Trafford Gardens is in Nottingham and in Nottingham district. NG8 5AL is located in the Leen Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham South. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Trafford Gardens, Nottingham, NG8 5AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG8 5AN, NG8 5AG, NG8 5AX, NG8 5GH, NG8 5AY, NG8 5GT, NG8 5GG, NG8 5GF, NG8 5GL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG8 5AL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 53.8% | 48.5% | -5.3% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 46.2% | 51.5% | 5.3% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 5AL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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% | 36.1% | 11.1% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 52% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 6.9% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 3.5% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 47.2% | 57.9% | 10.7% | 48.4% | 9.5% |
| Good health | 37% | 26.8% | -10.2% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 11% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.2% | 25.4% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 11% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 14.5% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 29.8% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 9.4% | 3.2% | -6.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 23.4% 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 | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 7.3% | 9.4% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 6.3% |
| Pakistani | 41.4% | 45.9% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 43.2% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 7.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 6.0% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 2% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.7% | 2.6% | -0.1% | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 33.7% | 23.4% | -10.3% | 81.4% | -58.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 3.9% | 0.9% | -3.0% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 67.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 67.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | -15.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 4.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 1.1% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 23.2% | 26.1% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 20.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 69.2% | 67.5% | -1.7% | 83.2% | -15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 25.9% | 24.2% | 9.8% | 16.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 22% | 0.9% | -21.1% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Middle East | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 11% | 37.2% | -26.2% |
| Christian | 27.9% | 46.2% | -18.3% |
| Hindu | 1.8% | 1.7% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 51.1% | 6.5% | 44.6% |
| Sikh | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Trafford Gardens was 154.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.5% lower than the Hyson Green & Arboretum average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Trafford Gardens has the 39th highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Hyson Green & Arboretum and the 274th highest crime rate of 933 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Trafford Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-10-20 | £422,475 |
| 12 Trafford Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2025-06-20 | £353,582 |
| 25 Trafford Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-12-10 | £349,304 |
| 14 Trafford Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-06-30 | £444,385 |
| 12 Trafford Gardens, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2018-12-20 | £396,154 |
NG8 5AL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
NG8 5AL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 student residents living in NG8 5AL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 36 |
| Other | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croft Nursery School St Peter's Street , Radford NG7 3EN | - not rated | 1,311 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 | 1,501 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 2,368 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 3,273 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 4,391 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Shaw Primary and Nursery School Southfield Road , Western Boulevard NG8 3PL | - not rated | 893 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robert Shaw Primary and Nursery School Southfield Road , Western Boulevard NG8 3PL | 3out of 4 | 893 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berridge Junior School Berridge Road West , Hyson Green NG7 5LE | - not rated | 895 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berridge Primary and Nursery School Brushfield Site , Berridge Road West NG7 5LE | 3out of 4 | 895 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitemoor Primary and Nursery School Bracknell Crescent , Whitemoor Estate NG8 5FF | - not rated | 1,068 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nottingham Bluecoat School and Technology College Aspley Lane , Aspley NG8 5GY | - not rated | 317 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluecoat Aspley Academy Aspley Lane , Aspley NG8 5GY | 3out of 4 | 317 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manning Comprehensive School Robins Wood Road , Aspley NG8 3LD | - not rated | 893 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Nottingham Girls' Academy Robin's Wood Road , NG8 3LD | 4out of 4 | 893 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ellis Guilford School Bar Lane , Basford NG6 0HT | 3out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basford Hall College Stockhill Lane , NG6 0NB | - not rated | 2,166 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilborough College Bilborough Road , Bilborough NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 3,320 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilborough College College Way , NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 3,370 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,447 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The People's College, Nottingham Maid Marian Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 3,447 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspley Wood School Robins Wood Road , Aspley NG8 3LD | - not rated | 904 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 1,242 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 1,242 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Centre Fisher Street , Hyson Green NG7 6FJ | - not rated | 1,339 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Take 1 Learning Centre Gregory Boulevard , Nottingham NG7 6BE | - not rated | 1,541 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braai King Bistro and Grill | 32 Aspley Lane | 224 yd | |
| Mill Cafe | 4-6 Nuthall Road | 386 yd | |
| Bombay Nights | 352-356 Aspley Lane | 714 yd | |
| The Indaba Hut | 360 Aspley Lane | 718 yd | |
| Pepe's Piri Piri | Unit 4, Beechdale Retail Park, Beechdale Road | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nags Head | 14a Nuthall Road | 386 yd | |
| The Whitemoor Public House | 135 Nuthall Road | 503 yd | |
| The Clock Restaurant & Bar | 6 Craven Road | 1,003 yd | |
| The Pheasant Inn | The Pheasant Inn, 35 Prospect Street | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porky's Cob Shop | 48 Aspley Lane | 224 yd | |
| Ma Ma's Kitchen | 14 Nuthall Road | 386 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants | 1 Nuthall Road | 387 yd | |
| The Curry Hut Nottingham Ltd | 664a Western Boulevard | 460 yd | |
| Happy Corner | 173 Nuthall Road | 503 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ariana Supermarket Limited | 126-132 Grassington Road | 641 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 362 Aspley Lane | 718 yd | |
| Lidl UK | Beechdale Retail Park, Beechdale Road | 933 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Castle Retail Park, Radford Boulevard | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bluecoat Academy Aspley ASPLEY LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 171 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Nottingham) ASPLEY LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 196 yd |
| Nottingham Girls High School Sports Ground GRASSINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 492 yd |
| Legends Gymnasium Adco Business Centre Adco Business Centre Plantation Side | health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| Melbourne Park MELBOURNE ROAD | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Ymca Youth And Community Centre Melbourne Park MELBOURNE ROAD | 852 yd | |
| Beechdale Swimming Centre (Closed) Beechdale Road | squash courts, swimming pool | 899 yd |
| Nottingham Girls' Academy ROBINS WOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 918 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 | 78.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 215.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.