NG6 0LU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bowness Avenue, 0.8km from Whitemoor in Nottingham. Administratively it sits within Basford ward and the Nottingham North constituency.
For families considering a move, NG6 0LU represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Nottingham.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £148k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NG6 0LU are sourced from Output Area E00069784 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOWNESS AVENUE, NG6 0LU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOWNESS AVENUE, NG6 0LU.
376
36
£ 35,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG6 0LU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 36, NG6 0LU 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG6 0LU. The average age is 36.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 148,000
5 sales · Mean £ 149,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NG6 0LU is moderate at 56 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
Ellis Guilford School
Old Basford School
Whitemoor Academy (Primary and Nursery)
Ambleside Primary School
Rosslyn Park Primary and Nursery School
Heathfield Primary and Nursery School
Southwark Primary School
Bluecoat Trent Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Bargain Store0.4 km
- Esra Mini Market0.5 km
- ESSO Service Station0.6 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- Rodak0.6 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Newcastle Arms0.5 km
- Basford United Football Club0.5 km
- Fox & Crown0.8 km
- The Old Pear Tree0.9 km
- Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service0.3 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Aspley Fish Bar0.4 km
- China Red0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Lana’s Desserts0.9 km
- Mr T's Pizza0.5 km
- + 15 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Melbourne Park Cafe0.6 km
- Disability Support0.5 km
- Roll On In Sandwich Bar0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland0.6 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Tudor Lodge Hotel0.4 km
- Doubletree By Hilton Nottingham Gateway Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bulwell2.1 km
- Nottingham4.8 km
- Hucknall6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Broxtowe Lane0.2 km
- Llanberis Grove0.2 km
- Llanberis Grove0.2 km
- Basford Hall College0.2 km
- Tyne close stop Test0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NG60LU · Data under Open Government Licence