Postcode Analysis Broxtowe, East Midlands

FORGE MEWS, NG16 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORGE MEWS, NG16 1BU.

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Population

377

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 41,100 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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6/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates NG16 1BU — age 45, 81% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NG16 1BU is a safe, established residential area on Forge Mews, 0.1km from Nuthall in Nuthall and Watnall. Administratively it sits within Watnall & Nuthall West ward and the Broxtowe constituency.

For families considering a move, NG16 1BU represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £132k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for NG16 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00143304 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG16 1BU. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.6%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 132,000

1 sales · Mean £ 132,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NG16 1BU has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences6
Vehicle crime2
Other theft2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Larkfields Junior School

Good244 pupils0.6 km
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Larkfields Infant School

Good175 pupils0.6 km
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Mornington Primary School

Good287 pupils1.1 km
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Hempshill Hall Primary School

Good449 pupils1.1 km
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Horsendale Primary School

Good206 pupils1.5 km
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Kimberley Primary School

Good222 pupils1.5 km
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The Kimberley School

Good1396 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • GMB Superstore0.9 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Angelos Fish Bar Nuthall0.8 km
  • Baadshah0.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Larks Nest0.8 km
  • The Three Ponds0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Nawaab Saab0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bulwell2.5 km
  • Hucknall5.4 km
  • Langley Mill7.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Church0.1 km
  • Church0.1 km
  • Church0.1 km
  • Church0.1 km
  • Spring Terrace0.2 km