NG6 0AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Acton Avenue, 0.5km from Basford, Old in Nottingham. Administratively it sits within Basford ward and the Nottingham North constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Nottingham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 16.0% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NG6 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00069773 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ACTON AVENUE, NG6 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ACTON AVENUE, NG6 0AY.
287
35
£ 35,800 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG6 0AY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 52% owner-occupation and average age 35, NG6 0AY has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 16.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG6 0AY. The average age is 35.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 87,750
11 sales · Mean £ 91,440
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NG6 0AY is moderate at 57 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
Southwark Primary School
Old Basford School
Ellis Guilford School
Heathfield Primary and Nursery School
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School
Whitemoor Academy (Primary and Nursery)
Henry Whipple Primary School
Rosslyn Park Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Bestwood Convenience Store1.0 km
- Getir UK Limited0.8 km
- Vernon Road Post Office0.2 km
- Cinderhill Gym0.9 km
- Pavish Super Store0.0 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Basford Hall Miners Welfare0.9 km
- Catchems Corner0.2 km
- Headstocks0.7 km
- Oakleigh Lodge Social Club0.5 km
- The Mill0.5 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
16 nearby- Billy's Fish Bar0.4 km
- George’s Greek Grill, Chippy & Pizza0.4 km
- Curry Nites0.4 km
- Highbury Balti House0.5 km
- La Cucina0.5 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Aramark Catering Ltd0.8 km
- Disability Support0.4 km
- Community Café at St Aidan's CIC0.5 km
- Roll On In Sandwich Bar0.3 km
- Highbury Options0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Express1.0 km
- Zhongcheng Fresh Surpermarket0.5 km
- Iceland1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bulwell1.5 km
- Nottingham5.2 km
- Hucknall5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Acton Avenue0.1 km
- Acton Avenue0.1 km
- Gordon Street0.1 km
- Catchems Corner0.2 km
- Clare Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: NG60AY · Data under Open Government Licence