NG4 3FT is a sought-after residential area on Blackhill Drive, 0.3km from Gedling in Carlton (Gedling). Administratively it sits within Gedling ward and the Gedling constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NG4, NG4 3FT offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 89% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k.
Census 2021 statistics for NG4 3FT are sourced from Output Area E00143538 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKHILL DRIVE, NG4 3FT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKHILL DRIVE, NG4 3FT.
303
44
£ 40,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG4 3FT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NG4 3FT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 89% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £340k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG4 3FT. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 261,250
6 sales · Mean £ 286,250
Detached
£ 290,500
4 sales · Mean £ 294,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG4 3FT has low crime rates — 22 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.
school Local Schools
Priory Junior School
All Hallows CofE Primary School
Phoenix Infant and Nursery School
Netherfield Primary School
Carlton le Willows Academy
Willow Farm Primary School
The Carlton Infant Academy
The Carlton Junior Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Carlton News1.0 km
- Netherfield Post Office0.9 km
- Thaara Convenience0.8 km
- Tuxfords Butchers0.8 km
- Fresh Weigh0.6 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Connect@Netherfield0.7 km
- Corner Cafe0.9 km
- St Georges Centre0.9 km
- Cafe 1180.3 km
- Carlton Cafe0.6 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Nisa0.8 km
- Central England Cooperative0.4 km
- Farmfoods Ltd0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Gedling Nisa0.2 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Bon Appetit0.9 km
- Lucky House0.8 km
- New World0.9 km
- Olympic Kebab House0.8 km
- Anzio Pizza0.6 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Fox & Hounds0.5 km
- Inn For A Penny0.3 km
- The Beacon Hill0.6 km
- The Crossing Social Club0.5 km
- The Old Volunteer0.5 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Carlton Station0.7 km
- Netherfield1.1 km
- Burton Joyce3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Westdale Lane East0.1 km
- Westdale Lane East0.2 km
- Ousebridge Drive0.2 km
- Ousebridge Drive0.2 km
- Redland Grove0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NG43FT · Data under Open Government Licence