NG8 1AZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Brownsmill Way, 0.4km from Beechdale in Nottingham. Administratively it sits within Wollaton West ward and the Nottingham South constituency.
For serious buyers, NG8 1AZ is a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. An established, mature community with an average age of 56 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 72% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £454k.
Census 2021 statistics for NG8 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00070541 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROWNSMILL WAY, NG8 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROWNSMILL WAY, NG8 1AZ.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG8 1AZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Average age 56, 72% owned. NG8 1AZ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £454k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG8 1AZ. The average age is 55.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Detached
£ 459,995
23 sales · Mean £ 444,973
Semi-Detached
£ 322,995
1 sales · Mean £ 322,995
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG8 1AZ has low crime rates — 18 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.
school Local Schools
Oak Field School
Bluecoat Beechdale Academy
Glenbrook Spencer Academy
Woodlands Academy
The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy
Nottingham Girls' Academy
Bluecoat Primary Academy
Jubilee L.E.A.D. Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Wheelhouse0.6 km
- Admiral Rodney0.9 km
- Beechdale Pub0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Mr Mans Restaurant0.7 km
- The Wollaton0.2 km
- Bean Culture1.0 km
- Sycamore Dining0.9 km
- The Teapot Cafe at Beechdale Community Centre0.6 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative0.2 km
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Wollaton Hall Shop0.7 km
- G Kemp & Son Butchers1.0 km
- Premier Store1.0 km
- Premier Bilborough Convenience Store0.7 km
- Hall View News0.7 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Georges Fish Bar1.0 km
- Opa Greek0.6 km
- Red Hat1.0 km
- Wollaton Fish Bar0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Beeston4.4 km
- Bulwell4.6 km
- Nottingham4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Hallowell Drive0.1 km
- Hallowell Drive0.1 km
- Far Rye0.3 km
- Charlbury Road0.3 km
- Far Rye0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NG81AZ · Data under Open Government Licence