Park Road is in Spofforth, Harrogate and in North Yorkshire district. HG3 1BL is located in the Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Selby and Ainsty. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Road, Spofforth, Harrogate, HG3 1BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG3 1BF, HG3 1BN, HG3 1BS, HG3 1BW, HG3 1BH, HG3 1DB, HG3 1BP, HG3 1BQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HG3 1BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 HG3 1BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.8% 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 | 19.4% | 20.3% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -17.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.1% | 60.8% | -8.3% | 44.2% | 16.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 8.8% | 4.1% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 5% | 7.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 (88.8%) 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 | 53.5% | 58.4% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 10.0% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 30.4% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 9.5% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
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 43.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.3% | 12.1% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 5.4% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 15.8% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.4% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 17.1% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.2% | 43.6% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 9.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 94.2% | 93.3% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 93.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.6% | 37.2% | -10.6% |
| Christian | 69.5% | 46.2% | 23.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Road was 20.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.3% lower than the Oatlands & Pannal average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Park Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Oatlands & Pannal and the 478th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside House Park Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £622,500 | 2020-12-11 | £725,422 |
| High Gable Park Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £437,500 | 2015-11-16 | £597,761 |
| Langcliffe Close Park Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2015-01-02 | £1,101,730 |
| Langcliffe Close Park Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £635,000 | 2008-10-31 | £964,294 |
| High Gable Park Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £294,250 | 2003-11-14 | £574,997 |
HG3 1BL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
HG3 1BL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spofforth Church of England Controlled Primary School School Lane , Spofforth HG3 1BA | 3out of 4 | 385 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sicklinghall Community Primary School Main Street , LS22 4BD | 3out of 4 | 2,664 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Follifoot Church of England Primary School Main Street , Follifoot HG3 1DU | 3out of 4 | 3,125 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deighton Gates Primary School Deighton Road , LS22 7XL | 3out of 4 | 4,297 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England School Main Street , Kirkby Overblow HG3 1HD | 3out of 4 | 4,445 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wetherby High School Hallfield Lane , LS22 6JS | 3out of 4 | 5,387 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Castle Inn | 35 High Street, Spofforth | 255 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spofforth Cricket Club BRIDGE COTTAGE BRIDGE COTTAGE SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 520 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 | 76 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.