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Kirkby Cross & Portland

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About

Kirkby Cross & Portland ward is located in the Ashfield district of Nottinghamshire. The area includes parts of Kirkby-in-Ashfield, a former mining town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces. The ward is bordered by the A38, providing transport links to nearby towns like Mansfield and Sutton-in-Ashfield. Local amenities include shops, schools, and green spaces such as Portland Park, which offers recreational facilities for residents.

The ward has a mix of housing types, from terraced homes to newer developments. Kirkby Cross & Portland reflects Ashfield's industrial heritage while adapting to modern needs. Public transport connects the area to larger employment and retail hubs. The ward also hosts community events, fostering a sense of local identity.

Area overview

On average Kirkby Cross & Portland has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kirkby Cross & Portland is £40,859 per year. There are 1 schools in Kirkby Cross & Portland: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

5.4%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Kirkby Cross & Portland Population

4,577

Population density

776.8 per km²

Demographics

British

4,211

91.96%

Other White

134

2.93%

African

1.16%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.55%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.46%

Total population: 4,579

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

748

38.24%

Owns outright

693

35.43%

Private landlord or letting agency

330

16.87%

Social rents from council

3.73%

Other social rented

3.32%

Total households: 1,956

Property prices in Kirkby Cross & Portland

Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Kirkby Cross & Portland area, with individual transactions ranging from £77,000 up to £540,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	17	£256,000	£145,100	£230,000	£290,000	£416,000
Flats	2	£96,000	£78,900	£86,500	£105,500	£113,100
Semi-Detached	14	£202,500	£132,125	£173,500	£237,500	£298,250
Terraced	22	£172,500	£118,100	£141,250	£200,000	£214,750

10 years price trend in Kirkby Cross & Portland

All postcodes in Kirkby Cross & Portland

NG178AF

Greenholme Close

NG178AH

Lime Street

NG178AX

Kirkby Larwood & Kingsway

NG178JG

Old Chapel Close

NG178LL

Pennine Drive

NG178SB

Amarella Lane

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Data Sources

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

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