HG4 4BS is in Masham, Ripon and North Yorkshire district. HG4 4BS is located in the Masham & Fountains 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 Masham, Ripon, HG4 4BS 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 area surrounding HG4 4BS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.5% | 49.7% | 3.2% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 53.5% | 50.3% | -3.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 4BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% 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 | 32% | 25.6% | -6.4% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 58.6% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 9% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49% | 53.7% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 41% | 27.2% | -13.8% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 13.6% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 0.5% | 4.3% | 3.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 21.9% | 18.5% | -3.4% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 5.9% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 14.1% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 7.4% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 19.3% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.4% | 34.1% | 5.7% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 8.9% | 0.7% | -8.2% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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 | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 92.5% | 91.9% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 94.5% 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% | 94.5% | 7.5% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 8.5% | 2.5% | -6.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 0.6% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.5% | 94.5% | 8.0% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 5.5% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80% | 76.7% | 3.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around HG4 4BS was 18.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.7% lower than the Masham & Fountains average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
HG4 4BS has the 26th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Masham & Fountains and the 446th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.6%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Burton Farm, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 1998-04-03 | £1,623,954 |
HG4 4BS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% 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.
HG4 4BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masham CofE VA Primary School Masham , Market Place HG4 4EG | 3out of 4 | 2,210 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School Thornton Watlass , HG4 4AH | 3out of 4 | 3,045 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Snape Community Primary School Ings Lane , DL8 2TF | 3out of 4 | 5,022 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 50.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.