Kirkby Drive is in Ripon and in North Yorkshire district. HG4 2DP 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 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kirkby Drive, Ripon, HG4 2DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG4 2DS, HG4 2DR, HG4 2HF, HG4 2DY, HG4 2HS, HG4 2HG, HG4 2HH, HG4 2DJ, HG4 2HW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HG4 2DP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 51.4% | 52.7% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 48.6% | 47.3% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 HG4 2DP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.4% 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 | 18.4% | 16.3% | -2.1% | 37.9% | -21.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.3% | 67.4% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 23.2% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 7.2% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 9% | 7.8% | -1.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.6% | 48% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 34.2% | -4.9% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 13.5% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18% | 14.2% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 6.8% | -4.1% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12.6% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 5.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 15.9% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 43% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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 | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.5% | 91.6% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 96.2% | 91.9% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 4.9% | 3.6% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 92.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.4% | 37.2% | -14.8% |
| Christian | 69.2% | 46.2% | 23.0% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kirkby Drive was 24.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.5% lower than the Ripon Ure Bank & Spa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kirkby Drive has the 5th lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Ripon Ure Bank & Spa and the 650th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Kirkby Drive, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-08-30 | £447,938 |
| 17 Kirkby Drive, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-07-19 | £478,183 |
| 13 Kirkby Drive, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-05-14 | £456,776 |
| 11 Kirkby Drive, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-05-14 | £456,776 |
| 51 Kirkby Drive, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £383,000 | 2024-04-20 | £411,636 |
HG4 2DP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HG4 2DP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 123 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School Church Lane , HG4 2ES | 4out of 4 | 801 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Junior School Church Lane , HG4 2ES | 3out of 4 | 817 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Infant School Trinity Lane , HG4 2AL | 2out of 4 | 939 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ripon Cathedral Church of England Primary School Priest Lane , HG4 1LT | 3out of 4 | 1,732 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorside Primary School & Nursery Harrogate Road , HG4 1SU | 3out of 4 | 1,846 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 | 225 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Ripon Clotherholme Road , HG4 2DE | 4out of 4 | 510 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 | 1,405 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red House | 41 Palace Road, Ripon | 950 yd | |
| Cafe Gelato | 59 North Street, Ripon | 985 yd | |
| Sun Parlour Cafe | Park Street, Ripon | 989 yd | |
| Valentino's Restaurant | 14 Westgate, Ripon | 1,051 yd | |
| Realitea Tearoom & Espresso Bar | 84 North Street, Ripon | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storehouse Bar & Eatery | The Warehouse, Blossomgate | 882 yd | |
| Ripon Rugby Club | Mallorie Park Drive, Ripon | 945 yd | |
| White Horse | 61 North Street, Ripon | 983 yd | |
| Black Swan | 21 Westgate, Ripon | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Street Fisheries | Harry Bells, 62-63 North Street | 983 yd | |
| Barbecue Kebab | 11 Westgate, Ripon | 1,051 yd | |
| Giannis Pizzeria Ltd | 27 Westgate, Ripon | 1,071 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 82 North Street, Ripon | 1,071 yd | |
| The GreenHouse Ripon | 11 North Street, Ripon | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booths | 9 Marshall Way, Ripon | 981 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ripon Grammar School CLOTHERHOLME ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 163 yd |
| Outwood Academy Ripon CLOTHERHOLME ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 488 yd |
| St Wilfrid'S Catholic Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| Ripon Cricket Club STUDLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 749 yd |
| Spa Park PARK STREET | tennis courts | 790 yd |
| Ripon Rugby Union Football Club MALLORIE PARK DRIVE | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Ripon City Afc Mallorie Park Drive | grass pitches | 921 yd |
| Ripon Spa Baths PARK STREET | swimming pool | 947 yd |
| Core Fitness 5-7 5-7 MARSHALL WAY | health and fitness suite | 963 yd |
| Claro Barracks CLARO BARRACKS CLARO BARRACKS CHATHAM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 977 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 | 63.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 63.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 63.0% |
| 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 | 55.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.