Ancaster Gardens is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG8 1FR is located in the Wollaton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ancaster Gardens, Nottingham, NG8 1FR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG8 1FQ, NG8 1FL, NG8 1HS, NG8 1FN, NG8 1HU, NG8 1GQ, NG8 1HW, NG8 1FP, NG8 1JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG8 1FR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.2% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.8% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 NG8 1FR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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% | 26.8% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 53.7% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 2.6% | 8.9% | 6.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 8.4% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 47.7% | 52.9% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 31% | 30.2% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 12% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 50%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.4% | 13.3% | -10.1% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.6% | 9% | 5.4% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 11.7% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 9.6% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -7.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.4% | 50% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 16.2% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 3.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.7% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 89.4% | 76.3% | -13.1% | 81.4% | -5.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 84.7% 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 | 87.5% | 84.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 6.2% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 3.3% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.5% | 4.1% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.6% | 84.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 9.1% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.7% | 0.8% | -8.9% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| Middle East | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.3% | 37.2% | -2.9% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 6.2% | 6.5% | -0.3% |
| Sikh | 5% | 0.9% | 4.1% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ancaster Gardens was 305.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 243.3% higher than the Lenton & Wollaton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ancaster Gardens has the 2nd highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Lenton & Wollaton East and the 92nd highest crime rate of 939 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 138.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Ancaster Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Other, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2021-06-29 | £509,593 |
| 1 Ancaster Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2021-02-04 | £536,289 |
| 2 Ancaster Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £389,950 | 2010-10-08 | £735,741 |
| 10 Ancaster Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2009-12-21 | £437,105 |
| 5 Ancaster Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2005-08-12 | £807,338 |
NG8 1FR 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in NG8 1FR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 59 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,184 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Primary and Nursery School Harrow Road , Wollaton Park NG8 1FG | 3out of 4 | 818 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre Kennington Road , Radford NG8 1QD | 3out of 4 | 1,411 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Shaw Primary and Nursery School Southfield Road , Western Boulevard NG8 3PL | 2out of 4 | 1,467 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenbrook Spencer Academy Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 4PD | 3out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernwood Primary School Arleston Drive , Wollaton NG8 2FZ | 3out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluecoat Wollaton Academy Sutton Passeys Crescent , Wollaton Park NG8 1EA | 4out of 4 | 750 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluecoat Beechdale Academy Harvey Road , Bilborough NG8 3GP | 3out of 4 | 1,459 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham Girls' Academy Robin's Wood Road , NG8 3LD | 3out of 4 | 1,650 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Fernwood School Goodwood Road , Wollaton NG8 2FT | 4out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,747 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,440 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 4,657 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Field School Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 3HW | 4out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,544 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Nottingham University Park , NG7 2RD | - not rated | 2,111 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury Academy Chingford Road , Bilborough NG8 3BT | 3out of 4 | 2,222 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fig Tree Primary School 30 Bentinck Road , Hyson Green NG7 4AF | - not rated | 3,038 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Mans Restaurant | Mr Mans Restaurant, Wollaton Park, Wollaton Road | 528 yd | |
| The Wollaton | The Wollaton Pub And Kitchen, Lambourne Drive | 638 yd | |
| Hungrilla Gourmet Grill | 137-139 Middleton Boulevard | 874 yd | |
| Courtyard Cafe | Wollaton Hall, Wollaton Park, Wollaton Road | 897 yd | |
| Cafe 508 | Wollaton Hall, Wollaton Park, Wollaton Road | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheelhouse | The Wheelhouse Public House, Russell Drive | 621 yd | |
| Admiral Rodney | Admiral Rodney Public House, Wollaton Road | 1,023 yd | |
| Beechdale Pub | Beechdale Hotel, 438 Beechdale Road | 1,046 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | Crown Hotel, Western Boulevard | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wollaton Fish Bar | 5 Russell Drive | 672 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 188a Wollaton Road | 876 yd | |
| Mister Pizza | 192a Wollaton Road | 876 yd | |
| Park Tandoori | 190a Wollaton Road | 876 yd | |
| All Flavaz Ltd | 119 Middleton Boulevard | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 2b Lambourne Drive | 638 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | 123-125 Middleton Boulevard | 903 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bluecoat Academy Wollaton Sutton Passeys Crescent | grass pitches | 645 yd |
| Wollaton Hall And Park WOLLATON PARK WOLLATON PARK WOLLATON ROAD | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Wollaton Park Golf Club LIME TREE AVENUE | golf | 934 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 | 137 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.