NG8 1BA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Brownsmill Way, 0.3km from Beechdale in Nottingham. Administratively it sits within Wollaton West ward and the Nottingham South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NG8, NG8 1BA offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. By day, the area transitions to a professional home-workers in outer suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 72% 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 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £407k, down 5.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for NG8 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00070541 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROWNSMILL WAY, NG8 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROWNSMILL WAY, NG8 1BA.
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG8 1BA 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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, NG8 1BA is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £407k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 5.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG8 1BA. The average age is 55.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 414,995
25 sales · Mean £ 418,915
Semi-Detached
£ 319,995
2 sales · Mean £ 319,995
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG8 1BA has low crime rates — 45 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
Oak Field School
Bluecoat Beechdale Academy
Nottingham Girls' Academy
The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy
Woodlands Academy
Glenbrook Spencer Academy
Bluecoat Primary Academy
Middleton Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Wheelhouse0.6 km
- Admiral Rodney1.0 km
- Beechdale Pub0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Mr Mans Restaurant0.7 km
- The Wollaton0.1 km
- Sycamore Dining0.8 km
- The Teapot Cafe at Beechdale Community Centre0.5 km
- Venus Cafe0.5 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative0.1 km
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Wollaton Hall Shop0.6 km
- G Kemp & Son Butchers0.8 km
- Premier Store0.8 km
- Premier Bilborough Convenience Store0.9 km
- Hall View News0.7 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Georges Fish Bar0.8 km
- Opa Greek0.5 km
- Red Hat0.8 km
- Wollaton Fish Bar0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Beeston4.4 km
- Nottingham4.5 km
- Bulwell4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Charlbury Road0.1 km
- Hallowell Drive0.2 km
- Hallowell Drive0.2 km
- Woodyard Lane0.2 km
- Woodyard Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NG81BA · Data under Open Government Licence