Hessle Road is in Hull and in City Of Kingston Upon Hull district. HU4 6JA is located in the Newington & Gipsyville 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 Hessle Road, Hull, HU4 6JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU4 6JB, HU4 6PJ, HU4 6LJ, HU4 6JD, HU4 6PP, HU4 6PL, HU4 6PR, HU4 6PU, HU4 6NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HU4 6JA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 52.4% | 47.1% | -5.3% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 47.6% | 52.9% | 5.3% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 HU4 6JA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.5% 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 | 40.7% | 53.5% | 12.8% | 37.9% | 15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 31.6% | -10.8% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 2.2% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 47.8% | 51.9% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 32.5% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 10.8% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 4% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 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 | 41.8% | 27.1% | -14.7% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 11% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 13.2% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 8.8% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 14.7% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.2% | 23.4% | 14.2% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 5.4% | 1.8% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.4% | 88.6% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 71.7% 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 | 96.1% | 71.7% | -24.4% | 83.2% | -11.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 21.8% | 19.8% | 6.1% | 15.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 72.2% | -23.9% | 83.2% | -11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 12.4% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 9.8% | 9.6% | 2.9% | 6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.4% | 76.7% | -24.3% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Lithuania | 4.1% | 0.3% | 3.8% |
| Poland | 12.4% | 1.3% | 11.1% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 8.4% | 1.5% | 6.9% |
| Middle East | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hessle Road was 74.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.4% higher than the Boothferry average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hessle Road has the 63rd lowest crime rate of 135 local areas in Boothferry and the 332nd lowest crime rate of 828 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 63.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 364.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment 3 Regis House, 716 Hessle Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £69,950 | 2024-10-30 | £70,583 |
| Apartment 5 Regis House, 716 Hessle Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-12-15 | £105,105 |
| Apartment 1 Regis House, 716 Hessle Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2021-11-30 | £80,488 |
| Flat 4 716 Hessle Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,500 | 2021-09-24 | £80,754 |
| Flat 4 714 Hessle Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2020-12-04 | £76,105 |
HU4 6JA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 50 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Francis Askew Primary School North Road , HU4 6LQ | 2out of 4 | 359 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newington Academy Dairycoates Avenue , HU3 5DD | 3out of 4 | 782 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheeler Primary School Wheeler Street , HU3 5QE | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Primary School St George's Road , HU3 6ED | 2out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiltern Primary School Chiltern Street , HU3 3PL | 3out of 4 | 1,416 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sirius Academy West 296 Anlaby Park Road South , HU4 7JB | 2out of 4 | 1,358 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Boulevard Academy Massey Close , HU3 3QT | 2out of 4 | 1,536 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelvin Hall School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4QH | 4out of 4 | 3,863 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ron Dearing UTC Kingston Square , HU2 8BQ | - not rated | 4,057 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull Trinity House Academy Charlotte Street Mews , HU1 3BP | 3out of 4 | 4,123 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 3,762 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull College Queen's Gardens , Wilberforce Drive HU1 3DG | - not rated | 4,324 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hessle High School and Penshurst Primary School Tranby House , Heads Lane HU13 0JQ | 3out of 4 | 4,751 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Educational Hearing Service for Hearing and Vision Francis Askew Centre , North Road HU4 6LQ | - not rated | 359 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Euler Academy Pickering Road , HU4 7AD | - not rated | 1,169 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgeview Special School Pickering Road , HU4 7AD | 4out of 4 | 1,392 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ganton School 294 Anlaby Park Road South , HU4 7JB | 4out of 4 | 1,487 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sullivan Centre Boulevard , HU3 3EL | 4out of 4 | 1,513 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy's Cafe | 789 Hessle Road | 257 yd | |
| West Hull Community Sports Club | North Road | 418 yd | |
| Rock City Hull Indoor Climbing | Hawthorn Avenue | 514 yd | |
| Flavourz @ Cecil Gardens | Hawthorn Avenue | 514 yd | |
| Hawthorn Cafe | Unit 4, Horseshoe Park, Hawthorn Avenue | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Empress | 833-839 Hessle Road | 466 yd | |
| Dairycoates Inn | 580 Hessle Road | 574 yd | |
| Half Way Public House | 490 Hessle Road | 887 yd | |
| Fiveways Hotel | 317 Boothferry Road | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Bridge | 747 Hessle Road | 91 yd | |
| Dollie's Sandwich Bar | 751 Hessle Road | 91 yd | |
| Venus Takeaway | 731 Hessle Road | 91 yd | |
| Kingfisher | 757 Hessle Road | 91 yd | |
| East Ocean Chinese Takeaway | 737 Hessle Road | 91 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 761 Hessle Road | 164 yd | |
| Lidl | Brighton Street, Freightliner Road | 629 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, Hessle Road | 935 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Hull Rugby Club NORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Francis Askew Primary School NORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 363 yd |
| Fit24 (Hessle Road) HESSLE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 614 yd |
| Boothferry Park (Hull City Fc) (Closed) Boothferry Road | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Pickering Park PICKERING PARK PICKERING PARK PICKERING ROAD | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Hull & District Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Wheeler Street | indoor bowls | 971 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 | 185 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 318 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 318 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 46.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 80 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.