Hipswell Road is in Catterick Garrison and in North Yorkshire district. DL9 4AY is located in the Hipswell & Colburn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Richmond (Yorks). This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hipswell Road, Catterick Garrison, DL9 4AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL9 4AY is primarily male, with 62.1% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 44.5% | 37.9% | -6.6% | 51.0% | -13.1% |
| Male | 55.5% | 62.1% | 6.6% | 49.0% | 13.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around DL9 4AY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.2% | 56.6% | 29.4% | 37.9% | 18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.4% | 34.7% | -30.7% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -5.1% |
| Widowed | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
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 (95.5%) 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 | 68.7% | 65.7% | -3.0% | 48.4% | 17.3% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 29.8% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -8.9% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
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 DL9 4AY this area, 6.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.3% | 6.8% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 25.4% | 10.6% | -14.8% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.7% | 16.7% | -7.0% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 9.7% | 7.0% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 32.7% | 15.8% | 16.9% | 15.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.2% | 22.7% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 5.9% | 0.9% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 6.3% | 7.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 5.6% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 2.3% | 0.2% | -2.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 83.5% | 82.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 1.0% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 82.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 82.3% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| European Union | 5% | 4.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.6% | 7.2% | 1.6% | 5.6% | 1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.3% | 82.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 9.3% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 1.4% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.4% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 40.3% | 46.2% | -5.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 4.1% | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hipswell Road was 274.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 269.0% higher than the Hipswell & Colburn average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hipswell Road has the highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Hipswell & Colburn and the 71st highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 93.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 58.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hipswell Croft Hipswell Road, Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,350,000 | 2017-09-14 | £1,768,671 |
| Park Cottage Hipswell Road, Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2015-01-16 | £473,457 |
| Park House Hipswell Road, Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2013-09-27 | £461,367 |
| Park Cottage Hipswell Road, Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2007-12-18 | £436,096 |
DL9 4AY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 280 |
| Part-Time Employee | 56 |
| Other | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 184 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hipswell Church of England Primary School Hipswell , DL9 4BB | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wavell Community Junior School Wavell Road , DL9 3BJ | 2out of 4 | 746 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catterick Garrison, Wavell Community Infant School Wavell Road , DL9 3BJ | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambrai Primary School Catterick Road , DL9 4BZ | - not rated | 888 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Catterick Garrison, Le Cateau Community Primary School Brough Road , DL9 4ED | 3out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risedale School Hipswell , DL9 4BD | 3out of 4 | 361 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond School Darlington Road , DL10 7BQ | 3out of 4 | 3,268 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Xavier School - a Joint Catholic and Church of England Voluntary Academy Darlington Road , DL10 7DA | 4out of 4 | 3,589 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Risedale Sports \& Community College | Risedale Community College, Hipswell Road | 264 yd | |
| Gaza Barracks | Richmond Road, North Yorkshire | 297 yd | |
| Asha Tandoori | 33 Shute Road, Catterick Garrison | 510 yd | |
| Fish \& Chips At 149 | 36 Richmond Road, Catterick Garrison | 534 yd | |
| KFC | Unit 21, Princes Gate Shopping Park | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxglove (Hungry Horse) | Unit 20, Princes Gate Shopping Park | 624 yd | |
| J T's | JTs Bar, 21 Hildyard Row | 839 yd | |
| Louis Bar | Mercury House, Kitchener Road | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delish | 46 Richmond Road, Catterick Garrison | 445 yd | |
| Happy House | 2 Shute Road, Catterick Garrison | 572 yd | |
| Little Buddha Nepalese Takeaway \& Restaurant | Little Buddha, 25 Hildyard Row | 787 yd | |
| Best Kebab | 17 Hildyard Row, Catterick Road | 837 yd | |
| Dales Burgers | 20 Hildyard Row, Catterick Road | 837 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Stores Ltd, 10 Richmond Road | 624 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | Unit 6, Princes Gate Shopping Park | 642 yd | |
| Tesco | Richmondshire Walk, Catterick Garrison | 724 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Risedale Sports & Community College | health and fitness suite | 337 yd |
| Risedale Sports & Community College (The Jaffa Playing Fields) | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Catterick Garrison Swimming Pool (Closed) Shute Road | swimming pool | 429 yd |
| Hipswell Road West Playing Fields RICHMOND ROAD | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Mons Road Playing Field (Closed) Richmond Road | grass pitches | 572 yd |
| Jutland Recreation Ground HIPSWELL LODGE HIPSWELL LODGE RICHMOND ROAD | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Beckwood Playing Field Richmond Road | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| Catterick Leisure Centre GOUGH ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 764 yd |
| St Oswalds Playing Field RICHMOND ROAD | grass pitches | 826 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.