Park Square is in Masham, Ripon and in North Yorkshire district. HG4 4HG 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 Park Square, Masham, Ripon, HG4 4HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG4 4HF, HG4 4DR, HG4 4HE, HG4 4EA, HG4 4EB, HG4 4ED, HG4 4HD, HG4 4DX, HG4 4EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HG4 4HG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 53.8% | 54.7% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 46.2% | 45.3% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 | 25% | 20.7% | -4.3% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.3% | 37.3% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 17.8% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 8.7% |
| Widowed | 20.2% | 17.8% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 11.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 28.3% | 33% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 37% | 33.5% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 28.3% | 23.1% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 10.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 7.7% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 HG4 4HG this area, 28.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.9% | 28.7% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 10.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 11.4% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 9.6% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4.2% | 9.6% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -7.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 31.1% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.6% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.4% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 98.9% 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 | 93.5% | 98.9% | 5.4% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 1.1% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 93.5% | 98.9% | 5.4% | 83.2% | 15.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.5% | 37.2% | -18.7% |
| Christian | 75.8% | 46.2% | 29.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Square was 17.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.4% lower than the Masham & Fountains average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Park Square has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Masham & Fountains and the 413th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Park Square, Ripon, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2017-10-24 | £325,879 |
| 14 Park Square, Ripon, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2016-01-19 | £259,042 |
| 14 Park Square, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2000-05-24 | £662,989 |
| 14 Park Square, Ripon, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 1998-05-18 | £758,148 |
HG4 4HG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HG4 4HG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Education | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 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 | 360 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grewelthorpe Church of England Primary School Cross Hills , Grewelthorpe HG4 3BH | 3out of 4 | 4,862 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, West Tanfield Mowbray Terrace , West Tanfield HG4 5JN | 3out of 4 | 5,222 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School Thornton Watlass , HG4 4AH | 3out of 4 | 5,233 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harrys Fish & Chips | 10 Market Place, Masham | 93 yd | |
| Where There's Smoke | 7 Silver Street, Masham | 135 yd | |
| Bordar House Teas | 13 Market Place, Masham | 158 yd | |
| Bruce Arms | 3 Little Market Place, Masham | 159 yd | |
| Johnny Baghdads Cafe on The Square | 52 Market Place, Masham | 202 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Horse Inn | 5 Silver Street, Masham | 135 yd | |
| The White Bear Country Inn | The White Bear, Crosshills | 319 yd | |
| Masham Golf Club | Masham, North Yorkshire | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lunchbox | 12 Market Place, Masham | 97 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 7 Leyburn Road, Masham | 215 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Masham Town Hall LITTLE MARKET PLACE | 203 yd | |
| Masham Sports Association LITTLE MARKET PLACE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 234 yd |
| Masham Golf Club | golf | 1,016 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.