932 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 | 163.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.