NG8 1DF is a safe, established residential area on Dalby Square, 1.0km from Lenton, Old in Nottingham. Administratively it sits within Lenton & Wollaton East ward and the Nottingham South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £239k.
Census 2021 statistics for NG8 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00070533 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DALBY SQUARE, NG8 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DALBY SQUARE, NG8 1DF.
299
42
£ 0 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NG8 1DF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 42, NG8 1DF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NG8 1DF. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 239,000
5 sales · Mean £ 243,632
Detached
£ 189,150
1 sales · Mean £ 189,150
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NG8 1DF has low crime rates — 12 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.
school Local Schools
Bluecoat Wollaton Academy
Middleton Primary and Nursery School
Southwold Primary School and Early Years' Centre
Robert Shaw Primary and Nursery School
Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology
Radford Primary School Academy
Edna G. Olds Academy
The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Taylor's Food & Drink0.9 km
- Waterfall Elior0.9 km
- Dairy Box0.2 km
- Farndon Green Post Office0.2 km
- iCare Nottingham Charity Food Bank0.9 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Rose & Crown (Lenton)0.8 km
- The Three Wheatsheaves1.0 km
- The Crown Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Amigo0.9 km
- Captain Ice0.8 km
- Century Cafe0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Fontanella Cafe B Floor0.9 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Sea Fish0.8 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Amigos Pizza0.8 km
- All Flavaz Ltd0.5 km
- Park Tandoori0.6 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Jubilee Hotel and Conferences0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Nottingham3.3 km
- Beeston3.3 km
- Attenborough5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Selston Drive0.1 km
- Hawton Crescent HR0.1 km
- Broughton Drive0.1 km
- Farndon Green0.2 km
- Selston Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NG81DF · Data under Open Government Licence