Greenwood Avenue is in Hull and in City Of Kingston Upon Hull district. HU6 8SU is located in the University 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 Greenwood Avenue, Hull, HU6 8SU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU6 8SN, HU6 8SP, HU6 8SH, HU6 8SJ, HU6 8ST, HU6 8SY, HU6 8SW, HU6 8SR, HU6 8TD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HU6 8SU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 50.8% | 49.9% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 49.2% | 50.1% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 HU6 8SU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.1% 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 | 41.5% | 48.1% | 6.6% | 37.9% | 10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.7% | 38% | -0.7% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 8.1% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 3.1% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 39.8% | 39.9% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 36.5% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 14.2% | -5.4% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 8% | 7.4% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 HU6 8SU this area, 31.3% 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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.1% | 31.3% | -11.8% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 15.2% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 11.3% | 1.0% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.1% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 15.6% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.5% | 19.9% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 6.7% | 1.6% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 3.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.2% | 87.7% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 6.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 82.9% 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 | 91.7% | 82.9% | -8.8% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 7.7% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 4.1% | 5.1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 82.9% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 9.7% | 9.1% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 1.7% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63% | 76.7% | -13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 44.7% | 46.2% | -1.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 7.4% | 6.5% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greenwood Avenue was 95.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.3% lower than the Orchard Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Greenwood Avenue has the 25th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Orchard Park and the 411th highest crime rate of 828 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 447 Greenwood Avenue, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2011-07-20 | £80,353 |
| 447 Greenwood Avenue, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £29,950 | 2001-03-30 | £124,363 |
HU6 8SU area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 10% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in HU6 8SU area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Unemployed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Eleventh Avenue , HU6 8HT | 3out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croxby Primary School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4TN | 1out of 4 | 766 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hall Road Academy Hall Road , HU6 8PP | 3out of 4 | 815 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Voluntary Catholic Academy Dane Park Road , HU6 9AA | 3out of 4 | 905 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks Primary Academy Courtway Road , HU6 9TA | 3out of 4 | 966 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Green Way Academy 21st Avenue , HU6 8HD | 3out of 4 | 1,513 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelvin Hall School Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4QH | 4out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newland School for Girls Cottingham Road , HU6 7RU | 2out of 4 | 1,527 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Mary's College, Voluntary Catholic Academy Cranbrook Avenue , HU6 7TN | 4out of 4 | 1,973 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sirius Academy North 540 Hall Road , HU6 9BP | 3out of 4 | 2,124 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottingham High School and Sixth Form College Harland Way , HU16 5PX | 3out of 4 | 3,318 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,566 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick Holmes School Inglemire Lane , HU6 8JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Hull Cottingham Road , HU6 7RX | - not rated | 1,903 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Froebel House School 5 Marlborough Avenue , HU5 3JP | - not rated | 3,359 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hymers College Hymers Avenue , Hull HU3 1LW | - not rated | 3,791 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hub School Springhead Lane , Anlaby Common HU5 5YJ | 2out of 4 | 3,882 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Training Centre Canteen | Courtland Road | 818 yd | |
| Hull serviced apartments Ltd | Thwaite Street, Cottingham | 890 yd | |
| McDonald's | 390 Cottingham Road | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Inglemire | 589 Inglemire Lane | 135 yd | |
| Spotted Dog | 575 Inglemire Lane | 213 yd | |
| The West Bulls | Hull Road, Cottingham | 776 yd | |
| Goodfellowship Inn | Goodfellowship Inn Public House, Cottingham Road | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inglemire Pizza | 563 Inglemire Lane | 135 yd | |
| Diago's Deli | 563a Inglemire Lane | 135 yd | |
| Robin Hood | 553 Inglemire Lane | 312 yd | |
| Endike Friary | 485 Endike Lane | 475 yd | |
| China Dragon | 514 Inglemire Lane | 565 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 481 Endike Lane | 517 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 459 Endike Lane | 623 yd | |
| Tesco | 290 Bricknell Avenue | 1,026 yd | |
| Express Supermarket | 282-284 Bricknell Avenue | 1,028 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 280 Greenwood Avenue | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hall Road Academy HALL ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 669 yd |
| John Fisher Playing Fields EARLSCOURT | grass pitches | 746 yd |
| Cottingham Croxby Primary School BRICKNELL AVENUE | grass pitches | 795 yd |
| Cottingham Lawn Tennis Club HULL ROAD | tennis courts | 857 yd |
| Frederick Holmes School INGLEMIRE LANE | swimming pool | 883 yd |
| The Parks Academy COURTWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| St Anthony'S Voluntary Catholic Primary School DANE PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| King George Playing Fields SWANLAND GROVE | grass pitches | 1,059 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.