Southwood Road is in Cottingham and in The East Yorkshire Borough Of Beverley district. HU16 5AH is located in the Cottingham North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Haltemprice and Howden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southwood Road, Cottingham, HU16 5AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU16 5AJ, HU16 5AN, HU16 5AD, HU16 5BY, HU16 5NN, HU16 5NL, HU16 5DG, HU16 5AF, HU16 5DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HU16 5AH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 50.6% | 49.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50.8% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 HU16 5AH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.3% 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 | 19.7% | 22.2% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 57.3% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 13.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 8.4% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 10.8% | 9.8% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.6% | 41.9% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 40.8% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 14.6% | -2.3% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 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 | 23.8% | 17.4% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 9.8% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 12.1% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 8% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 14.7% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 34.4% | 3.5% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 7.2% | 3.6% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.7% | 91.1% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 94.5% | 91.1% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 90.4% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 6.2% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.5% | 76.7% | 11.8% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southwood Road was 7.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.7% lower than the Cottingham North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southwood Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Cottingham North and the 65th lowest crime rate of 1,117 local areas in East Riding of Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 54.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Southwood Road, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2023-12-01 | £198,937 |
| 32 Southwood Road, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2023-09-15 | £237,065 |
| 32 Southwood Road, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-04-12 | £244,816 |
| 46 Southwood Road, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-03-16 | £176,815 |
| 44 Southwood Road, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2021-08-25 | £234,656 |
HU16 5AH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 HU16 5AH 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 | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Eleventh Avenue , HU6 8HT | 3out of 4 | 4,133 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Primary School Westfield Road , HU16 5PE | 4out of 4 | 286 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacon Garth Primary School The Garth , HU16 5BP | 4out of 4 | 661 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallgate Primary School Cottingham Hallgate Primary School , HU16 4DD | 3out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croxby Primary School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4TN | 1out of 4 | 2,484 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willerby Carr Lane Primary School Carr Lane , Willerby HU10 6JT | 3out of 4 | 2,523 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottingham High School and Sixth Form College Harland Way , HU16 5PX | 3out of 4 | 1,317 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College , Well Lane HU10 6HB | 3out of 4 | 2,607 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelvin Hall School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4QH | 4out of 4 | 3,368 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newland School for Girls Cottingham Road , HU6 7RU | 2out of 4 | 4,117 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Sirius Academy North 540 Hall Road , HU6 9BP | 3out of 4 | 4,587 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyke Sixth Form College Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4NT | - not rated | 3,263 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub School Springhead Lane , Anlaby Common HU5 5YJ | 2out of 4 | 3,515 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Frederick Holmes School Inglemire Lane , HU6 8JJ | 3out of 4 | 3,733 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Hull Cottingham Road , HU6 7RX | - not rated | 4,447 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull Collegiate School Tranby Croft , Anlaby HU10 7EH | - not rated | 4,898 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucy's Coffee Shop | 1 Ganton Avenue, Cottingham | 581 yd | |
| Routes Cafe at Worklink | Eppleworth Road, Cottingham | 582 yd | |
| The Food Hall Cottingham Limited | 40 Finkle Street, Cottingham | 710 yd | |
| Pearl and Jesse's Coffee | 177 Hallgate, Cottingham | 823 yd | |
| Woksoever | 169-171 Hallgate, Cottingham | 838 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fair Maid | Baynard Avenue, Cottingham | 347 yd | |
| The Blue Bell | West Green, Cottingham | 480 yd | |
| Cottingham Memorial Club | 71 Finkle Street, Cottingham | 593 yd | |
| The Back Room | 173-175 Hallgate, Cottingham | 838 yd | |
| King William IV Clarke @ CO (cottingham) | 152 Hallgate, Cottingham | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Pizza | 28 The Parkway, Cottingham | 251 yd | |
| Fab Fish | 36 The Parkway, Cottingham | 251 yd | |
| So Wok | 167 Finkle Street, Cottingham | 593 yd | |
| Gino Cottingham | 212 Hallgate, Cottingham | 864 yd | |
| Cottingham Tandoori | 210 Hallgate, Cottingham | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Crescent Street, Cottingham | 864 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 34-36 King Street, Cottingham | 899 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 30 King Street, Cottingham | 911 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd. | Summers Drive, Cottingham | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westfield Primary School WESTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 290 yd |
| Bacon Garth Primary School THE GARTH | grass pitches | 565 yd |
| Abbots Walk Recreation Field Abbots Walk | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Cottingham Ladies Gym (Closed) Castle Green | health and fitness suite | 839 yd |
| Hallgate Primary School HALLGATE | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 250 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 242.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 954 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 954 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 191 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.