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About

Bulwell ward is located in the north of Nottingham, covering an area of around 5 square kilometres. It includes residential neighbourhoods, local shops, and green spaces such as Bulwell Forest Park. The ward is served by Bulwell town centre, which has a mix of independent retailers and chain stores. Public transport links include a tram stop and bus routes connecting to Nottingham city centre.

The area has a mix of housing types, from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Bulwell Hall Park and the River Leen provide outdoor spaces for recreation. The ward has several schools and community facilities, including the Bulwell Riverside leisure centre. Industrial estates on the outskirts contribute to local employment opportunities.

Area overview

On average Bulwell has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 144 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 34.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bulwell is £30,702 per year. There are 7 schools in Bulwell: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

144

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

1/10

Social housing

34.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bulwell Population

16,217

Population density

3,022 per km²

Demographics

British

11,851

73.09%

African

903

5.57%

Other White

876

5.4%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

714

4.4%

Caribbean

526

3.24%

Total population: 16,214

Housing

Social rents from council

2,205

31.33%

Owns outright

1,466

20.83%

Owns with a mortgage

1,463

20.78%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,278

18.16%

Other social rented

448

6.36%

Total households: 7,039

Property prices in Bulwell

Based on 111 recent sales, the median property price is £168,500 in Bulwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,500 up to £275,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£212,000	£95,000	£164,026	£247,500	£272,500
Flats	1	£95,000	£95,000	£95,000	£95,000	£95,000
Semi-Detached	55	£187,500	£131,400	£164,500	£220,000	£241,500
Terraced	44	£142,500	£71,985	£116,500	£161,250	£235,500

10 years price trend in Bulwell

All postcodes in Bulwell

NG68NE

Second Avenue

NG68PH

Hempshill Lane

NG67BG

Duke Close

NG67DS

Aspen Road

NG67FU

Broad Eadow Road

NG68DN

Ludford Road

NG68EE

Naomi Crescent

NG68FN

Ravensworth Road

NG68GS

Minerva Street

NG68HW

Dove Street

NG68LG

Norwich Gardens

NG68QJ

Bulwell North

NG68YS

Commercial Road

NG68ZY

Headstocks Close

NG68AD

Bulwell North

NG68WB

Freeston Drive

NG67DN

Alder Gardens

NG68AR

Ludford Road

NG68DQ

Riseborough Walk

NG68HQ

Latham Street

NG68BX

Aston Drive

NG68DR

Riseborough Walk

NG68FS

Muriel Street

NG68GF

Firth Way

NG68RD

Occupation Road

NG68SQ

Coventry Road

NG67AR

Haise Court

NG67FE

Corben Gardens

NG68DJ

Hempshill Lane

NG68DL

Sandhurst Road

NG68FZ

Murby Crescent

NG68HE

Commercial Road

NG68HH

Bromley Close

NG68JA

Commercial Road

NG68JB

Commercial Road

NG68PS

Coventry Road

NG68QF

Bulwell North

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail