North Street is in Ripon and in North Yorkshire district. HG4 1HJ is located in the Ripon Ure Bank & Spa 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 North Street, Ripon, HG4 1HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG4 1EN, HG4 1EP, HG4 1DF, HG4 1EW, HG4 2HZ, HG4 2HY, HG4 2JA, HG4 2AB, HG4 2JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HG4 1HJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 41.5% | 34.2% | -7.3% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.2% | 34.9% | 6.7% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 16.9% | 19.5% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 10.4% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 9.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 39% | 33.1% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -15.3% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 40.6% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 21.7% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 9.0% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 3.4% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 28.2% | 23% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 10.1% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 8.8% | -5.0% | 13.4% | -4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 14.9% | 10.3% | 5.3% | 9.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 15.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 27.7% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 7.7% | 0% | -7.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.9% | 97.7% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 85.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 85.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 9.7% | 9.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.4% | 85.6% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 2.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 9.2% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.6% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.7% | 76.7% | -1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| No passport held | 13.3% | 13.5% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Street was 474.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 538.8% higher than the Ripon Minster & Moorside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Ripon Minster & Moorside and the 36th highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 173.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Station North Street, Ripon, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £345,800 | 2020-10-30 | £402,890 |
| Majestic Wine, 30 North Street, Ripon, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £1,063,984 | 2019-12-11 | £1,230,932 |
| Police Station North Street, Ripon, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2018-03-01 | £907,703 |
| North Lodge North Street, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £860,000 | 2009-07-31 | £1,421,885 |
| 30 North Street, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2006-04-28 | £853,022 |
HG4 1HJ 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 | 60 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity CofE Infant School Trinity Lane , HG4 2AL | 2out of 4 | 187 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Junior School Church Lane , HG4 2ES | 3out of 4 | 406 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Church Lane , HG4 2ES | 4out of 4 | 536 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripon Cathedral Church of England Primary School Priest Lane , HG4 1LT | 3out of 4 | 743 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Primary School & Nursery Harrogate Road , HG4 1SU | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripon Grammar School Clotherholme Road , HG4 2DG | 4out of 4 | 992 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Ripon Clotherholme Road , HG4 2DE | 4out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Spring Hill Palace Road , HG4 3HN | - not rated | 1,787 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Gelato | 59 North Street, Ripon | 66 yd | |
| Realitea Tearoom & Espresso Bar | 84 North Street, Ripon | 190 yd | |
| Oliver's Pantry | 86B North Street, Ripon | 190 yd | |
| Storehouse Kitchen Ltd | 83 North Street, North Street | 212 yd | |
| The Hive | 20 Fishergate, Ripon | 261 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Horse | 61 North Street, Ripon | 58 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | 69-70 Allhallowgate, Ripon | 203 yd | |
| The Magdalens | 26 Princess Road, Ripon | 268 yd | |
| Hornblower Tavern | 3 Old Market Place, Ripon | 275 yd | |
| Storehouse Bar & Eatery | The Warehouse, Blossomgate | 353 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Street Fisheries | Harry Bells, 62-63 North Street | 58 yd | |
| The GreenHouse Ripon | 11 North Street, Ripon | 171 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 82 North Street, Ripon | 190 yd | |
| Drakes | 11 Finkle Street, Ripon | 217 yd | |
| Greggs | 18 Market Place, Ripon | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booths | 9 Marshall Way, Ripon | 324 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 5 Market Place, Ripon | 369 yd | |
| Aldi | 34 Stonebridgegate, Ripon | 413 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit 1, St Michaels Retail Park | 614 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Core Fitness 5-7 5-7 MARSHALL WAY | health and fitness suite | 304 yd |
| Intrim Queen Street | health and fitness suite | 327 yd |
| Ripon Spa Baths PARK STREET | swimming pool | 498 yd |
| Spa Park PARK STREET | tennis courts | 604 yd |
| St Wilfrid'S Catholic Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 605 yd |
| Origin Health Club THE ATRIUM HEALTH AND LEISURE CLUB THE ATRIUM HEALTH AND LEISURE CLUB RIVER VIEW ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 717 yd |
| Ripon Rugby Union Football Club MALLORIE PARK DRIVE | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Ripon City Afc Mallorie Park Drive | grass pitches | 915 yd |
| Ripon Cricket Club STUDLEY ROAD | 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 | 90.0% |
| 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 | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.