Appledore Avenue is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG8 2RL 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 Appledore Avenue, Nottingham, NG8 2RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG8 2QU, NG8 2RS, NG8 2RR, NG8 2QW, NG8 2RT, NG8 2RA, NG8 2RX, NG8 2RB, NG8 2RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG8 2RL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 50.7% | 48.8% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 49.3% | 51.2% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 2RL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.8% 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 | 25.2% | 23.1% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -14.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.6% | 63.8% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 19.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 5% | 6.3% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 5.9% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 53.8% | 49.5% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 35.4% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 1.8% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 12.3% | 2.7% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.5% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 47.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12% | 13.9% | 1.9% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 5.8% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 15.2% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 13% | -1.5% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 47.5% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 13.7% |
| Other | 7.9% | 1.3% | -6.6% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 63.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 17.1% | 15.1% | -2.0% | 3.1% | 12.0% |
| Pakistani | 11.3% | 13% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 10.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 65.8% | 63.2% | -2.6% | 81.4% | -18.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, 76% 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 | 78.8% | 76% | -2.8% | 83.2% | -7.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.7% | 18.1% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 12.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.4% | 76.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 18.9% | 16.8% | 9.8% | 9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 1.1% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.7% | 1.1% | -12.6% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Middle East | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 33.6% | 46.2% | -12.6% |
| Hindu | 7.1% | 1.7% | 5.4% |
| Muslim | 17% | 6.5% | 10.5% |
| Sikh | 7.1% | 0.9% | 6.2% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Appledore Avenue was 24.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.9% lower than the Wollaton West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Appledore Avenue has the 12th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Wollaton West and the 92nd lowest crime rate of 939 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Appledore Avenue, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-08-01 | £312,684 |
| 71 Appledore Avenue, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £271,000 | 2023-03-23 | £266,927 |
| 33 Appledore Avenue, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2022-05-27 | £382,103 |
| 73 Appledore Avenue, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-03-26 | £378,149 |
| 51 Appledore Avenue, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-10-28 | £325,928 |
NG8 2RL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 2RL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 4,210 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fernwood Primary School Arleston Drive , Wollaton NG8 2FZ | 3out of 4 | 1,015 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramcote Hills Primary School Moor Lane , Bramcote Hills NG9 3GE | 4out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramcote CofE Primary School Hanley Avenue , Bramcote NG9 3HE | 3out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beeston Fields Primary School and Nursery Boundary Road , Beeston NG9 2RG | 3out of 4 | 1,493 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Firbeck Academy Firbeck Road , Wollaton NG8 2FB | 2out of 4 | 1,541 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fernwood School Goodwood Road , Wollaton NG8 2FT | 4out of 4 | 1,176 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramcote College Moor Lane , Bramcote NG9 3GA | 3out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman White School Chilwell Lane , Bramcote NG9 3DU | 3out of 4 | 2,070 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham University Samworth Academy Bramhall Road , Bilborough NG8 4HY | 3out of 4 | 2,450 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluecoat Wollaton Academy Sutton Passeys Crescent , Wollaton Park NG8 1EA | 4out of 4 | 2,501 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 | 2,802 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwood Academy Derby Road , Bramcote NG9 3GF | 3out of 4 | 1,521 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Field School Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 3HW | 4out of 4 | 2,725 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Nottingham University Park , NG7 2RD | - not rated | 3,154 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury Academy Chingford Road , Bilborough NG8 3BT | 3out of 4 | 3,319 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 3,408 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burg Burgers | 205 Bramcote Lane | 373 yd | |
| Zhug | 189 Bramcote Lane | 382 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hemlock Stone | The Hemlock Stone Public House, Bramcote Lane | 525 yd | |
| The Nurseryman | 177 Derby Road, Beeston | 744 yd | |
| Miller & Carter | Miller And Carter Steakhouse, Wollaton Vale | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cods Scallops | 170 Bramcote Lane | 433 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 166 Bramcote Lane | 433 yd | |
| Chai Roti | 162 Bramcote Lane | 433 yd | |
| CHAO CHAO | 6 Derby Road, Beeston | 947 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 2 Derby Road, Beeston | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 172 Bramcote Lane | 433 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd | 154 Bramcote Lane | 433 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bramcote Hills Golf Course (Closed) Thoresby Road | golf | 576 yd |
| Beeston Fields Recreation Ground 23 BEXHILL COURT 23 BEXHILL COURT CENTRAL AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 940 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 | 120.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.