Is NG16 1DB a safe place to live?

Yes, NG16 1DB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 37 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NG16 1DB?

The average property price in NG16 1DB is currently around £320k.

What is the population of NG16 1DB?

The population for the NG16 1DB area is approximately 377 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Broxtowe, East Midlands

EDWARD ROAD, NG16 1DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EDWARD ROAD, NG16 1DB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

377

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Avg Age

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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

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8/10

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2/10

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Area Character

NG16 1DB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £320k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 48.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NG16 1DB is a safe, established residential area on Edward Road, 0.4km from Larkfields in Nuthall and Watnall. Administratively it sits within Watnall & Nuthall West ward and the Broxtowe constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NG16, NG16 1DB offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k, up 48.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NG16 1DB 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 1DB. 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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 268,750

10 sales · Mean £ 300,365

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NG16 1DB has low crime rates — 37 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences21

Anti-social behaviour10

Criminal damage and arson9

Shoplifting7

Public order3

school Local Schools

Larkfields Junior School

Good244 pupils0.2 km

Larkfields Infant School

Good175 pupils0.2 km

Kimberley Primary School

Good222 pupils1.0 km

Mornington Primary School

Good287 pupils1.2 km

The Kimberley School

Good1396 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

GMB Superstore0.6 km
Morrisons Daily0.6 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Angelos Fish Bar Nuthall0.4 km
Baadshah0.5 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby

Larks Nest0.4 km
Roots Emporium0.8 km
The Stag Inn0.8 km
The Three Ponds0.2 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Nawaab Saab0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bulwell3.0 km
Hucknall5.8 km
Langley Mill6.7 km

Bus Stops

Edward Road0.1 km
Atkinson Gardens0.1 km
Edward Road0.1 km
Maple Drive0.2 km
Larkfield Road0.3 km