Aspin Oval is in Knaresborough and in North Yorkshire district. HG5 8EL is located in the Knaresborough West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Harrogate and Knaresborough. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Aspin Oval, Knaresborough, HG5 8EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG5 8EN, HG5 8EP, HG5 8EW, HG5 8EX, HG5 8EJ, HG5 8HP, HG5 8HN, HG5 8HF, HG5 8EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HG5 8EL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.2% 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% | 55.2% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 4.2% |
| Male | 47% | 44.8% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -4.2% |
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 HG5 8EL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.5% 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 | 13% | 15.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -22.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.3% | 65.5% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 21.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 5.6% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 12.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.1% | 45.5% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 39.8% | 8.4% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 11.1% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -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 | 14.5% | 12.4% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 7.6% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 12.8% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 14.4% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.9% | 42% | 1.1% | 33.8% | 8.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 97.5% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 97.5% | 97.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.1% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24% | 37.2% | -13.2% |
| Christian | 70.6% | 46.2% | 24.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Aspin Oval was 3.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.9% lower than the Boroughbridge & Claro average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Aspin Oval has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Boroughbridge & Claro and the 23rd lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Aspin Oval, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £530,500 | 2025-05-21 | £550,924 |
| 64 Aspin Oval, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2025-03-25 | £525,302 |
| 46 Aspin Oval, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-04-25 | £456,776 |
| 32 Aspin Oval, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £622,000 | 2022-06-30 | £662,315 |
| 45 Aspin Oval, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-04-16 | £361,927 |
HG5 8EL 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 HG5 8EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspin Park Academy Wetherby Road , HG5 8LQ | 4out of 4 | 838 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School Stockwell Road , HG5 0JN | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Primary School Knaresborough, A Voluntary Catholic Academy Tentergate Road , HG5 9BG | 3out of 4 | 1,836 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowside Academy Halfpenny Lane , HG5 0SL | 4out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hookstone Chase Primary School Hookstone Chase , HG2 7DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,291 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King James's School King James Road , HG5 8EB | 3out of 4 | 701 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate High School Ainsty Road , HG1 4AP | 3out of 4 | 4,183 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Hookstone Drive , HG2 8PT | 4out of 4 | 4,390 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Church of England High School Oatlands Drive , HG2 8JR | 4out of 4 | 4,745 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Forest School Park Lane , HG5 0DQ | - not rated | 1,655 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwater School High Street , Starbeck HG2 7LW | 4out of 4 | 2,417 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Henshaws College Bogs Lane , HG1 4ED | - not rated | 3,208 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Harrogate 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | 4out of 4 | 5,098 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mother Shipton Inn | Blands Hill, Calcutt | 694 yd | |
| The Watermill Cafe | Lido Leisure Park, Wetherby Road | 784 yd | |
| The Cupboard at the Lido | Lido Leisure Park, Wetherby Road | 784 yd | |
| Mill Kitchen | Lido Leisure Park, Wetherby Road | 784 yd | |
| Fisharama | 31A York Place, Knaresborough | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cricketers | Calcutt, Calcutt | 486 yd | |
| Wellington Inn | 23 Briggate, Knaresborough | 893 yd | |
| Marquis of Granby | 31 York Place, Knaresborough | 943 yd | |
| Knaresborough Masonic Lodge Club | Masonic Hall, York Place | 979 yd | |
| Knaresborough Town AFC | Football Ground, Manse Lane | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aragon Fisheries | 14 Iles Lane, Knaresborough | 888 yd | |
| The Park Pantry, Building B | Knaresborough Technology Park, Manse Lane | 1,021 yd | |
| Sandwiches Unlimited | Manse Lane, Knaresborough | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Knaresborough Cricket Club Aspin Lane | grass pitches | 167 yd |
| Knaresborough Forest Cricket Ground UNION FIELD CRICKET GROUND UNION FIELD CRICKET GROUND THISTLE HILL | grass pitches | 404 yd |
| King James'S School KING JAMES ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 723 yd |
| Fysche Field STOCKDALE WALK | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Aspin Park Primary School WETHERBY ROAD | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Knaresborough Pool KING JAMES ROAD | swimming pool | 829 yd |
| Knaresborough Town Afc Manse Lane | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| Knaresborough Health Club (Closed) Manse Lane | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,021 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.