Thorn Road is in Hedon, Hull and in East Riding Of Yorkshire district. HU12 8HJ is located in the South West Holderness electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Beverley and Holderness. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thorn Road, Hedon, Hull, HU12 8HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU12 8HX, HU12 8HY, HU12 8DU, HU12 8GY, HU12 8LP, HU12 8PE, HU12 8HL, HU12 8FA, HU12 8LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HU12 8HJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 49.8% | 48.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 HU12 8HJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.3% 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 | 21.8% | 23.5% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 54.3% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 10.1% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 0.4% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 11.7% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 10% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 39.5% | 40.6% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 39.5% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 15.7% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 3.8% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.1% | 22.9% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 9.1% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.1% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 15.2% | 8.3% | 5.3% | 9.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 17.7% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 22.1% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 97.9% | 98.5% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 98.5% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thorn Road was 7.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.7% lower than the Mid Holderness average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thorn Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Mid Holderness and the 66th lowest crime rate of 1,117 local areas in East Riding of Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Thorn Road, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £286,000 | 2022-09-08 | £302,113 |
| 80 Thorn Road, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2021-04-28 | £240,034 |
| 56 Thorn Road, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,500 | 2019-12-06 | £226,483 |
| 58 Thorn Road, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2018-11-01 | £244,216 |
| 74 Thorn Road, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2018-08-16 | £529,620 |
HU12 8HJ 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 HU12 8HJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hedon Nursery School Market Hill , Hedon HU12 8JB | 4out of 4 | 843 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inmans Primary School Inmans Road , Hedon HU12 8NL | 3out of 4 | 680 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hedon Primary School Ketwell Lane , Hedon HU12 8BN | 3out of 4 | 828 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Primary School Station Road , Preston HU12 8UY | 3out of 4 | 2,224 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorngumbald Primary School Plumtree Road , HU12 9QQ | 2out of 4 | 2,516 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paull Primary School Main Street , Paull HU12 8AW | 3out of 4 | 3,197 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holderness Academy and Sixth Form College Station Road , Preston HU12 8UZ | 1out of 4 | 2,033 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire Academy 351 Annandale Road , HU9 5DE | 3out of 4 | 5,315 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedon Spice | 32 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 686 yd | |
| The Cake Gallery Coffee Shop | 4 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 686 yd | |
| Kolize Pizzeria | 11 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 696 yd | |
| Il Padrino Restaurant Hedon | 18c Market Place, Hedon | 788 yd | |
| Downs Fish and Chips | 18b Market Place, Hedon | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Arms | Havenside, Hedon | 341 yd | |
| Hed On Inn | 7 Watmoughs Arcade, Hedon | 684 yd | |
| Queens Head | 14 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 686 yd | |
| The Shakespeare Inn | 9 Baxtergate, Hedon | 706 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 4 Magdalen Gate, Hedon | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leedhams Fish And Chips | 38 Fletchergate, Hedon | 605 yd | |
| Cazba Fast Food | 2 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 686 yd | |
| Saffron Indian | 29 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 696 yd | |
| Hedon Pizza | 6 Market Place, Hedon | 779 yd | |
| Silver Star | 1 Market Place, Hedon | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Frozen Foods Ltd | 36 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 686 yd | |
| Todays Local | 11-13 Market Place, Hedon | 788 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Lane Cricket Ground WESTWICK | grass pitches | 535 yd |
| Hedon Rangers United Football Club Drapers Lane | grass pitches | 684 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 | 424 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 530 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 530 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 86 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 65.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 106 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.