Church Garth is in Great Smeaton, Northallerton and in North Yorkshire district. DL6 2HW is located in the Morton-on-Swale & Appleton Wiske electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Richmond (Yorks). This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Garth, Great Smeaton, Northallerton, DL6 2HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL6 2ET, DL6 2EY, DL6 2EU, DL6 2EN, DL6 2EX, DL6 2EL, DL6 2EP, DL6 2EH, DL6 2ER.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL6 2HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.5% | 50.2% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 52.5% | 49.8% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DL6 2HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.1% | 18.8% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -19.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.6% | 64.8% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 20.6% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 7% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.5% | 58.3% | 10.8% | 48.4% | 9.9% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 28.9% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 9.9% | -4.8% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around DL6 2HW this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.7% | 9.3% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.9% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 14% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 15% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.6% | 46.7% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 12.9% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.7% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
In this area, 97.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.6% | 97.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 97.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.1% | 37.2% | -13.1% |
| Christian | 65.1% | 46.2% | 18.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Garth was 14.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.6% lower than the Hillside & Raskelf average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Church Garth has the 14th lowest crime rate of 88 local areas in Hillside & Raskelf and the 301st lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Church Garth, Northallerton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £690,000 | 2025-02-28 | £694,759 |
| 2 Church Garth, Northallerton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £317,000 | 2021-06-25 | £365,247 |
| 15 Church Garth, Northallerton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £331,000 | 2019-05-29 | £421,273 |
| 12 Church Garth, Northallerton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £592,000 | 2018-09-21 | £742,361 |
| 4 Church Garth, Northallerton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2016-07-07 | £424,150 |
DL6 2HW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DL6 2HW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in DL6 2HW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 75 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Smeaton Academy Primary School Great Smeaton , DL6 2EQ | 3out of 4 | 155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Wiske Community Primary School Front Street , Appleton Wiske DL6 2AA | 2out of 4 | 4,519 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Cowton Church of England Primary School East Cowton , DL7 0BD | 3out of 4 | 4,685 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bull Inn | Black Bull Inn / Great Smeaton Village | 277 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Smeaton Academy Primary School | grass pitches | 248 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 72.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.