Duchy Road is in Harrogate and in North Yorkshire district. HG1 2ER is located in the Coppice Valley & Duchy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harrogate and Knaresborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Duchy Road, Harrogate, HG1 2ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG1 2LJ, HG1 2LH, HG1 2ES, HG1 2LF, HG1 2EY, HG1 2QX, HG1 2FA, HG1 2LL, HG1 2LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HG1 2ER has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents 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 | 49.7% | 49% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 50.3% | 51% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 HG1 2ER there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% 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 | 25.8% | 23.8% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 57.4% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8% | 5.8% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 8.1% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 63.5% | 58.2% | -5.3% | 48.4% | 9.8% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 30.3% | 3.6% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 HG1 2ER this area, 6.9% 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 57.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 6.9% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.7% | 6% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 12.4% | 0.3% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 12.8% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 52.3% | 57.3% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 23.5% |
| Other | 7.6% | 2.3% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 94.7% | 93.8% | -0.9% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 84% | 90.8% | 6.8% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 8.8% | 4.2% | -4.6% | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.6% | 90.4% | 6.8% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 7.5% | 5.4% | -2.1% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 1.5% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.5% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 3% | 13.5% | -10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.7% | 37.2% | 1.5% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Duchy Road was 29.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.9% lower than the Coppice Valley & Duchy average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Duchy Road has the 26th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Coppice Valley & Duchy and the 789th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 89.5%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 34 Duchy Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-03-25 | £264,733 |
| Flat 3 34 Duchy Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-09-09 | £177,147 |
| The Coach House, 22B Duchy Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,065,000 | 2024-03-11 | £1,119,784 |
| 30 Duchy Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £2,200,000 | 2023-03-10 | £2,289,613 |
| 42 Duchy Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £985,000 | 2021-01-22 | £1,145,245 |
HG1 2ER area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
HG1 2ER area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 HG1 2ER area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Other | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Real estate activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Primary School Cold Bath Road , HG2 0NA | 4out of 4 | 910 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coppice Valley Primary School Knapping Hill , HG1 2DN | 3out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Harrogate, A Voluntary Academy Coppice Rise , HG1 2DP | 4out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltergate Community Junior School Newby Crescent , HG3 2TT | 2out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltergate Infant School Newby Crescent , HG3 2TT | 3out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrogate Grammar School Arthurs Avenue , HG2 0DZ | 4out of 4 | 1,752 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England High School Oatlands Drive , HG2 8JR | 4out of 4 | 2,340 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate High School Ainsty Road , HG1 4AP | 3out of 4 | 2,355 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossett School Green Lane , HG2 9JP | 2out of 4 | 2,513 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Hookstone Drive , HG2 8PT | 4out of 4 | 2,979 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrogate Ladies' College Clarence Drive , Harrogate HG1 2QG | - not rated | 194 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Harrogate Language Academy 8a Royal Parade , HG1 2SZ | - not rated | 671 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brackenfield School 128 Duchy Road , HG1 2HE | - not rated | 1,073 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Harrogate 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | 4out of 4 | 1,522 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashville College Green Lane , HG2 9JP | - not rated | 2,782 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Efes Bar And Grill | 28A Swan Road, Harrogate | 470 yd | |
| Lucia Wine Bar & Grill | 3 Ripon Road, Harrogate | 478 yd | |
| David Lloyd Leisure | David Lloyd Harrogate, Oakdale Place | 500 yd | |
| &...Harrogate | 3 Royal Parade, Harrogate | 594 yd | |
| Hoxton North | 1 Royal Parade, Harrogate | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hales Bar | 1 Crescent Road, Harrogate | 542 yd | |
| Best Bar | 54 Parliament Street, Harrogate | 635 yd | |
| The Montpellier | 14 Montpellier Parade, Harrogate | 688 yd | |
| Major Tom's | 1 The Ginnel, Harrogate | 690 yd | |
| Hidden Bar & Pizzeria | 1A The Ginnel, Harrogate | 699 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pantry At Windsor House | Room 323, Windsor House | 452 yd | |
| Bambinos | 6 Kings Road, Harrogate | 644 yd | |
| Falafel Hut | 8 Kings Road, Harrogate | 644 yd | |
| Pizza Tazza | 10 Kings Road, Harrogate | 644 yd | |
| Greggs | 7 Cambridge Road, Harrogate | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | The Co-Operative Food, Grantley Drive | 770 yd | |
| Tesco | 2-3 Nidderdale House, Cambridge Road | 867 yd | |
| Co-op | Oakdale Service Station, Ripon Road | 1,039 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harrogate Ladies College CLARENCE DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 92 yd |
| Oakdale Golf Club Oakdale | golf | 352 yd |
| Advantage Health Club (Harrogate) RIPON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 521 yd |
| David Lloyd Harrogate NORWOOD GROVE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool, tennis courts | 524 yd |
| The Club And Spa At The Majestic Hotel Harrogate RIPON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 590 yd |
| The Hydro STONEBECK AVENUE | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Valley Gardens 2 SOVEREIGN HOUSE 2 SOVEREIGN HOUSE SOVEREIGN PARK | tennis courts | 788 yd |
| The Hydro (Pool & Fitness Centre) JENNY FIELD DRIVE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 814 yd |
| Jennyfield Styan Community Centre GRANTLEY DRIVE | 924 yd | |
| Gambaru Fitness STATION PARADE | health and fitness suite | 1,013 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 30.0% |
| 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 | 79 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.