Postcode Analysis Rushcliffe, East Midlands

MELBOURNE ROAD, NG2 5BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELBOURNE ROAD, NG2 5BG.

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Population

340

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 59,400 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NG2 5BG 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.

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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. NG2 5BG's low deprivation rank, 75% ownership, and £372k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

NG2 5BG is a sought-after residential area on Melbourne Road, 1.2km from Adbolton in West Bridgford. Administratively it sits within Lady Bay ward and the Rushcliffe constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NG2, NG2 5BG offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 75% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £372k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NG2 5BG are sourced from Output Area E00144635 (shared with 4 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 NG2 5BG. The average age is 37.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.5%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 370,000

7 sales · Mean £ 382,571

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

NG2 5BG has low crime rates — 19 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour12
Other theft11
Criminal damage and arson10
Vehicle crime7

school Local Schools

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Lady Bay Primary School

Good416 pupils0.1 km
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West Bridgford Infant School

Outstanding243 pupils1.0 km
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Greenfields Community School

Good233 pupils1.3 km
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Windmill L.E.A.D. Academy

Good461 pupils1.4 km
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West Bridgford Junior School

Good355 pupils1.5 km
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Abbey Road Primary School

Good430 pupils1.5 km
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William Booth Primary and Nursery School

Good236 pupils1.5 km
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St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement408 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Blue Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Birds The Confectioners0.8 km
  • Boots The Chemists0.8 km
  • Emm Dee Stores0.9 km
  • MSR News0.6 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Botanist0.7 km
  • Trent Bridge Inn0.8 km
  • Lady Bay0.1 km
  • The Parlour0.7 km
  • The Stratford Haven1.0 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • All About Children - Leo's Children's Nursery West Bridgford0.7 km
  • Bombay Bridgford0.6 km
  • Bread And Butterflies0.3 km
  • Bread And Lard Island0.1 km
  • Caffe Nero0.8 km
  • + 30 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.7 km
  • Food Warehouse0.9 km
  • Co-Op Food Store0.7 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Cloughies Cob Stop0.8 km
  • Baba Dough0.6 km
  • Bridgford Restaurant & Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Lady Bay Fish And Chips0.3 km
  • + 12 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Nottingham1.8 km
  • Netherfield3.9 km
  • Carlton Station4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodland Road0.1 km
  • Woodland Road0.2 km
  • Primary School0.2 km
  • Trent Boulevard0.2 km
  • Trent Boulevard0.2 km