Oak Farm Cottages is in Harrogate and in North Yorkshire district. HG2 7DL is located in the Stray, Woodlands & Hookstone 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 Oak Farm Cottages, Harrogate, HG2 7DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG2 7HT, HG2 7DN, HG2 7DD, HG2 7DJ, HG2 7DB, HG2 7HE, HG2 7HG, HG2 7ED, HG2 7DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HG2 7DL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 53% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 45.6% | 47% | 1.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.7% | 27.8% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 46% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 14.3% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 8% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.1% | 49.5% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 35.3% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 11.3% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.5% | 13.9% | -7.6% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.6% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 18.1% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 15.5% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 34% | 12.0% | 33.8% | 0.2% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.9% | 91.5% | -7.4% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 95.8% | 90.5% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3.5% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 90.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.5% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Farm Cottages was 51.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.8% lower than the Fairfax & Starbeck average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Oak Farm Cottages has the 29th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Fairfax & Starbeck and the 791st highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Oak Farm Cottages, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £402,000 | 2022-09-20 | £416,070 |
| 4 Oak Farm Cottages Hookstone Chase, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-08-13 | £374,582 |
| 4 Oak Farm Cottages Hookstone Chase, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £262,500 | 2019-11-08 | £332,950 |
| 6 Oak Farm Cottages, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2019-06-10 | £348,876 |
| 5 Oak Farm Cottages, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2017-11-03 | £349,362 |
HG2 7DL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hookstone Chase Primary School Hookstone Chase , HG2 7DJ | 3out of 4 | 223 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Tree Community Primary School Wetherby Road , HG2 7SG | 3out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Starbeck Primary Academy High Street , Starbeck HG2 7LL | 3out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Robert's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Ainsty Road , HG1 4AP | - not rated | 2,259 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Primary School Woodfield Road , HG1 4HZ | 3out of 4 | 2,734 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Hookstone Drive , HG2 8PT | 4out of 4 | 1,950 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate High School Ainsty Road , HG1 4AP | 3out of 4 | 2,025 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England High School Oatlands Drive , HG2 8JR | 4out of 4 | 2,284 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King James's School King James Road , HG5 8EB | 3out of 4 | 2,850 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Grammar School Arthurs Avenue , HG2 0DZ | 4out of 4 | 3,886 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwater School High Street , Starbeck HG2 7LW | 4out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Henshaws College Bogs Lane , HG1 4ED | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Harrogate 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | 4out of 4 | 2,967 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate Language Academy 8a Royal Parade , HG1 2SZ | - not rated | 3,702 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Forest School Park Lane , HG5 0DQ | - not rated | 3,761 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbeck Mission | Forest Avenue, Harrogate | 530 yd | |
| Claro Enterprises | Spa Road, Harrogate | 715 yd | |
| Eat @ No 3 | 3 Stonefall Avenue, Harrogate | 878 yd | |
| The Munch Box | 1 Camwal Road, Harrogate | 938 yd | |
| Spoilt | 14 High Street, Harrogate | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Hotel | 110 Wetherby Road, Harrogate | 942 yd | |
| Prince of Wales | 49 High Street, Harrogate | 960 yd | |
| The Office Ale House | 67B High Street, Harrogate | 998 yd | |
| Harrogate Railway Sports & Social Cl | Railway Athletic Football Club, Station View | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Chinese | 33A Stonefall Avenue, Harrogate | 878 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 1 Stonefall Avenue, Harrogate | 878 yd | |
| Portside Fish And Chips | 52 High Street, Harrogate | 895 yd | |
| KFC | 48 High Street, Harrogate | 895 yd | |
| Khans Harrogate | 42 High Street, Harrogate | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Plumpton Park, Harrogate | 288 yd | |
| Co-op | 56-58 High Street, Harrogate | 895 yd | |
| Tesco Express Supermarket | High Street, Harrogate | 946 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Wetherby Road, Harrogate | 1,015 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prospect Park SYCAMORE DRIVE | grass pitches | 517 yd |
| Starbeck Baths SPA LANE | swimming pool | 727 yd |
| Cats Field FOREST LANE | grass pitches | 1,088 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 308 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.