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Location in NottinghamshireBulwell Forest sits where the marker shows within the county.

38,457
Population
16,698
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£40,276
Avg. household income
909
Businesses
2,610
People per km²
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About Bulwell Forest

Bulwell Forest is a residential area located in the NG6 postcode district of Nottinghamshire, England. It lies to the north-east of Nottingham city centre and is part of the wider Bulwell community. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with several local parks and green spaces providing recreational areas for residents. The forest itself is a small wooded area that gives the district its name, offering a quiet retreat within an urban setting. The area is well-served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and public transport links, making it a convenient place to live. It is situated close to the A60 road, which connects it to other parts of Nottingham and the surrounding region.

School Ratings in Bulwell Forest

Families in Bulwell Forest have access to 212 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bulwell Forest

Homes sell for an average of £184K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £126K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bulwell Forest

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Bulwell Forest, with 117 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bulwell Forest

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bulwell Forest within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Healthcare in Bulwell Forest

There are 50 GP surgeries within three miles of Bulwell Forest, the nearest being St Albans Medical Centre (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Bulwell Forest

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Property Prices 4,552 sales

Average Price £184K
£3K , £26.72M
Detached £243K 621
Semi £164K 1,737
Terraced £126K 1,854
Flat £95K 150

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

125 Primary
25 Secondary
62 Other
Good 8
Requires improvement 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NG6 postcode area.

Bulwell Forest Children's Centre 0.2 miles Cantrell Primary and Nursery School Primary 0.2 miles The Bulwell Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Bulwell St Mary's Primary and Nursery School Primary 0.3 miles Stanstead Flying High Academy Primary 0.4 miles Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Springfield Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles Park Vale Academy Secondary Good 0.6 miles Bestwood Park & Top Valley Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Westglade Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Rufford Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 0.7 miles Bestwood Children's Centre 0.7 miles

Household Income in Bulwell Forest ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bulwell Forest is approximately £40,276 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,464. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bulwell Forest £40,276
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,464.

Businesses in Bulwell Forest ONS 2025

There are approximately 909 active businesses based in Bulwell Forest, around 24 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

909 Total businesses
24 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 86%
Small, 10-49 12%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bulwell Forest IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bulwell Forest experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 16%
8,080 Children (0-15) 21%
24,281 Working Age 63%
6,112 Older (65+) 16%
Below Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 54.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 29.8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bulwell Forest 974 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Bulwell Forest are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 401
Criminal Damage & Arson 117
Shoplifting 77
Public Order 67
Anti-Social Behaviour 64
Other Theft 57
Vehicle Crime 51
Drugs 34
Other Crime 34
Burglary 25
Robbery 21
Weapons 16
Bicycle Theft 6
Theft from Person 4
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bulwell Train Station 0.4 miles
Hucknall Train Station 2.3 miles
Newstead Train Station 4.8 miles
Ilkeston Train Station 4.8 miles
Carlton Train Station 5.3 miles
Netherfield Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bulwell 0.6 miles Top Valley 0.6 miles Highbury Vale 0.6 miles Rise Park 0.9 miles Bestwood 1.2 miles Hempshill Vale 1.4 miles Cinderhill 1.4 miles Old Basford 1.4 miles Bestwood Village 1.4 miles Daybrook 1.9 miles Whitemoor 1.9 miles Broomhill 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Nottingham
County Nottinghamshire
Ward Basford
Constituency Nottingham North
Parish Nottingham, unparished area
Region East Midlands

Home Ownership in Bulwell Forest

Of the 16,728 households in and around Bulwell Forest, 51% are owned, 26% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 51% Social rented 26% Private rented 22%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bulwell Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bulwell Forest

What is the population of Bulwell Forest?
Bulwell Forest has a population of approximately 38,457 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bulwell Forest?
The average property in and around Bulwell Forest sold for about £184,349, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 47% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bulwell Forest a deprived area?
Bulwell Forest sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bulwell Forest?
Bulwell Forest is covered by the NG6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bulwell Forest?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bulwell Forest, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bulwell Forest?
The nearest railway station to Bulwell Forest is Bulwell Train Station, about 0.4 miles away.

Streets in NG6 30 shown View all streets

Abercarn Close 1 Abercarn Mews 1 Academy Close 1 Acle Gardens 1 Acton Avenue 1 Alder Gardens 1 Aldgate Close 1 Aldrin Close 2 Alnwick Close 1 Alpine Street 2 Alyth Court 1 Anders Drive 1 Anford Close 1 Apollo Drive 2 Ariel Close 1 Arkers Close 1 Armstrong Road 2 Arnold Road 2 Ashbourne Court 1 Aspen Road 1 Aston Drive 2 Athorpe Grove 1 Austin Street 4 Avalon Close 1 Bacton Gardens 1 Bagnall Cottages 1 Bagnall Road 4 Bailey Street 3 Bancroft Street 1 Bank Yard 1

Postcodes in NG6 50 shown View all postcodes

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