Newby Close is in Ripon and in North Yorkshire district. HG4 1SJ is located in the Ripon Minster & Moorside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Skipton and Ripon. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Newby Close, Ripon, HG4 1SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG4 1QH, HG4 1QQ, HG4 1QJ, HG4 1QN, HG4 1QE, HG4 1QB, HG4 1QF, HG4 1AQ, HG4 1NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HG4 1SJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.8% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.2% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 31.3% | 32.4% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.6% | 43.1% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -1.1% |
| Separated | 6.1% | 4.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 13.4% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 6.5% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 45.4% | 45.7% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -2.7% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 32.8% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 16.4% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.1% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 25.7% | 24.4% | -1.3% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 9.7% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 12.4% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.5% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 17.1% | 3.6% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 30.9% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -2.9% |
| Other | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 97.7% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 93% | 88.8% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 7.3% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 89.8% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.6% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newby Close was 69.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.2% lower than the Ripon Minster & Moorside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newby Close has the 10th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Ripon Minster & Moorside and the 552nd highest crime rate of 2,067 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Newby Close, Ripon, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2019-03-01 | £196,843 |
| 9 Newby Close, Ripon, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2018-09-07 | £200,935 |
| 8 Newby Close, Ripon, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2012-08-10 | £152,190 |
| 10 Newby Close, Ripon, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2009-07-17 | £195,744 |
| 2 Newby Close, Ripon, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2009-06-12 | £209,356 |
HG4 1SJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skellfield Nursery School College Road , HG4 2QX | - not rated | 1,496 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripon Cathedral Church of England Primary School Priest Lane , HG4 1LT | 3out of 4 | 643 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Infant School Harrogate Road , HG4 1SU | - not rated | 853 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Primary School & Nursery Harrogate Road , HG4 1SU | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Primary Academy Greystone Quarry Moor Lane , HG4 1RW | 3out of 4 | 965 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripon, Greystone Community Primary School Quarry Moor Lane , HG4 1RW | - not rated | 965 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Ripon Clotherholme Road , HG4 2DE | 3out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripon College Clotherholme Road , HG4 2DE | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripon Grammar School Clotherholme Road , HG4 2DG | 3out of 4 | 1,780 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripon Cathedral Choir School Whitcliffe Lane , HG4 2LA | - not rated | 1,279 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Hill School Palace Road , HG4 3HN | - not rated | 2,811 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Spring Hill Palace Road , HG4 3HN | - not rated | 2,959 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Of Zeus Limited | Unit 3, 80 Bondgate | 226 yd | |
| Cathedral View Cafe | 2 Bedern Bank, Ripon | 536 yd | |
| The Old Deanery | Minster Road, Ripon | 583 yd | |
| Portofino Ristorante | 8 Kirkgate, Ripon | 593 yd | |
| Uno Momento | 8 Kirkgate, Ripon | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Navigation Inn | The Navigation Inn, 1 Canal Road | 162 yd | |
| The Water Rat | 24 Bondgate Green, Ripon | 269 yd | |
| The Portly Pig | 5B Kirkgate, Ripon | 610 yd | |
| Ripon Conservative Club | 1 Water Skellgate, Ripon | 653 yd | |
| Wetherspoons The Unicorn Hotel | 2 Market Place, Ripon | 759 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Forge Sandwich Shop Ltd | Canal Wharf, Bondgate Green | 209 yd | |
| Southgate Fisheries | 36 Southgate, Ripon | 258 yd | |
| Bondgate Fisheries | Red Rose Cottage, 10 Bondgate Green | 269 yd | |
| Double Luck | 7 Kirkgate, Ripon | 604 yd | |
| Zorro Pizza | 1 Kirkgate, Ripon | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 5 Market Place, Ripon | 759 yd | |
| Booths | 9 Marshall Way, Ripon | 927 yd | |
| Aldi | 34 Stonebridgegate, Ripon | 1,005 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Unit 1, St Michaels Retail Park | 1,054 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ripon Leisure Centre DALLAMIRES LANE | health and fitness suite | 275 yd |
| Camp Close Football Pitch AISMUNDERBY CLOSE | grass pitches | 291 yd |
| Intrim Queen Street | health and fitness suite | 792 yd |
| Ripon Spa Baths PARK STREET | swimming pool | 904 yd |
| Core Fitness 5-7 5-7 MARSHALL WAY | health and fitness suite | 954 yd |
| Spa Park PARK STREET | tennis courts | 1,058 yd |
| Ripon City Afc Mallorie Park Drive | grass pitches | 1,060 yd |
| Ripon Rugby Union Football Club MALLORIE PARK DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.