Freehold Street is in Hull and in City Of Kingston Upon Hull district. HU3 1RB 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 Freehold Street, Hull, HU3 1RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU3 1RD, HU3 1RJ, HU3 1RG, HU3 1RP, HU3 1RE, HU3 1RF, HU3 1SA, HU3 1QH, HU3 1AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HU3 1RB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 47.5% | 49.3% | 1.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 52.5% | 50.7% | -1.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 HU3 1RB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% 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 | 39.9% | 45.1% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.5% | 30.9% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -13.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 13.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35% | 37.8% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -10.6% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 30.6% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 19.7% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 12.1% | 9.2% | -2.9% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 HU3 1RB this area, 39.5% 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 | 37.9% | 39.5% | 1.6% | 18.2% | 21.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 14.6% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 8.2% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.9% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 8.2% | -4.7% | 16.9% | -8.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 12.9% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -20.9% |
| Other | 10.1% | 9.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 7.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.5% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 4.4% | 1.3% | -3.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Black African | 4.7% | 4% | -0.7% | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 78.8% | 70.5% | -8.3% | 81.4% | -10.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 3.8% |
| Other | 5.1% | 5.4% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 3.8% |
In this area, 67% 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 | 76.1% | 67% | -9.1% | 83.2% | -16.2% |
| European Union | 10.1% | 16.2% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 10.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 3% | 5.8% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 3.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.4% | 9.6% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 4.0% |
| 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 | 76.1% | 66.1% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -17.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 18.3% | 15.9% | 9.8% | 8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.8% | 6.1% | -4.7% | 2.9% | 3.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 6.8% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 4.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 2.7% | -3.7% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.5% | 76.7% | -26.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Romania | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 5.1% | 1.5% | 3.6% |
| North Africa | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 30.7% | 13.5% | 17.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.5% | 37.2% | -10.7% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Muslim | 21.1% | 6.5% | 14.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Freehold Street was 420.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 157.2% higher than the Avenue average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Freehold Street has the 12th highest crime rate of 100 local areas in Avenue and the 50th highest crime rate of 828 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 194.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Stephens Church Freehold Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Other, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2019-10-14 | £109,294 |
| Church Hall St. Stephens Church Freehold Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Other, an established residential building | £64,000 | 2019-10-14 | £72,863 |
| 49 Freehold Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2014-01-31 | £48,555 |
| Freehold Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2008-11-03 | £128,267 |
| 25 Freehold Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, a newly built property | £39,000 | 2007-05-14 | £56,596 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Eleventh Avenue , HU6 8HT | 3out of 4 | 3,790 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collingwood Primary School Collingwood Street , HU3 1AW | 4out of 4 | 269 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pearson Primary School Leicester Street , HU3 1TB | 3out of 4 | 400 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Voluntary Catholic Academy Norfolk Street , HU2 9AA | 2out of 4 | 542 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Primary School Burslem Street , HU2 9BP | 4out of 4 | 641 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stepney Primary School Beverley Road , HU5 1JJ | 3out of 4 | 968 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,201 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull Trinity House Academy Charlotte Street Mews , HU1 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,360 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Boulevard Academy Massey Close , HU3 3QT | 2out of 4 | 1,807 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newland School for Girls Cottingham Road , HU6 7RU | 2out of 4 | 2,843 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Kelvin Hall School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4QH | 4out of 4 | 2,914 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | 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 | 1,609 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyke Sixth Form College Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4NT | - not rated | 3,011 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Froebel House School 5 Marlborough Avenue , HU5 3JP | - not rated | 785 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hymers College Hymers Avenue , Hull HU3 1LW | - not rated | 898 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Hull School Street , Hull HU1 3SR | - not rated | 1,097 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Academy Fountain Road , HU2 0LH | 3out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Boulevard Centre 172 Boulevard , Kingston-upon-Hull HU3 3EL | 4out of 4 | 1,867 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zam Zam | 112 Spring Bank | 163 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | 69 Beverley Road | 202 yd | |
| Maggie Rays Catering | Humberside Offshore Training, Albert Dock | 221 yd | |
| Hull Ethiopia Restaurant and Bar | 115 Spring Bank | 222 yd | |
| Safin Cafe | 131 Spring Bank | 255 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hull Deaf Centre | 63-69 Spring Bank | 241 yd | |
| O'Rileys | 83 Beverley Road | 262 yd | |
| Spring Bank Tavern | 29-31 Spring Bank | 335 yd | |
| Welly Club | 105-107 Beverley Road | 336 yd | |
| Banks Harbour | 99-103 Beverley Road | 345 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam's Grill | 100 Spring Bank | 153 yd | |
| K D 1 Burger | 106 Spring Bank | 159 yd | |
| Crisp n Fry | 129a Spring Bank | 263 yd | |
| Larino's | 62 Beverley Road | 286 yd | |
| What Is For Dinner Today | 64a Beverley Road | 310 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens | 125-129 Spring Bank | 211 yd | |
| The Blue Shop | 25 Spring Bank | 363 yd | |
| Haris and Co | Beverley Road | 578 yd | |
| Asda | 165-173 Beverley Road | 578 yd | |
| B & M | 45-58 Prospect Street | 601 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Planet Gym BLUNDELLS CORNER BLUNDELLS CORNER BEVERLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 325 yd |
| Peppermint Park Leisure Club (Closed) 104-106 104-106 Beverley Road | health and fitness suite | 370 yd |
| St Charles Rc Primary Academy NORFOLK STREET | grass pitches | 419 yd |
| Waterloo Street Playing Fields Waterloo Street | grass pitches | 736 yd |
| Fit24 (Hull) FERENSWAY | health and fitness suite | 750 yd |
| Quality Living Health Club (Hull) (Closed) The Royal Hotel The Royal Hotel Ferensway | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 961 yd |
| Hymers College HYMERS AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,009 yd |
| Beverley Road Swimming Baths (Hull) BEVERLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,020 yd |
| Steve Prescott Sports Centre Temple Street | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,040 yd |
| Gateway To Health (Closed) Silvester Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,057 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 | 97.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.3% |
| 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 | 237.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 795 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 795 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 159 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.