Priory Road is in Hull and in Kingston Upon Hull district. HU5 5SB is located in the Derringham 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 Priory Road, Hull, HU5 5SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU5 5SX, HU5 5RE, HU5 5RT, HU5 5SG, HU5 5RD, HU5 5SN, HU5 5SL, HU5 5RG, HU5 5SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HU5 5SB has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.8% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 65% | 58.8% | -6.2% | 51.0% | 7.8% |
| Male | 35% | 41.2% | 6.2% | 49.0% | -7.8% |
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 | 16.8% | 26.4% | 9.6% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.2% | 30.2% | -2.0% | 44.2% | -14.0% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 4.4% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 18.8% | 18.2% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 9.1% |
| Widowed | 30.9% | 20.8% | -10.1% | 6.1% | 14.7% |
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 (51.8%) 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 | 17.5% | 25.9% | 8.4% | 48.4% | -22.5% |
| Good health | 27.5% | 25.9% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 31.9% | 30.1% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 17.4% |
| Bad health | 18.1% | 15.7% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 11.7% |
| Very bad health | 5% | 2.4% | -2.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 HU5 5SB this area, 41.7% 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 13.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 57% | 41.7% | -15.3% | 18.2% | 23.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6% | 12.8% | 6.8% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 12.8% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 8.3% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 7.7% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -9.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.7% | 13.5% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -20.3% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.2% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.1% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 92.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 99.4% | 92.9% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.4% | 92.9% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.7% | 76.7% | -11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 30.2% | 13.5% | 16.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.2% | 37.2% | -10.0% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 10.1% | 6.0% | 4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priory Road was 54.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.1% lower than the Boothferry average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Priory Road has the 46th lowest crime rate of 135 local areas in Boothferry and the 241st lowest crime rate of 825 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% 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 7 465 Priory Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2025-03-21 | £79,005 |
| Apartment 3 465 Priory Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2024-02-21 | £62,645 |
| Apartment 2 465 Priory Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Other, an established residential building | £104,950 | 2023-01-04 | £103,901 |
| 351 Priory Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-08-18 | £171,970 |
| Apartment 7 465 Priory Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £74,950 | 2022-01-14 | £76,733 |
HU5 5SB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in HU5 5SB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Self-Employed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Eleventh Avenue , HU6 8HT | - not rated | 3,122 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambert Childrens Centre Lambert Street , HU5 2SG | - not rated | 3,159 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Children's Centre Burslem Street , Stafford Street HU2 9AP | - not rated | 4,323 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton Primary School Appleton Road , HU5 4PG | - not rated | 542 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appleton Primary School Appleton Road , HU5 4PG | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Primary School Priory Road , HU5 5RU | - not rated | 579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Primary School Priory Road , HU5 5RU | 3out of 4 | 579 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wold Primary School Wold Road , HU5 5QG | - not rated | 769 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Gee School Bishop Alcock Road , Bricknell Road HU5 4RS | - not rated | 552 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Kelvin Hall School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4QH | - not rated | 1,135 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelvin Hall School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4QH | 3out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newland School for Girls Cottingham Road , HU6 7RU | 3out of 4 | 2,462 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Newland School for Girls Cottingham Road , HU6 7RU | - not rated | 2,462 yd | Community school | No | Girls | 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 | 944 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull College Queen's Gardens , Wilberforce Drive HU1 3DG | - not rated | 5,427 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Tuition Service Senss , The Education Centre HU5 5RL | - not rated | 300 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derringham School Priory Road , HU5 5RU | - not rated | 552 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| PRU for Medical Needs The Priory Centre , Priory Road HU5 5RU | - not rated | 579 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ganton Special School Springhead Lane , Willerby Road HU5 5YJ | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hub School Springhead Lane , Anlaby Common HU5 5YJ | - not rated | 2,072 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Homes | 42 Hartoft Road | 925 yd | |
| Alachi | 191 Wold Road | 989 yd | |
| Cafe Two -0- One | 201 Wold Road | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Abbey Hotel | 141 Coronation Road North | 398 yd | |
| The Barrowman | 150 Hotham Road North | 867 yd | |
| The Odd Bottle | 260 Wold Road | 918 yd | |
| The Priory Inn (Tanks Tavern) | Priory Inn, 121 Priory Road | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Pizzeria | 346 Priory Road | 112 yd | |
| Hartoft Chinese Takeaway | 60 Hartoft Road | 859 yd | |
| Wing Hing | 248 Wold Road | 950 yd | |
| L'Italiano Gourmet Pizza | 240 Wold Road | 950 yd | |
| Ali Babas | 195 Wold Road | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budgens | 250-252 Wold Road | 946 yd | |
| Express Supermarket | 282-284 Bricknell Avenue | 1,061 yd | |
| Tesco | 290 Bricknell Avenue | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Priory Primary School PRIORY ROAD | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| Appleton Primary School APPLETON ROAD | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Kelvin Hall School Sports Field SLINGSBY CLOSE | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Wold Academy (Costello Fc) WOLD ROAD | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Wyke Sixth Form College BRICKNELL AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 935 yd |
| Cropton Road Playing Fields CROPTON ROAD | grass pitches | 995 yd |
| Cottingham Croxby Primary School BRICKNELL AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,064 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 | 53 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 954 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 954 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 35.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 191 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.