Riston Street is in Hull and in City Of Kingston Upon Hull district. HU3 3BJ is located in the St Andrew's & Docklands 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 Riston Street, Hull, HU3 3BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU3 3BL, HU3 3DA, HU3 3DF, HU3 3BH, HU3 3AX, HU3 3BA, HU3 3BZ, HU3 3AU, HU3 3BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HU3 3BJ 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 | 51.1% | 51.8% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.2% | -0.7% | 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 area around HU3 3BJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57% 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 | 46.1% | 57% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 19.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 22.7% | -10.5% | 44.2% | -21.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 3.9% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 8.2% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 7.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.3% | 48% | 9.7% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 35% | 31.5% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 20.7% | 16.5% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 3BJ this area, 34.8% 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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 57.5% | 34.8% | -22.7% | 18.2% | 16.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.2% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 15% | 4.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 6.8% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.7% | 10.6% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 3.6% | 19.8% | 16.2% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 8.3% | 3.9% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.1% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 5.8% | 5.0% | 2.5% | 3.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91% | 80.1% | -10.9% | 81.4% | -1.3% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 68.8% 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 | 89.1% | 68.8% | -20.3% | 83.2% | -14.4% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 17.6% | 11.2% | 6.1% | 11.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 9.6% | 7.3% | 5.6% | 4.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.3% | 68.2% | -20.1% | 83.2% | -15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 12.4% | 10.1% | 9.8% | 2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 9.5% | 8.0% | 2.9% | 6.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 6% | 6.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.4% | 76.7% | -26.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Lithuania | 4.4% | 0.3% | 4.1% |
| Poland | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 27.7% | 13.5% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.4% | 37.2% | 10.2% |
| Christian | 34.7% | 46.2% | -11.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 12% | 6.5% | 5.5% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riston Street was 432.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 253.9% higher than the Newington & Gipsyville average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Riston Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Newington & Gipsyville and the 46th highest crime rate of 828 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 120.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Riston Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £11,250 | 2002-06-10 | £43,159 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Eleventh Avenue , HU6 8HT | 3out of 4 | 5,298 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiltern Primary School Chiltern Street , HU3 3PL | 3out of 4 | 434 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Adelaide Primary School Walker Street , HU3 2RA | 3out of 4 | 680 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Primary School St George's Road , HU3 6ED | 2out of 4 | 968 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newington Academy Dairycoates Avenue , HU3 5DD | 3out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Paisley Primary School Paisley Street , HU3 6NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,315 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Boulevard Academy Massey Close , HU3 3QT | 2out of 4 | 660 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ron Dearing UTC Kingston Square , HU2 8BQ | - not rated | 2,309 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull Trinity House Academy Charlotte Street Mews , HU1 3BP | 3out of 4 | 2,357 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sirius Academy West 296 Anlaby Park Road South , HU4 7JB | 2out of 4 | 3,116 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelvin Hall School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4QH | 4out of 4 | 3,715 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 | 2,544 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyke Sixth Form College Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4NT | - not rated | 3,709 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Boulevard Centre 172 Boulevard , Kingston-upon-Hull HU3 3EL | 4out of 4 | 121 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hymers College Hymers Avenue , Hull HU3 1LW | - not rated | 1,489 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Educational Hearing Service for Hearing and Vision Francis Askew Centre , North Road HU4 6LQ | - not rated | 1,762 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Hull School Street , Hull HU1 3SR | - not rated | 1,948 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Froebel House School 5 Marlborough Avenue , HU5 3JP | - not rated | 2,179 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transilvanian Taste | 265 Boulevard | 185 yd | |
| Cafe+ | 186 Hessle Road | 218 yd | |
| Roses Shawarma | 272 Hessle Road | 279 yd | |
| Merkur Cashino | 302-304 Hessle Road | 364 yd | |
| Lezzet Shawrma | 301 Hessle Road | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryder Social Club | 102 Coltman Street | 291 yd | |
| Stricky Arms | 29 Strickland Street | 337 yd | |
| Rayners | 325 Hessle Road | 464 yd | |
| Alexandra Hotel | 69 Hessle Road | 625 yd | |
| Half Way Public House | 490 Hessle Road | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Star Pizza | 236 Hessle Road | 153 yd | |
| Golden Treasure | 172 Hessle Road | 257 yd | |
| Hessle Pizza | 180-182 Hessle Road | 257 yd | |
| Pizza Square | 276 Hessle Road | 281 yd | |
| Golden Bengal | 165 Hessle Road | 284 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 288-290 Hessle Road | 317 yd | |
| Budgens | 306-310 Hessle Road | 403 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 4, St Andrews Retail Park, Hessle Road | 571 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, Hessle Road | 893 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Constable Street Playing Field WELLSTED STREET | grass pitches | 158 yd |
| Metro Gym Strickland Street | health and fitness suite | 410 yd |
| Fit4Gym (Hull) (Closed) 309-315 309-315 HESSLE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 425 yd |
| Boulevard Stadium (Closed) Massey Close | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Massey Beecroft / Newington Park MASSEY STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 568 yd |
| The Octagon Fitness Centre (Closed) The Octagon The Octagon Walker Street | health and fitness suite | 574 yd |
| Adelaide Primary School WALKER STREET | grass pitches | 574 yd |
| Boulevard Academy MASSEY CLOSE | grass pitches | 633 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 | 151.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 440 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 440 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 32 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 80 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.