NG17 1DT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bonser Gardens, 1.3km from New Cross in Sutton in Ashfield. Administratively it sits within Sutton St Mary's ward and the Ashfield constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 16.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NG17 1DT are sourced from Output Area E00142486 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BONSER GARDENS, NG17 1DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BONSER GARDENS, NG17 1DT.
237
38
£ 39,800 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG17 1DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 38, NG17 1DT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £145k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 16.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG17 1DT. The average age is 38.0. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 127,500
18 sales · Mean £ 130,275
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NG17 1DT is moderate at 50 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
Sutton Community Academy
Mapplewells Primary and Nursery School
Brierley Forest Primary and Nursery School
St Mary Magdalene CofE Primary School
Leamington Primary and Nursery Academy
Croft Primary School
Priestsic Primary and Nursery School
Ashfield Comprehensive School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
37 nearby- Alan's Family Butchers0.7 km
- Colledges Butchers0.7 km
- The Little Bee Company0.7 km
- Arden News0.7 km
- Andrews News & Booze0.7 km
- + 32 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- TOSCANA0.7 km
- Tony's Snack Bar0.7 km
- AK Cafe0.7 km
- Cafe Moda0.7 km
- Curry Queen0.5 km
- + 23 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Bainbridge Ballroom0.5 km
- Grosvenor Rooms0.3 km
- Mansfield Hosiery Mills Sports and Social0.4 km
- Nags Head0.7 km
- The Devonshire Arms0.4 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Lidl1.0 km
- Poundworld/Bargain Buys0.7 km
- The Co-Op0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Asda0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Fortune House0.6 km
- Jade Garden0.5 km
- Lovely Jubbly0.9 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.8 km
- Sea Fish Sutton0.6 km
- + 7 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ashfield Bed and Breakfast0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sutton Parkway2.3 km
- Kirkby in Ashfield2.7 km
- Mansfield Station5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Spring Road0.2 km
- Spring Road0.2 km
- Clumber Street0.3 km
- Hack Lane0.3 km
- Cemetery0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NG171DT · Data under Open Government Licence