Ambergate Road is in Nottingham and in City Of Nottingham district. NG8 3GD is located in the Bilborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ambergate Road, Nottingham, NG8 3GD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG8 3GB, NG8 3GA, NG8 3HU, NG8 3HT, NG8 3FZ, NG8 3GG, NG8 3GE, NG8 3GH, NG8 3GF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG8 3GD has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.4% 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 | 52.8% | 56.4% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 5.4% |
| Male | 47.2% | 43.6% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -5.4% |
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 | 22.6% | 32% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 35.5% | -7.4% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 12% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 2.9% |
| Widowed | 22.6% | 18% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 11.9% |
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 (43.6%) 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 | 12.2% | 17.7% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -30.7% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 25.9% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 30.6% | 26.8% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 14.1% |
| Bad health | 19.2% | 21.4% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 17.4% |
| Very bad health | 10% | 8.2% | -1.8% | 1.2% | 7.0% |
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 3GD this area, 57.7% 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 9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 60.8% | 57.7% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 39.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 12.9% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 6% | 5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -8.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.6% | 10.4% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.3% | 9% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -24.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.9% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.5% | 1.4% | -2.1% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 88.2% | 86.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 5.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 92.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 92.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4.5% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 0.9% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 92.3% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0.5% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.5% | 76.7% | -19.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 35.3% | 13.5% | 21.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 8.3% | 6.5% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ambergate Road was 106.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.0% lower than the Bilborough average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ambergate Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 42 local areas in Bilborough and the 430th highest crime rate of 933 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Ambergate Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-05-08 | £227,264 |
| Flat 1 17 Ambergate Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2013-07-18 | £137,286 |
| 2 Ambergate Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2012-01-12 | £187,740 |
| 17 Ambergate Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2006-06-02 | £181,658 |
| 11 Ambergate Road, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2003-09-26 | £207,848 |
NG8 3GD 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 3GD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 52 |
| Full-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Part-Time Employee | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 2,037 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 | 2,317 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 3,217 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 3,635 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenbrook Primary and Nursery School Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 4PD | - not rated | 676 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenbrook Infant School Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 4PD | - not rated | 676 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenbrook Spencer Academy Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 4PD | 3out of 4 | 676 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenbrook Junior School Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 4PD | - not rated | 676 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluecoat Primary Academy Harvey Road , Bilborough NG8 3BB | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaisdale School Glenbrook Crescent , Bilborough NG8 3GP | - not rated | 450 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluecoat Beechdale Academy Harvey Road , Bilborough NG8 3GP | 3out of 4 | 450 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hadden Park High School Harvey Road , Bilborough NG8 3GP | - not rated | 450 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Trinity Catholic School Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 648 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | 3out of 4 | 648 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 | 1,972 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilborough College College Way , NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 2,019 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Basford Hall College Stockhill Lane , NG6 0NB | - not rated | 2,713 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 4,400 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 4,400 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 281 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 458 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 458 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspley Wood School Robins Wood Road , Aspley NG8 3LD | - not rated | 600 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shepherd School Harvey Road , Off Beechdale Road NG8 3BB | - not rated | 768 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venus Cafe | 19 Ambergate Road | 7 yd | |
| The Dum Ltd | 21 Ambergate Road | 7 yd | |
| The Teapot Cafe at Beechdale Community Centre | Beechdale Community Centre, Ambergate Road | 7 yd | |
| Welcome Cup | Oak Field School And Sports Colege, Wigman Road | 281 yd | |
| Sycamore Dining | 1 Foxton Gardens | 363 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beechdale Pub | Beechdale Hotel, 438 Beechdale Road | 374 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georges Fish Bar | 443 Beechdale Road | 764 yd | |
| Red Hat | 435 Beechdale Road | 764 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | 545 Aspley Lane | 1,017 yd | |
| Arthur & Elizabeth's Fish Bar | 383-385 Aspley Lane | 1,065 yd | |
| Rooster Chicken and Dessert Den | 399 Aspley Lane | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 2b Lambourne Drive | 686 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Beechdale Retail Park, Beechdale Road | 1,048 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakfield School And Sports College WIGMAN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 458 yd |
| Bluecoat Beechdale Academy HARVEY ROAD | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Woodlands School BEECHDALE ROAD | 468 yd | |
| Nottingham Indoor Bowls Centre Ltd INDOOR BOWLS CENTRE INDOOR BOWLS CENTRE BEECHDALE ROAD | indoor bowls | 497 yd |
| Trinity School BEECHDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 631 yd |
| Nottingham Girls' Academy ROBINS WOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 634 yd |
| Shepherd School (Closed) Harvey Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 768 yd |
| Harvey Hadden Sports Complex WIGMAN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 927 yd |
| Astro Kings Nottingham WIGMAN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 987 yd |
| Bilborough Park CLANFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,029 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 298.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.