NG16 1AY is a safe, established residential area on Little Holland Gardens, 0.4km from Larkfields in Nuthall and Watnall. Administratively it sits within Watnall & Nuthall West ward and the Broxtowe constituency.
For families considering a move, NG16 1AY represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 12.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NG16 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00143297 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LITTLE HOLLAND GARDENS, NG16 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LITTLE HOLLAND GARDENS, NG16 1AY.
369
40
£ 41,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NG16 1AY — age 40, 76% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 12.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG16 1AY. The average age is 40.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 190,000
9 sales · Mean £ 194,611
Flat
£ 52,500
3 sales · Mean £ 68,333
Detached
£ 280,000
5 sales · Mean £ 297,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG16 1AY has low crime rates — 21 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
Larkfields Junior School
Larkfields Infant School
The Kimberley School
Kimberley Primary School
Hollywell Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- GMB Superstore0.4 km
- Morrisons Daily0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Dog House At Kimberley0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Gate Inn0.9 km
- Kimberley Institute Cricket Club0.9 km
- Larks Nest0.5 km
- Roots Emporium0.8 km
- The Stag Inn0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Angelos Fish Bar Nuthall0.5 km
- Baadshah0.9 km
- KIMBERLEY PIZZERIA0.9 km
- Amigo's0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Dandelion Deli And Coffee0.9 km
- Nawaab Saab1.0 km
- Rumbletums0.9 km
- The Oat Shed0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bulwell3.1 km
- Hucknall5.3 km
- Langley Mill6.3 km
Bus Stops
- Albert Avenue0.2 km
- St Patricks Road0.2 km
- Albert Avenue0.2 km
- St Patricks Road0.2 km
- Buckingham Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NG161AY · Data under Open Government Licence