Forest Fields
Nottingham 017 · 4 sub-areas · 7,650 residents
Nottingham 017 is a densely populated neighbourhood within Nottingham, home to around 7,650 residents and one of the city's more affordable corners. A typical two-bedroom flat lets for about £910 a month, noticeably below the UK national median for a 2-bed. With a tram stop under 600 metres away and full gigabit broadband coverage, the practical infrastructure is genuinely strong — though crime rates run higher than the national average.
Forest Fields is a green, lower-density part of Nottingham — parks within walking distance of most addresses, a slower weekday rhythm, and a population skewed toward longer-tenure households rather than transient renters. The rental market is active and turnover is high — people move through rather than stay.
Overview
What's it like to live in Forest Fields?
4 parks and 2 playgrounds are within five minutes' walk, so greenspace is reliably close at hand; Crime sits around the national average — neither a notable concern nor a notable selling point; Public transport is genuinely strong; most errands and a fair share of social life don't need a car; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £1,008 a month for a typical home; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Forest Fields in Nottingham
Living in Forest Fields
This part of Nottingham skews young and renting. Around a third of residents are aged 18–34, and private renters make up over half the households — well above the national owner-occupier norm. That profile gives the area an energetic, transient character typical of inner Nottingham neighbourhoods, with a mix of student households, young professionals, and longer-term local families.
On cost, it sits at the affordable end of the Nottingham market. A two-bedroom home runs about £910 a month — noticeably cheaper than the UK national median of around £1,200 for a 2-bed. The trade-off is that rents are still rising: they were up nearly 5% year-on-year, so if you're fixing a budget, factor in that trend. Median house prices sit around £197,000, and if you're saving for a deposit, the data suggests you could get there in under four years on a typical local salary.
The neighbourhood is ethnically mixed, with an ethnic diversity index of 62 — substantially higher than most English areas — and just over half of residents born in the UK. That breadth shows up in the local food and community offer. Qualification levels are moderate: around a third of residents hold a degree, which is roughly in line with the Nottingham city average.
For day-to-day movement, the nearest tram stop is under 600 metres away — roughly a seven-minute walk — which is the most useful link for getting around the city quickly. The nearest mainline rail station is about 2.8 km away, around a 35-minute walk or a short tram or bus ride. Just over a quarter of residents work from home, which is a meaningful share and reflects the area's mix of desk-based and public-sector workers. See the streets and sub-areas below for more on how different pockets within the neighbourhood compare.
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Frequently asked
- Is Nottingham 017 a nice place to live?
- It depends on your priorities. Rents are genuinely affordable — a two-bed averages around £910 a month — and the tram connection is a real practical asset. The trade-off is a crime rate notably above the national average and deprivation scores in the bottom two deciles nationally. It suits renters who want affordable city living and can weigh up those wider pressures.
- What is the rent in Nottingham 017?
- A one-bedroom flat runs around £732 a month, a two-bedroom about £910, and a three-bedroom roughly £1,044. These are estimates scaled from city-level data using local sale prices. Rents rose about 4.8% in the past year, so budget for continued movement upward.
- Is Nottingham 017 safe?
- Crime runs at around 118 incidents per 1,000 residents a year — roughly half as much again as the UK national rate of around 80 per 1,000. This is one of the higher-crime parts of Nottingham. The area sits in the lowest two deciles nationally for deprivation, which tends to correlate with elevated crime. Walking the area at different times before committing is worthwhile.
- What's the commute from Nottingham 017 to Nottingham city centre?
- The tram stop is under 600 metres away — roughly a seven-minute walk — making city-centre commutes quick and convenient. The nearest mainline rail station is about 2.8 km away, best reached by tram or bus. Just over a quarter of residents work from home, which is a significant share for an area at this price point.
- Who lives in Nottingham 017?
- Mostly younger renters — around a third of residents are aged 18–34, and over half of households rent privately. Owner-occupation is low at 34%. The neighbourhood is ethnically diverse, with an index of 62, and just over half of residents were born in the UK. It's a mixed urban community rather than a settled family suburb.
- What schools are near Nottingham 017?
- There are 111 schools within 2 km of the neighbourhood. Around 56% of those within typical catchment distance are rated Good or Outstanding — below the national share of roughly 89%. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is about 2.6 km away. Catchment boundaries in urban Nottingham can be tight, so check admissions areas for specific streets before moving.
- How affordable is buying a home in Nottingham 017?
- Median sale prices sit at around £197,000. On a typical resident salary — the median here is around £26,500 a year — the data suggests you can save a deposit in under four years. That's relatively quick by urban UK standards, reflecting how far Nottingham purchase prices sit below London and the South East.