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Haywra Street is in Harrogate and in North Yorkshire district. HG1 5BJ is located in the High Harrogate & Kingsley 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 Haywra Street, Harrogate, HG1 5BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: HG1 5BW, HG1 5BQ, HG1 5BG, HG1 5SP, HG1 1UF, HG1 5LQ, HG1 1BE, HG1 1UE, HG1 1BA.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HG1 5BJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female51.1%48.5%-2.6% 51.0% -2.5%
Male48.9%51.5%2.6% 49.0% 2.5%

Partnership Status

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 HG1 5BJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single43.3%55%11.7% 37.9% 17.1%
Married: Opposite sex29.1%24.6%-4.5% 44.2% -19.6%
Married: Same sex0.8%0%-0.8% 0.3% -0.3%
Separated2.3%2.6%0.3% 2.2% 0.4%
Divorced11.9%7.3%-4.6% 9.1% -1.8%
Widowed12.6%10.5%-2.1% 6.1% 4.4%

Health

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 (85.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health41.7%53.9%12.2% 48.4% 5.5%
Good health39.8%32%-7.8% 33.6% -1.6%
Fair health14.6%10.7%-3.9% 12.7% -2.0%
Bad health3.2%2.7%-0.5% 4.0% -1.3%
Very bad health0.6%0.8%0.2% 1.2% -0.4%

Education and Qualifications

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications15.3%16.1%0.8% 18.2% -2.1%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 12.6%3.8%-8.8% 9.6% -5.8%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels18.4%15.2%-3.2% 13.4% 1.8%
Apprenticeship1.1%3.5%2.4% 5.3% -1.8%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels9.6%15.8%6.2% 16.9% -1.1%
Degree or Similar31.8%39.8%8.0% 33.8% 6.0%
Other11.1%5.8%-5.3% 2.8% 3.0%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese2.9%0.3%-2.6% 0.7% -0.4%
Indian0.3%2.1%1.8% 3.1% -1.0%
Pakistani0%1.1%1.1% 2.7% -1.6%
Other Asian2.3%1.9%-0.4% 1.6% 0.3%
Black African2.6%1.6%-1.0% 2.5% -0.9%
Black Caribbean0%1.1%1.1% 1.0% 0.1%
Other Black1.9%0.3%-1.6% 0.5% -0.2%
Mixed White and Asian2.3%0.8%-1.5% 0.8% 0.0%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.3%0%-0.3% 0.9% -0.9%
Mixed Other0.3%1.1%0.8% 0.8% 0.3%
White86.4%86.6%0.2% 81.4% 5.2%
Roma0%0.8%0.8% 0.2% 0.6%
Arab0%0.5%0.5% 0.6% -0.1%
Other0.6%1.9%1.3% 1.6% 0.3%

Country of Birth

In this area, 66.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom74.8%66.3%-8.5% 83.2% -16.9%
European Union13.3%18.3%5.0% 6.1% 12.2%
Rest of Europe0.6%2.9%2.3% 0.8% 2.1%
Africa1%2.4%1.4% 2.7% -0.3%
Middle East and Asia4.5%6.1%1.6% 5.6% 0.5%
The Americas and the Caribbean5.5%4%-1.5% 1.3% 2.7%
Oceania0.3%0%-0.3% 0.3% -0.3%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK74.4%66.7%-7.7% 83.2% -16.5%
10+ Years8.4%9.6%1.2% 9.8% -0.2%
5-10 Years6.8%8%1.2% 2.9% 5.1%
2-5 Years4.5%9.9%5.4% 2.2% 7.7%
Less than 2 years5.8%5.9%0.1% 1.9% 4.0%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom65.2% 76.7% -11.5%
Ireland0.5% 0.6% -0.1%
France1.6% 0.3% 1.3%
Italy1.1% 0.6% 0.5%
Spain1.3% 0.4% 0.9%
Lithuania1.1% 0.3% 0.8%
Poland5.1% 1.3% 3.8%
Romania4.3% 0.9% 3.4%
Other EU countries6.1% 1.5% 4.6%
Turkey0.5% 0.1% 0.4%
Other Europe0.8% 0.2% 0.6%
North Africa0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
Central and Western Africa0.5% 0.3% 0.2%
South and Eastern Africa0.5% 0.2% 0.3%
Middle East0.5% 0.1% 0.4%
Eastern Asia0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Southern Asia2.7% 1.2% 1.5%
North America and the Caribbean1.9% 0.3% 1.6%
No passport held5.9% 13.5% -7.6%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion42.8% 37.2% 5.6%
Christian46.5% 46.2% 0.3%
Buddhist0.3% 0.5% -0.2%
Hindu1.1% 1.7% -0.6%
Muslim2.7% 6.5% -3.8%
Sikh0.3% 0.9% -0.6%
Not answered6.4% 6.0% 0.4%

Safety

Is Haywra Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Haywra Street was 230.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 571.8% higher than the Harlow & St. Georges average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Haywra Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Harlow & St. Georges and the 91st highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 88.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.5%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£52,800
Income Rank
8/10

Household Income in HG1 5BJ, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Haywra Street are based on 41 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for North Yorkshire.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Haywra Street, Harrogate, HG1 5BJ

Estimated Average Property Prices for HG1 5BJ

Average Price
£296,067
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
£356,469
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£193,804
Other
£3,607

Estimated Average Property Prices for Haywra Street

Average Price
£314,632
Semi-Detached
no sales
Terraced
£362,522
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£184,232
Other
£3,640

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Haywra Street

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
12 Haywra Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£320,0002023-03-03 £335,505
11 Haywra Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£365,0002023-02-28 £374,576
Ground Floor Apartment & Basement Forester House, 4 Haywra Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£250,0002022-04-28 £257,277
5 Haywra Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£215,0002022-01-10 £234,357
19 Haywra Street, Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Terraced, an established residential building
£350,0002021-04-30 £405,872
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for HG1 5BJ

Employment

HG1 5BJ 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee165
Retired66
Part-Time Employee36
Self-Employed31
Unemployed12
Long-Term Sick or disabled10
Other8
Student (economically inactive)8
Full-Time Student (with or without job)7
Looking after home or family0

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles29
Human health and social work activities21
Accommodation and food service activities20
Manufacturing12
Professional, scientific and technical activities10
Other10
Real estate activities9
Administrative and support service activities9
Education8
Construction7
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security7
Information and communication6
Transport and storage5
Financial and insurance activities5

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Belford Road , HG1 1JA
3out of 4 624 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Harrogate, Grove Road Community Primary School
Grove Road , HG1 5EP
3out of 4 739 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Western Primary School
Cold Bath Road , HG2 0NA
4out of 4 963 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Coppice Valley Primary School
Knapping Hill , HG1 2DN
3out of 4 1,067 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Harrogate, Bilton Grange Primary School
Bilton Lane , HG1 3BA
3out of 4 1,311 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Harrogate High School
Ainsty Road , HG1 4AP
3out of 4 1,333 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
St Aidan's Church of England High School
Oatlands Drive , HG2 8JR
4out of 4 1,349 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Harrogate Grammar School
Arthurs Avenue , HG2 0DZ
4out of 4 1,593 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St John Fisher Catholic High School
Hookstone Drive , HG2 8PT
4out of 4 1,980 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Rossett School
Green Lane , HG2 9JP
2out of 4 2,522 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Harrogate Language Academy
8a Royal Parade , HG1 2SZ
- not rated 634 yd Miscellaneous Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Springwell Harrogate
59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP
4out of 4 800 yd Academy alternative provision converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Harrogate Ladies' College
Clarence Drive , Harrogate HG1 2QG
- not rated 918 yd Other independent school Yes Girls More About School
Brackenfield School
128 Duchy Road , HG1 2HE
- not rated 2,019 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Henshaws College
Bogs Lane , HG1 4ED
- not rated 2,653 yd Special post 16 institution Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Brunch Club9 Bower Street, Harrogate58 yd
Nibble & Nosh11 Station Parade, Harrogate102 yd
Nutrition Joe's4 - 5 Baines House, Harrogate104 yd
The Secret BakeryStation Parade, Harrogate131 yd
Fabulous 50's Diner15A Bower Road, Harrogate135 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
North Bar2C & 2D Oxford Buildings, Cheltenham Parade188 yd
The Disappearing Chin38 Beulah Street, Harrogate194 yd
Harrogate Theatre3 Garrick Buildings, Oxford Street242 yd
Kings Club1 Oxford Street, Harrogate248 yd
Harrogate TapHarrogate Railway Station, Station Parade270 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Doner Craftery2 Bower Street, Harrogate58 yd
Chico's4B-4C Commercial Street, Harrogate167 yd
I am Doner30 Station Parade, Harrogate171 yd
Sweet Pearl House15 Commercial Street, Harrogate198 yd
Jimmy's Kitchen58A Station Parade, Harrogate202 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
AsdaBower Road, Harrogate141 yd
Tesco2-3 Nidderdale House, Cambridge Road334 yd
Waitrose Limited87-93 Station Parade, Harrogate590 yd
All Nations Supermarket81 Skipton Road, Harrogate964 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Gambaru Fitness
STATION PARADE
health and fitness suite103 yd
The Club And Spa At The Majestic Hotel Harrogate
RIPON ROAD
health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts558 yd
Advantage Health Club (Harrogate)
RIPON ROAD
health and fitness suite, swimming pool596 yd
Pure Gym (Harrogate)
TOWER STREET
health and fitness suite722 yd
The Stray
YORK PLACE
grass pitches866 yd
Harrogate Ladies College
CLARENCE DRIVE
grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts1,032 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 95.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 95.0%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 95.0%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 95.0%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s5.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed22.3 Mbit/s
Average download speed84.5 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed350 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed350 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed1.3 Mbit/s
Average upload speed8.1 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed35 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.