Canal Side is in Beeston, Nottingham and in Broxtowe district. NG9 1LX is located in the Beeston Rylands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broxtowe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Canal Side, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 1LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG9 1LW, NG9 1LY, NG9 1NA, NG9 1LQ, NG9 1LP, NG9 1LU, NG9 1LR, NG9 1LS, NG9 1LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG9 1LX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 50.5% | 48.1% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 49.5% | 51.9% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
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 | 31.4% | 34.5% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -3.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 44.5% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11% | 13.6% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 5.9% | 0.6% | 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 | 35.7% | 34.6% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -13.8% |
| Good health | 49.1% | 46.5% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 12.9% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 15.6% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 22.9% | 16.1% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 8.5% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 13% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 7.2% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 15.7% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.3% | 35.9% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 3.6% | 1.2% | -2.4% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.9% | 94.7% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 92.4% | 89.7% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 7.4% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 89.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 7.4% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.3% | 76.7% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 5.8% | 1.5% | 4.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Canal Side was 40.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.4% lower than the Beeston Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Canal Side has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Beeston Central and the 177th lowest crime rate of 366 local areas in Broxtowe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188 Canal Side, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2024-11-29 | £225,118 |
| 208 Canal Side, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-08-15 | £326,160 |
| 206 Canal Side, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-08-09 | £202,176 |
| 190 Canal Side, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-06-18 | £201,321 |
| 204 Canal Side, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2011-11-04 | £227,955 |
NG9 1LX 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 NG9 1LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beeston Rylands Junior School Trent Road , Beeston NG9 1LJ | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent Vale Infant School Trent Road , Beeston Rylands NG9 1LP | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| John Clifford Primary School Nether Street , Beeston NG9 2AT | - not rated | 1,486 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Glapton Academy Glapton Lane , Clifton NG11 8EA | 3out of 4 | 1,763 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Lanes Primary School Cator Lane , Chilwell NG9 4BB | - not rated | 1,797 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilwell School Queens Road , Beeston NG9 5AL | 3out of 4 | 1,966 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Spencer Academy Farnborough Road , NG11 8JW | 1out of 4 | 2,869 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman White School Chilwell Lane , Bramcote NG9 3DU | 3out of 4 | 3,104 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology 93 Abbey Street , Dunkirk NG7 2PL | 3out of 4 | 3,673 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Becket School The Becket Way , Wilford Lane NG2 7QY | 3out of 4 | 4,063 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nethergate Academy Swansdowne Drive , Clifton NG11 8HX | 4out of 4 | 2,955 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Nottingham University Park , NG7 2RD | - not rated | 3,619 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxwood Academy Derby Road , Bramcote NG9 3GF | 3out of 4 | 4,354 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| CP Riverside School Riverside Way , NG2 1DP | 2out of 4 | 4,434 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canalside Heritage Centre | 2 To 3 Weir Cottages, Canal Side | 169 yd | |
| The Riverside Cafe | Beeston Marina, Riverside Road | 355 yd | |
| Nottingham Casuals | Rugby Football Ground Buildings, Canal Side | 474 yd | |
| The Restaurant | Waterfront House, Beeston Business Park | 548 yd | |
| Sri Thurkkai Amman Temple | West Crescent, Beeston | 552 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Bar | Beeston Marina, Riverside Road | 128 yd | |
| The Boat And Horses Public House | Boat And Horses Inn, Trent Road | 164 yd | |
| Jolly Anglers | Meadow Road, Beeston | 479 yd | |
| The Victoria Hotel | 85 Dovecote Lane, Beeston | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Wok | 156 Meadow Road, Beeston | 484 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Weirfields Recreation Ground Canal Side | grass pitches | 133 yd |
| Trent Vale Sports Association SOUTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 284 yd |
| Beeston Rylands Junior School TRENT ROAD | grass pitches | 402 yd |
| Nottingham Casuals Rfc The Pavilion The Pavilion Weirfields | grass pitches | 806 yd |
| Leyton Crescent Recreation Ground LEYTON CRESCENT | grass pitches | 823 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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 | 113.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.