NG8 1AR is a safe, established residential area on Harby Drive, 0.8km from Lenton, Old in Nottingham. Administratively it sits within Lenton & Wollaton East ward and the Nottingham South constituency.
For families considering a move, NG8 1AR represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 30 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Nottingham.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £222k, down 3.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NG8 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00187516 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARBY DRIVE, NG8 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARBY DRIVE, NG8 1AR.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG8 1AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NG8 1AR has a highly multicultural community character — 47% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 3.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG8 1AR. The average age is 29.9. 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: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 222,500
6 sales · Mean £ 226,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG8 1AR has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Middleton Primary and Nursery School
Bluecoat Wollaton Academy
Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre
Robert Shaw Primary and Nursery School
Radford Primary School Academy
The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre
Edna G. Olds Academy
Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- Deliveroo SP Ltd0.6 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- iCare Nottingham Charity Food Bank0.5 km
- Southwold Primary School Breakfast Club0.5 km
- The Cake Shop0.4 km
- + 13 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Crown Inn0.5 km
- The Plough Inn0.9 km
- Rose & Crown (Lenton)0.6 km
- The Three Wheatsheaves0.7 km
- White Hart1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- Cafe Aspire0.2 km
- Cafe Terrazzo0.2 km
- Costa0.2 km
- Hungrilla Gourmet Grill0.4 km
- Spicy House0.5 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl UK0.6 km
- The Co-Operative0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- Alleys Burgers0.6 km
- Domino's Pizzas0.6 km
- Flames Grillhouse0.6 km
- Golden Dragon0.5 km
- Luxford Burgers0.6 km
- + 20 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Jubilee Hotel and Conferences0.4 km
- P & J Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Nottingham3.0 km
- Beeston3.7 km
- Bulwell5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Hawton Crescent0.1 km
- Middleton Boulevard0.1 km
- Orston Drive HR0.2 km
- Hawton Crescent0.2 km
- Scalford Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NG81AR · Data under Open Government Licence