HU16 5YJ is in Eppleworth, Cottingham and East Riding Of Yorkshire district. HU16 5YJ is located in the Dale 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 Eppleworth, Cottingham, HU16 5YJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HU16 5YJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 51.8% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 46.1% | 48.2% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 5YJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 19.3% | 30% | 10.7% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 55% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8.1% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 45.4% | 48.4% | 3.0% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 44.7% | 34.4% | -10.3% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 13% | 5.1% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 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 | 23.6% | 23.3% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 8.2% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 12.6% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 17% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30% | 27.7% | -2.3% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 6.4% | 3.1% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.7% | 88% | -6.7% | 81.4% | 6.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.3% | 11.5% | 10.2% | 0.1% | 11.4% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 93.4% | 95.3% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 95.3% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 76.7% | -4.6% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around HU16 5YJ was 157.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 145.0% higher than the Cottingham North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
HU16 5YJ has the 6th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Cottingham North and the 89th highest crime rate of 1,115 local areas in East Riding of Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.0 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Cottage, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2023-12-14 | £615,213 |
| East Cottage, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £100 | 2023-11-03 | £98 |
| Grange Farm, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2021-04-07 | £451,258 |
| Lavender Cottage, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2016-05-16 | £296,522 |
| East Cottage Farm, Cottingham, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2011-12-21 | £619,296 |
HU16 5YJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Retired | 43 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skidby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Main Street , Skidby HU16 5TX | 3out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary School Westfield Primary School, Westfield Road , HU16 5PE | 3out of 4 | 2,133 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willerby Carr Lane Infant School Carr Lane , Willerby HU10 6JT | - not rated | 2,525 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willerby Carr Lane Junior School Carr Lane , Willerby HU10 6JT | - not rated | 2,531 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Willerby Carr Lane Primary School Carr Lane , Willerby HU10 6JT | 3out of 4 | 2,656 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 | 2,154 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottingham High School Harland Way , HU16 5PX | - not rated | 2,154 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College Well Lane , Willerby HU10 6HB | 3out of 4 | 2,466 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolfreton School and Sixth Form College Well Lane , Willerby HU10 6HB | - not rated | 2,466 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Gee School Bishop Alcock Road , Bricknell Road HU5 4RS | - not rated | 4,509 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 | 5,060 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 | 1,124 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Home Tuition Service Senss , The Education Centre HU5 5RL | - not rated | 3,979 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hub School Springhead Lane , Anlaby Common HU5 5YJ | - not rated | 4,261 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hub School Springhead Lane , Anlaby Common HU5 5YJ | 3out of 4 | 4,261 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ganton Special School Springhead Lane , Willerby Road HU5 5YJ | - not rated | 4,263 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Courtyard Cafe | Castle Road, Cottingham | 761 yd | |
| Wilber's Cafe | Castle Road, Cottingham | 761 yd | |
| Nightingales Restaurant | Castle Road, Cottingham | 761 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Beverley Road, Willerby | 790 yd | |
| Total Fitness Cafe Bar | Beverley Road, Willerby | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery Willerby | Beverley Road, Willerby | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burger King | Beverley Road, Willerby | 790 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fitness (Hull) BEVERLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 786 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 | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.7% |
| 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 | 239.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 63.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 125 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.