Greengate Lane is in Knaresborough and in North Yorkshire district. HG5 9EW is located in the Knaresborough East 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 Greengate Lane, Knaresborough, HG5 9EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HG5 0UG, HG5 0LZ, HG5 0NP, HG5 9EL, HG5 9DP, HG5 0UF, HG5 0NB, HG5 0NA, HG5 0NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HG5 9EW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.7% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.3% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 27.6% | 32.1% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 50.2% | -10.6% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 11% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 5.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 52.2% | 45.9% | -6.3% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 35.9% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 13% | 12.8% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 HG5 9EW this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 9.3% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 8.9% | -6.3% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 16.9% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 18.2% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.2% | 41.1% | 5.9% | 33.8% | 7.3% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 97.6% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 95.7% | 95.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 95.4% | 94.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.4% | 76.7% | 10.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greengate Lane was 110.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.8% higher than the Boroughbridge & Claro average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greengate Lane has the 10th highest crime rate of 94 local areas in Boroughbridge & Claro and the 293rd highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Greengate Lane, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2025-10-17 | £305,000 |
| 20 Greengate Lane, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £447,000 | 2024-03-11 | £481,807 |
| 18 Greengate Lane, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-11-21 | £447,938 |
| 16 Greengate Lane, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2022-04-04 | £596,905 |
| 17 Greengate Lane, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-09-10 | £372,756 |
HG5 9EW 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowside Academy Halfpenny Lane , HG5 0SL | 4out of 4 | 745 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 | 949 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knaresborough St John's Church of England Primary School Stockwell Road , HG5 0JN | - not rated | 1,207 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspin Park Academy Wetherby Road , HG5 8LQ | 4out of 4 | 2,178 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scotton Lingerfield Primary School Market Flat Lane , Lingerfield HG5 9JA | 3out of 4 | 2,665 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,886 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrogate High School Ainsty Road , HG1 4AP | 3out of 4 | 4,757 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,292 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwater School High Street , Starbeck HG2 7LW | 4out of 4 | 3,226 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Henshaws College Bogs Lane , HG1 4ED | - not rated | 3,412 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell Harrogate 59 Grove Road , HG1 5EP | 4out of 4 | 5,425 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Advent Catering Group | Unit 5, Halfpenny Close | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J R's Yorkshire Fish & Chips | 18C Boroughbridge Road, Knaresborough | 508 yd | |
| Tasty House | 7 Stockwell Place, Knaresborough | 655 yd | |
| Barny Bakes | 5 Stockwell Place, Knaresborough | 655 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadowside Primary Academy Halfpenny Lane | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Knaresborough Community Centre STOCKWELL AVENUE | 761 yd | |
| King George V Playing Field STOCKWELL AVENUE | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| St Marys School TENTERGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 987 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.