The Woodlands is in Hull and in City Of Kingston Upon Hull district. HU5 2BW is located in the Bricknell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingston upon Hull North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Woodlands, Hull, HU5 2BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU5 2AY, HU5 3BS, HU5 2BP, HU5 2AX, HU5 3BJ, HU5 3BT, HU5 3BP, HU5 3AU, HU5 3AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around HU5 2BW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.1% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.9% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30% | 31.3% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 47.6% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.2% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 11.2% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 37.7% | 37.9% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -10.5% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 34.8% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 17% | 12.9% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 4.9% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 9.5% | 5.4% | 1.2% | 8.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.7% | 20.8% | -0.9% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 6.8% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 16.4% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 10.9% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 13.3% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 26.6% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 5.5% | 5.1% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 93% | 94.2% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 89.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 89.9% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 5.2% | 4.0% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 89.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.6% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 35.1% | 46.2% | -11.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 15.2% | 6.0% | 9.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Woodlands was 47.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.9% lower than the Bricknell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Woodlands has the 12th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Bricknell and the 214th lowest crime rate of 825 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 The Woodlands, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-02-23 | £127,703 |
| 12 The Woodlands, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-03-11 | £132,212 |
| 5 The Woodlands, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2020-07-24 | £137,306 |
| 9 The Woodlands, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2014-06-20 | £186,672 |
| 12 The Woodlands, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2013-04-11 | £151,571 |
HU5 2BW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambert Childrens Centre Lambert Street , HU5 2SG | - not rated | 631 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Children's Centre Burslem Street , Stafford Street HU2 9AP | - not rated | 1,929 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McMillan Nursery School Eleventh Avenue , HU6 8HT | - not rated | 2,304 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newland Avenue Primary School Newland Avenue , HU5 3BH | - not rated | 454 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidmouth Primary School Sidmouth Street , HU5 2JY | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidmouth Primary School Sidmouth Street , HU5 2JY | - not rated | 607 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's Voluntary Catholic Academy Queens Road , HU5 2QR | 3out of 4 | 863 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent's RC Primary School Queens Road , HU5 2QR | - not rated | 863 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newland School for Girls Cottingham Road , HU6 7RU | 3out of 4 | 1,274 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Newland School for Girls Cottingham Road , HU6 7RU | - not rated | 1,274 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Kelvin Hall School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4QH | - not rated | 1,464 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelvin Hall School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4QH | 3out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull Trinity House Academy Beverley Road , HU3 1UP | - not rated | 1,466 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | 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 | 1,621 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull College Queen's Gardens , Wilberforce Drive HU1 3DG | - not rated | 3,108 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hull Grammar School Cottingham Road , HU5 2DL | - not rated | 764 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Froebel House School 5 Marlborough Avenue , HU5 3JP | - not rated | 891 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Hull Cottingham Road , HU6 7RX | - not rated | 926 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Language Unit Thoresby Centre , Thoresby Street HU5 3RQ | - not rated | 1,197 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Language Unit Welbeck Street , HU5 3RQ | - not rated | 1,197 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Relax Coffee Shop | 51 Newland Avenue | 534 yd | |
| Sleepers Bar | 47-49 Newland Avenue | 539 yd | |
| Mancia | 45 Newland Avenue | 543 yd | |
| Peace, Newland Cafe & Breakfast | 73 Newland Avenue | 549 yd | |
| Pera Chocolate & Cafe | 81 Newland Avenue | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hull & East Riding Sports Club | Hull And East Riding Sports Ground, Chanterlands Avenue | 413 yd | |
| Vox Box Hull | 64-70 Newland Avenue | 577 yd | |
| Piper Club | Piper Club Public House, Newland Avenue | 667 yd | |
| Grafton Hotel | 114-116 Grafton Street | 751 yd | |
| New Adelphi Club | 89 De Grey Street | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newland Pizza | 57 Newland Avenue | 538 yd | |
| Majestic | 71 Newland Avenue | 551 yd | |
| Jericho Takeaway | 4 Newland Avenue | 586 yd | |
| The Sizzling Grill | 10 Newland Avenue | 593 yd | |
| Pizza Hot | 100 Newland Avenue | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 76-78 Newland Avenue | 575 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 124 Newland Avenue | 628 yd | |
| Tesco | 245 Newland Avenue | 894 yd | |
| Londis Chanterlands Avenue | 161 Chanterlands Avenue | 950 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 78 Chanterlands Avenue | 1,016 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Hull And East Riding Sports Club CHANTERLANDS AVENUE | grass pitches, squash courts | 413 yd |
| Hull Sports Centre CHANTERLANDS AVENUE | grass pitches, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 719 yd |
| Hull Grammar School (Closed) Cottingham Road | health and fitness suite | 768 yd |
| Bricknell Primary School BRICKNELL AVENUE | grass pitches | 947 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 | 251.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 269.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 66.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.