Waterloo Street is in Hull and in City Of Kingston Upon Hull district. HU2 9LP is located in the Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingston upon Hull West and Hessle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Waterloo Street, Hull, HU2 9LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU2 0AT, HU2 0DH, HU2 9LW, HU2 9LE, HU2 0BA, HU2 0BB, HU2 0BQ, HU2 9LG, HU2 0AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HU2 9LP is primarily male, with 53.7% of the population 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 | 51.8% | 46.3% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -4.7% |
| Male | 48.2% | 53.7% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 4.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around HU2 9LP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.6% | 50.6% | 5.0% | 37.9% | 12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.3% | 36.4% | 5.1% | 44.2% | -7.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 6.9% | -5.5% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 4.2% | -3.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 42.5% | 47.8% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 31.1% | -0.7% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 13.5% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 6.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
In the area around HU2 9LP this area, 37.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 12.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.5% | 37.6% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 19.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 12.5% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 11.8% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 9.9% | 8.1% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 11% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.5% | 12.9% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -20.9% |
| Other | 8.8% | 4.2% | -4.6% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 3.2% | 5.9% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 4.3% |
| Black African | 4.6% | 3.2% | -1.4% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 86.8% | 77.4% | -9.4% | 81.4% | -4.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 64.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 64.5% | -22.6% | 83.2% | -18.7% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 21.4% | 17.8% | 6.1% | 15.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Africa | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 7.6% | 4.0% | 5.6% | 2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.8% | 64% | -22.8% | 83.2% | -19.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 14.2% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 14% | 9.0% | 2.9% | 11.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 7% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 4.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 53.1% | 76.7% | -23.6% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 17.4% | 1.3% | 16.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Turkey | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 44% | 46.2% | -2.2% |
| Muslim | 15.2% | 6.5% | 8.7% |
| Not answered | 9.7% | 6.0% | 3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waterloo Street was 83.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.9% lower than the Avenue average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Waterloo Street has the 28th lowest crime rate of 100 local areas in Avenue and the 366th lowest crime rate of 828 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 196 Waterloo Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £84,950 | 2022-01-28 | £94,838 |
| 195 Waterloo Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £78,250 | 2020-11-19 | £97,466 |
| 197 Waterloo Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2014-12-16 | £126,158 |
| 195 Waterloo Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2007-01-12 | £126,477 |
| 203 Waterloo Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2007-01-12 | £151,155 |
| Full-Time Employee | 93 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Eleventh Avenue , HU6 8HT | 3out of 4 | 3,624 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Primary School Burslem Street , HU2 9BP | 4out of 4 | 360 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stepney Primary School Beverley Road , HU5 1JJ | 3out of 4 | 588 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Voluntary Catholic Academy Norfolk Street , HU2 9AA | 2out of 4 | 715 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pearson Primary School Leicester Street , HU3 1TB | 3out of 4 | 787 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Voluntary Catholic Academy Queens Road , HU5 2QR | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ron Dearing UTC Kingston Square , HU2 8BQ | - not rated | 1,020 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull Trinity House Academy Charlotte Street Mews , HU1 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Boulevard Academy Massey Close , HU3 3QT | 2out of 4 | 2,712 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's College, Voluntary Catholic Academy Cranbrook Avenue , HU6 7TN | 4out of 4 | 2,797 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newland School for Girls Cottingham Road , HU6 7RU | 2out of 4 | 2,847 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hull College Queen's Gardens , Wilberforce Drive HU1 3DG | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyke Sixth Form College Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4NT | - not rated | 3,469 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilberforce College Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HD | - not rated | 5,150 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Academy Fountain Road , HU2 0LH | 3out of 4 | 272 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Hull School Street , Hull HU1 3SR | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Froebel House School 5 Marlborough Avenue , HU5 3JP | - not rated | 1,359 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hymers College Hymers Avenue , Hull HU3 1LW | - not rated | 1,774 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Hull Cottingham Road , HU6 7RX | - not rated | 2,437 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mia's House Restaurant | 130 Beverley Road | 533 yd | |
| Balcon Cafe | 147-149 Beverley Road | 573 yd | |
| Kuchnia | 226 Beverley Road | 634 yd | |
| Hank Marvin Also T/A Bodrum/ Temptation Burgers | 241 Beverley Road | 678 yd | |
| Dubai Shisha Cafe | 58a Beverley Road | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ping Pong Club | 129-131 Beverley Road | 571 yd | |
| Old Bull & Bush | 56 Green Lane | 582 yd | |
| Banks Harbour | 99-103 Beverley Road | 597 yd | |
| O'Rileys | 83 Beverley Road | 655 yd | |
| The Whalebone | 165 Wincolmlee | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpacino Pizza | 126-128 Beverley Road | 519 yd | |
| Fit N Tasty | 113 Beverley Road | 578 yd | |
| What Is For Dinner Today | 64a Beverley Road | 607 yd | |
| Punjab Takeaway | 207 Beverley Road | 636 yd | |
| Foody | 213 Beverley Road | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haris and Co | Beverley Road | 576 yd | |
| Asda | 165-173 Beverley Road | 576 yd | |
| Metro Cash and Carry | Unit 1b, Seaton Buildings, Air Street | 706 yd | |
| Tesco | 255 Beverley Road | 788 yd | |
| The Blue Shop | 25 Spring Bank | 981 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Street Playing Fields Waterloo Street | grass pitches | 293 yd |
| Steve Prescott Sports Centre Temple Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 427 yd |
| Peppermint Park Leisure Club (Closed) 104-106 104-106 Beverley Road | health and fitness suite | 553 yd |
| Beverley Road Swimming Baths (Hull) BEVERLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 704 yd |
| St Charles Rc Primary Academy NORFOLK STREET | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Planet Gym BLUNDELLS CORNER BLUNDELLS CORNER BEVERLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 933 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 | 220 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 241.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 53.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.