Poplar Grove is in Hedon, Hull and in East Riding Of Yorkshire district. HU12 8XW 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 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Poplar Grove, Hedon, Hull, HU12 8XW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU12 8XL, HU12 8XN, HU12 8XU, HU12 8XT, HU12 8XQ, HU12 8XJ, HU12 8FR, HU12 8FT, HU12 8FN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HU12 8XW has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 48.3% | 49% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 51.7% | 51% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 8XW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 24.6% | 28.2% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 54% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 10.7% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 48.3% | 51.6% | 3.3% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 30.9% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 12.3% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.5% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -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 | 21.5% | 19% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 9.3% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 13.2% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.8% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 19.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 28.3% | 9.3% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 98.2% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 98.6% | 97.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 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 | 98.3% | 98.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Poplar Grove was 21.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.8% lower than the South West Holderness average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Poplar Grove has the 7th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in South West Holderness and the 304th lowest crime rate of 1,117 local areas in East Riding of Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Poplar Grove, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2023-01-20 | £170,724 |
| 3 Poplar Grove, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2022-07-22 | £213,538 |
| 8 Poplar Grove, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,500 | 2015-04-17 | £239,231 |
| 9 Poplar Grove, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2013-11-06 | £240,231 |
| 14 Poplar Grove, Hull, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2013-06-07 | £202,057 |
HU12 8XW 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 8XW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hedon Nursery School Market Hill , Hedon HU12 8JB | 4out of 4 | 707 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hedon Primary School Ketwell Lane , Hedon HU12 8BN | 3out of 4 | 560 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Inmans Primary School Inmans Road , Hedon HU12 8NL | 3out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Primary School Station Road , Preston HU12 8UY | 3out of 4 | 1,688 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Paull Primary School Main Street , Paull HU12 8AW | 3out of 4 | 3,102 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockwell Academy Dodswell Grove , Greatfield Estate HU9 5HY | 3out of 4 | 3,547 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,556 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Marvell College Barham Road , HU9 4EE | 3out of 4 | 5,088 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 | 4,164 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Hopewell Road , HU9 4HD | 3out of 4 | 4,794 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolize Pizzeria | 11 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 635 yd | |
| Nutmegs (Four Seasons) | 5 Market Place, Hedon | 664 yd | |
| Il Padrino Restaurant Hedon | 18c Market Place, Hedon | 664 yd | |
| Downs Fish and Chips | 18b Market Place, Hedon | 664 yd | |
| Hedon Spice | 32 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Head | 2-4 Souttergate, Hedon | 648 yd | |
| Queens Head | 14 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 667 yd | |
| Hed On Inn | 7 Watmoughs Arcade, Hedon | 677 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 4 Magdalen Gate, Hedon | 728 yd | |
| The Shakespeare Inn | 9 Baxtergate, Hedon | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron Indian | 29 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 635 yd | |
| Hedon Pizza | 6 Market Place, Hedon | 661 yd | |
| Silver Star | 1 Market Place, Hedon | 664 yd | |
| Cazba Fast Food | 2 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 667 yd | |
| Leedhams Fish And Chips | 38 Fletchergate, Hedon | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Hull Road, Hedon | 445 yd | |
| Todays Local | 11-13 Market Place, Hedon | 664 yd | |
| Heron Frozen Foods Ltd | 36 St Augustines Gate, Hedon | 667 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hedon Rangers United Football Club Drapers Lane | grass pitches | 665 yd |
| Middle Lane Cricket Ground WESTWICK | grass pitches | 725 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 | 185 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 186.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 48.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.