Meadow Way is in Cottingham and in East Riding Of Yorkshire district. HU16 5EF is located in the Cottingham South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Haltemprice and Howden. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Way, Cottingham, HU16 5EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU16 5EB, HU16 5DU, HU16 5DZ, HU16 5ES, HU16 5ED, HU16 5EG, HU16 5DT, HU16 5ER, HU16 5EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HU16 5EF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 59.2% | 53.7% | -5.5% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 40.8% | 46.3% | 5.5% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 16.3% | 21.9% | 5.6% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.1% | 44.9% | 2.8% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 16.9% | 19.7% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 10.6% |
| Widowed | 21.9% | 10.1% | -11.8% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 34.7% | 37.9% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 34.5% | -4.0% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 18.2% | -1.0% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.3% | 24.7% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.2% | 6.7% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 11.2% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 12.4% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 7.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 12.9% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 24.2% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 7.9% | 7.9% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 5.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.7% | 95.1% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 94.8% | 95.6% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 96.5% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.7% | 37.2% | -4.5% |
| Christian | 60.4% | 46.2% | 14.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Way was 40.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.6% lower than the Cottingham North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Way has the 31st lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Cottingham North and the 553rd highest crime rate of 1,115 local areas in East Riding of Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Meadow Way, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £327,000 | 2024-10-24 | £335,291 |
| 21 Meadow Way, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-02-17 | £293,778 |
| 23 Meadow Way, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-01-14 | £336,644 |
| 4 Meadow Way, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2021-10-29 | £241,400 |
| 8 Meadow Way, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2020-12-15 | £193,229 |
HU16 5EF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HU16 5EF 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 | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Eleventh Avenue , HU6 8HT | - not rated | 4,179 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambert Childrens Centre Lambert Street , HU5 2SG | - not rated | 5,216 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 Primary School, Westfield Road , HU16 5PE | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacon Garth Primary School The Garth , HU16 5BP | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallgate Infant School Hallgate , HU16 4DD | - not rated | 1,359 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallgate Primary School Cottingham Hallgate Primary School , HU16 4DD | 3out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hallgate Junior School Hallgate , HU16 4DD | - not rated | 1,453 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottingham High School Harland Way , HU16 5PX | 3out of 4 | 1,640 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottingham High School Harland Way , HU16 5PX | - not rated | 1,640 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College Well Lane , Willerby HU10 6HB | 3out of 4 | 2,302 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College Well Lane , Willerby HU10 6HB | - not rated | 2,302 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Gee School Bishop Alcock Road , Bricknell Road HU5 4RS | - not rated | 2,549 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 3,106 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child and Family Teaching Unit Main Street , Willerby HU10 6DS | - not rated | 1,653 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Home Tuition Service Senss , The Education Centre HU5 5RL | - not rated | 2,183 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derringham School Priory Road , HU5 5RU | - not rated | 2,842 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| PRU for Medical Needs The Priory Centre , Priory Road HU5 5RU | - not rated | 2,897 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ganton Special School Springhead Lane , Willerby Road HU5 5YJ | - not rated | 3,180 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucy's Coffee Shop | 1 Ganton Avenue, Cottingham | 466 yd | |
| Routes Cafe at Worklink | Eppleworth Road, Cottingham | 841 yd | |
| The Food Hall Cottingham Limited | 40 Finkle Street, Cottingham | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fair Maid | Baynard Avenue, Cottingham | 672 yd | |
| The Blue Bell | West Green, Cottingham | 803 yd | |
| Cottingham Memorial Club | 71 Finkle Street, Cottingham | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Pizza | 28 The Parkway, Cottingham | 286 yd | |
| Fab Fish | 36 The Parkway, Cottingham | 286 yd | |
| So Wok | 167 Finkle Street, Cottingham | 885 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbots Walk Recreation Field Abbots Walk | grass pitches | 598 yd |
| Westfield Primary School WESTFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Bacon Garth Primary School THE GARTH | grass pitches | 722 yd |
| Cottingham Ladies Gym (Closed) Castle Green | health and fitness suite | 810 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 | 106 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 186.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 530 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 530 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 32 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 44.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 106 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.