Meer Road is in Beeston, Nottingham and in Broxtowe district. NG9 4JL is located in the Chilwell West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Broxtowe. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meer Road, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 4JL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG9 4JJ, NG9 4JH, NG9 4JD, NG9 4JB, NG9 4GN, NG9 4HY, NG9 4JF, NG9 4HW, NG9 4HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NG9 4JL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 50.2% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49.8% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NG9 4JL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.9% | 43.5% | 2.6% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.7% | 36.3% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -7.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 15% | 13.5% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 44.8% | 36.9% | -7.9% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 35.2% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 16.4% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 9.7% | 4.5% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 31.8% | 21% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 18.5% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 8.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 15.1% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 15.1% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 23.1% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 7.3% | 0% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 6.4% | 5.7% | 2.5% | 3.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 90.9% | 80.9% | -10.0% | 81.4% | -0.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 82.5% 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 | 93.4% | 82.5% | -10.9% | 83.2% | -0.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 6.4% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 5.4% | 4.0% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 5.7% | 2.9% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 82.8% | -9.5% | 83.2% | -0.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.4% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 4.4% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 5.1% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.3% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.8% | 76.7% | -13.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.9% | 37.2% | 22.7% |
| Christian | 33% | 46.2% | -13.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meer Road was 176.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 116.3% higher than the Chilwell West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meer Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Chilwell West and the 38th highest crime rate of 366 local areas in Broxtowe .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 55.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Meer Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2014-11-14 | £191,190 |
| 5 Meer Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,500 | 2006-04-27 | £193,043 |
NG9 4JL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Spencer Academy Great Hoggett Drive , NG9 4HQ | 3out of 4 | 387 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eskdale Junior School Eskdale Drive , Chilwell NG9 5NA | 4out of 4 | 558 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Pounder Infant and Nursery School Eskdale Drive , Beeston NG9 5FN | 3out of 4 | 713 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Spencer Academy Toton Lane , Stapleford NG9 7HB | 3out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School 80 Nottingham Road , Stapleford NG9 8AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,615 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Spencer Academy Arthur Mee Road , Stapleford NG9 7EW | 4out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman White School Chilwell Lane , Bramcote NG9 3DU | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilwell School Queens Road , Beeston NG9 5AL | 3out of 4 | 1,966 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramcote College Moor Lane , Bramcote NG9 3GA | 3out of 4 | 2,076 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilsthorpe School Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4WT | 3out of 4 | 3,627 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwood Academy Derby Road , Bramcote NG9 3GF | 3out of 4 | 1,936 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global Uk Nottingham Campus Wellington Street , Long Eaton NG10 4HR | - not rated | 2,907 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trent College Derby Road , Long Eaton NG10 4AD | - not rated | 3,567 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brackenfield Special School Bracken Road , Long Eaton NG10 4DA | 3out of 4 | 3,817 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Vale School Thoresby Road , Long Eaton NG10 3NP | 3out of 4 | 4,226 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bardills Coffee Shop | 225 Toton Lane, Stapleford | 891 yd | |
| Bumblebees Bakes Tearoom | Japanese Water Gardens, 251 Toton Lane | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen 2019 Ltd | Evergreen English And Chinese Takeaway, 11 Sunnyside Road | 759 yd | |
| Smash And Base | 17 Sunnyside Road, Chilwell | 759 yd | |
| Dumplings Delight | Japanese Water Gardens, 251 Toton Lane | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Inham Nook Recreation Ground Pearson Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 420 yd |
| Alderman White School Chilwell Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,075 yd |
| Chetwynd Barracks | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,086 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 138.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.