Aspley Lane is in Nottingham and in City Of Nottingham district. NG8 5GB is located in the Leen Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Nottingham South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aspley Lane, Nottingham, NG8 5GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG8 5GD, NG8 5GE, NG8 3LB, NG8 5HH, NG8 5HG, NG8 5GA, NG8 5HA, NG8 5QG, NG8 5QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding NG8 5GB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% of residents 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 | 58.4% | 55.4% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 41.6% | 44.6% | 3.0% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 | 24.7% | 24.5% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 41.3% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 4.1% | 14.2% | 10.1% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 24.7% | 16.8% | -7.9% | 6.1% | 10.7% |
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 (66.7%) 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 | 29.8% | 36.3% | 6.5% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 30.4% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 24.2% | 20.8% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 12.4% | 9.5% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
In the area around NG8 5GB this area, 38.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.8% | 38.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 20.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.1% | 7% | 2.9% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 8.9% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 8.3% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -8.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.5% | 29.3% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -4.5% |
| Other | 6.5% | 3.8% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 64.5% 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 | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 5.8% |
| Pakistani | 7.3% | 13% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 10.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 77% | 64.5% | -12.5% | 81.4% | -16.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 8.3% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 6.7% |
In this area, 75.6% 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 | 83.1% | 75.6% | -7.5% | 83.2% | -7.6% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12.9% | 16.7% | 3.8% | 5.6% | 11.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.3% | 76% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 21% | 20.4% | 9.8% | 11.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.9% | 1.2% | -15.7% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 3.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.5% | 37.2% | -16.7% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 16.9% | 6.5% | 10.4% |
| Sikh | 9.6% | 0.9% | 8.7% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aspley Lane was 133.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.9% lower than the Hyson Green & Arboretum average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Aspley Lane has the 41st highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Hyson Green & Arboretum and the 333rd highest crime rate of 934 local areas in Nottingham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 356 Aspley Lane, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 1995-03-31 | £272,020 |
NG8 5GB 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 retired residents living in NG8 5GB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 1,949 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 | 2,174 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Arboretum Nursery School Arboretum Street , NG1 4JA | - not rated | 3,083 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrivale Nursery School Clifton Boulevard , Dunkirk NG7 2JH | - not rated | 3,735 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward Park Nursery School Carlton Road , NG3 2AS | - not rated | 5,108 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambleside Primary School Minver Crescent , Aspley NG8 5PN | - not rated | 726 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ambleside Primary School Minver Crescent , Aspley NG8 5PN | - not rated | 726 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ambleside Infant and Nursery School Minver Crescent , Aspley NG8 5PN | - not rated | 726 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ambleside Primary School Minver Crescent , Aspley NG8 5PN | - not rated | 759 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosslyn Junior School North Gate , Minver Crescent NG8 5PN | - not rated | 906 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 416 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bluecoat Aspley Academy Aspley Lane , Aspley NG8 5GY | 3out of 4 | 416 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manning Comprehensive School Robins Wood Road , Aspley NG8 3LD | - not rated | 457 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Nottingham Girls' Academy Robin's Wood Road , NG8 3LD | 4out of 4 | 457 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Trinity Catholic School Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 883 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,730 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilborough College Bilborough Road , Bilborough NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 2,735 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bilborough College College Way , NG8 4DQ | - not rated | 2,787 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| High Pavement Sixth Form College Gainsford Crescent , NG5 5HT | - not rated | 3,692 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle College Nottingham Maid Marion Way , NG1 6AB | - not rated | 4,169 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 | 562 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Academy Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 741 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Beechdale Road , Aspley NG8 3EZ | - not rated | 741 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shepherd School Harvey Road , Off Beechdale Road NG8 3BB | - not rated | 1,291 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Field School Wigman Road , Bilborough NG8 3HW | 4out of 4 | 1,399 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Indaba Hut | 360 Aspley Lane | 11 yd | |
| Bombay Nights | 352-356 Aspley Lane | 15 yd | |
| Red Kettle | 375 Aspley Lane | 232 yd | |
| The Salvation Army | 397 Aspley Lane | 232 yd | |
| Melbourne Park Cafe | Aspley Centre, Melbourne Road | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Whitemoor Public House | 135 Nuthall Road | 904 yd | |
| Beacon Hotel | Beacon Hotel, Aspley Lane | 952 yd | |
| Beechdale Pub | Beechdale Hotel, 438 Beechdale Road | 1,049 yd | |
| Nags Head | 14a Nuthall Road | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur & Elizabeth's Fish Bar | 383-385 Aspley Lane | 232 yd | |
| Rooster Chicken and Dessert Den | 399 Aspley Lane | 232 yd | |
| Chopstix | 391 Aspley Lane | 232 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | 545 Aspley Lane | 779 yd | |
| The Curry Hut Nottingham Ltd | 664a Western Boulevard | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 362 Aspley Lane | 11 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Park MELBOURNE ROAD | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| Nottingham Girls' Academy ROBINS WOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Ymca Youth And Community Centre Melbourne Park MELBOURNE ROAD | 547 yd | |
| Bluecoat Academy Aspley ASPLEY LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 558 yd |
| William Crane Comprehensive (Closed) Minver Crescent | grass pitches | 708 yd |
| Woodlands School BEECHDALE ROAD | 737 yd | |
| Ambleside Primary School MINVER CRESCENT | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Minver Crescent Sports Centre MINVER CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 823 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Nottingham) ASPLEY LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 846 yd |
| Trinity School BEECHDALE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 899 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.