Larkwood Close is in Nottingham and in City Of Nottingham district. NG8 3BG is located in the Bilborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham North. This postcode has been in use since 2012-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Larkwood Close, Nottingham, NG8 3BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG8 3BF, NG8 3FH, NG8 3AD, NG8 3AA, NG8 3BB, NG8 3ES, NG8 3GQ, NG8 3EP, NG8 3GS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG8 3BG has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.7% of the population 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 | 55.6% | 57.7% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 6.7% |
| Male | 44.4% | 42.3% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -6.7% |
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 | 23.1% | 34.5% | 11.4% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.1% | 27.3% | -6.8% | 44.2% | -16.9% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 4.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 15% | 14.4% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 22.5% | 19.1% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 13.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (39.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 9% | 20.7% | 11.7% | 48.4% | -27.7% |
| Good health | 13.5% | 18.4% | 4.9% | 33.6% | -15.2% |
| Fair health | 32% | 30.4% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 17.7% |
| Bad health | 32.6% | 19.4% | -13.2% | 4.0% | 15.4% |
| Very bad health | 12.9% | 11.1% | -1.8% | 1.2% | 9.9% |
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.
In the area around NG8 3BG this area, 53.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 13.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 73.4% | 53.6% | -19.8% | 18.2% | 35.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 10.3% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.1% | 6.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 2.3% | 8.2% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -8.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 4% | 13.9% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -19.9% |
| Other | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 1.6% | 4.4% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| White | 92.7% | 77.4% | -15.3% | 81.4% | -4.0% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 93.3% | 89.2% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 87.9% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 9.3% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 1.9% | -4.3% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.3% | 76.7% | -13.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 34.9% | 13.5% | 21.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Larkwood Close was 252.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 130.4% higher than the Bilborough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Larkwood Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Bilborough and the 135th highest crime rate of 934 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 131.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Larkwood Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,500 | 2023-07-31 | £161,270 |
| 3 Larkwood Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-06-10 | £107,741 |
| 3 Larkwood Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £139,950 | 2012-01-27 | £300,936 |
| 2 Larkwood Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, a newly built property | £165,000 | 2012-01-12 | £336,707 |
| 1 Larkwood Close, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £139,950 | 2011-12-16 | £243,645 |
The percentage of retired residents living in NG8 3BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 41 |
| Full-Time Employee | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Education | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croft Nursery School St Peter's Street , Radford NG7 3EN | - not rated | 2,496 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre Denman Street West , Radford NG7 3AB | - not rated | 2,766 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 3,821 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 3,950 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluecoat Primary Academy Harvey Road , Bilborough NG8 3BB | 3out of 4 | 270 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Kingsbury Drive , Aspley NG8 3EP | 4out of 4 | 334 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School Kingsbury Drive , Aspley NG8 3EP | - not rated | 334 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenbrook Primary and Nursery School Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 4PD | - not rated | 460 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenbrook Infant School Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 4PD | - not rated | 460 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Trinity Catholic School Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 153 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 153 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glaisdale School Glenbrook Crescent , Bilborough NG8 3GP | - not rated | 257 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluecoat Beechdale Academy Harvey Road , Bilborough NG8 3GP | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadden Park High School Harvey Road , Bilborough NG8 3GP | - not rated | 257 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,714 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilborough College College Way , NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 1,766 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Basford Hall College Stockhill Lane , NG6 0NB | - not rated | 2,290 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 4,573 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 4,851 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd School Harvey Road , Off Beechdale Road NG8 3BB | - not rated | 273 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 393 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 393 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Field School Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 3HW | 4out of 4 | 687 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspley Wood School Robins Wood Road , Aspley NG8 3LD | - not rated | 748 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Dining | 1 Foxton Gardens | 389 yd | |
| Venus Cafe | 19 Ambergate Road | 603 yd | |
| The Dum Ltd | 21 Ambergate Road | 603 yd | |
| The Teapot Cafe at Beechdale Community Centre | Beechdale Community Centre, Ambergate Road | 603 yd | |
| Welcome Cup | Oak Field School And Sports Colege, Wigman Road | 685 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hotel | Beacon Hotel, Aspley Lane | 542 yd | |
| Beechdale Pub | Beechdale Hotel, 438 Beechdale Road | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Plus | 545 Aspley Lane | 510 yd | |
| The Little Food Kitchen | 547a Aspley Lane | 542 yd | |
| Kitchen Lads | 559 Aspley Lane | 542 yd | |
| Broxtowe Fish Bar Ltd | 410 Broxtowe Lane | 793 yd | |
| Arthur & Elizabeth's Fish Bar | 383-385 Aspley Lane | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 2 Strelley Road | 813 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 362 Aspley Lane | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity School BEECHDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 134 yd |
| Nottingham Indoor Bowls Centre Ltd INDOOR BOWLS CENTRE INDOOR BOWLS CENTRE BEECHDALE ROAD | indoor bowls | 152 yd |
| Bluecoat Beechdale Academy HARVEY ROAD | grass pitches | 245 yd |
| Shepherd School (Closed) Harvey Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 274 yd |
| Woodlands School BEECHDALE ROAD | 387 yd | |
| Oakfield School And Sports College WIGMAN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 469 yd |
| King George V Park (Closed) Aspley Lane | grass pitches | 480 yd |
| Harvey Hadden Sports Complex WIGMAN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 599 yd |
| Brocklehigh Community Sports & Art Centre Beechdale Road | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Nottingham Girls' Academy ROBINS WOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 710 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.