Swarcliffe is in Birstwith, Harrogate and in North Yorkshire district. HG3 2JG is located in the Washburn & Birstwith electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Skipton and Ripon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swarcliffe, Birstwith, Harrogate, HG3 2JG 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. The local area around HG3 2JG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.9% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.1% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of HG3 2JG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.7% 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 | 18.8% | 20.3% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -17.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.6% | 67.7% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 23.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 7.7% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 (89.7%) 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 | 55.2% | 66% | 10.8% | 48.4% | 17.6% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 23.7% | -9.6% | 33.6% | -9.9% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 8.3% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -4.4% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 HG3 2JG this area, 8.3% 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 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.8% | 8.3% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 9.2% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.3% | 15.3% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 14.1% | 2.1% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.5% | 49.5% | 7.0% | 33.8% | 15.7% |
| Other | 6.5% | 0% | -6.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.6% | 99% | 4.4% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 87.1% | 97.7% | 10.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 11% | 0.3% | -10.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.9% | 97.7% | 10.8% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 6.6% | 1.8% | -4.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.7% | 0.5% | -4.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 76.7% | 17.3% |
| No passport held | 6% | 13.5% | -7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 61% | 46.2% | 14.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swarcliffe was 24.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.8% lower than the Masham & Fountains average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swarcliffe has the 39th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Masham & Fountains and the 622nd lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.6%.
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.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Swarcliffe, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2023-09-29 | £1,280,060 |
| Hunters Box Swarcliffe, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £1,875,000 | 2023-02-06 | £1,869,335 |
| Orchard Cottage Swarcliffe, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2016-09-09 | £1,030,133 |
| Knowle House Swarcliffe, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,434,100 | 2011-09-30 | £2,187,538 |
| Home Farm Cottage Swarcliffe, Harrogate, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2010-11-25 | £786,154 |
HG3 2JG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 23% 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 2JG 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.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Other | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birstwith Church of England Primary School Wreaks Road , Birstwith HG3 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 788 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kettlesing Felliscliffe Community Primary School Kettlesing , HG3 2LB | 3out of 4 | 2,279 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampsthwaite Church of England Primary School Church Lane , Hampsthwaite HG3 2EZ | 4out of 4 | 2,815 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Long Church of England Primary School Admirals Way , Burnt Yates HG3 3EJ | 2out of 4 | 2,880 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darley Community Primary School Main Street , Darley HG3 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 3,084 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Grosvenor School Swarcliffe Hall , Birstwith HG3 2JG | - not rated | 242 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont Grosvenor School Swarcliffe | swimming pool | 123 yd |
| Birstwith Tennis Club TENNIS COURTS TENNIS COURTS WREAKS ROAD | tennis courts | 961 yd |
| Belmont Grosvenor School Sports Field PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD WREAKS ROAD | grass pitches | 995 yd |
| Birstwith Cricket Ground CRICKET GROUND CRICKET GROUND WREAKS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,032 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 | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| 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.