Montrose Street is in Hull and in Kingston Upon Hull district. HU8 7RU is located in the Drypool electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingston upon Hull East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Montrose Street, Hull, HU8 7RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU8 7RZ, HU8 7RS, HU8 7RX, HU8 7RY, HU8 7RR, HU8 7SB, HU8 8TZ, HU8 7RP, HU8 7SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HU8 7RU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 48.3% | 49.1% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 51.7% | 50.9% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 HU8 7RU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.1% 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 | 50% | 59.1% | 9.1% | 37.9% | 21.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26% | 19.9% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -24.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.8% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 13% | 12.4% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 7% | 3.8% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 35.7% | 41% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 33.2% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 16.6% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 9.1% | 7.9% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.5% | 21.2% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 13% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.7% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 7.1% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 16.3% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 20.7% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 4% | 7.1% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 4.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.1% | 94.3% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 86.4% 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% | 86.4% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 11% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 86.4% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 4.4% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.8% | 76.7% | -10.9% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 4.8% | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Romania | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.7% | 37.2% | 16.5% |
| Christian | 32.8% | 46.2% | -13.4% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 10.9% | 6.0% | 4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Montrose Street was 388.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 127.5% higher than the Drypool average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Montrose Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Drypool and the 59th highest crime rate of 828 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 196.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Montrose Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2023-12-20 | £51,280 |
| 31 Montrose Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2023-12-07 | £58,670 |
| 1 Montrose Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-11-24 | £85,772 |
| 6 Montrose Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-09-22 | £85,425 |
| 31 Montrose Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2023-07-21 | £60,041 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Eleventh Avenue , HU6 8HT | 3out of 4 | 4,328 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mersey Primary Academy Derwent Street , HU8 8TX | 3out of 4 | 524 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckingham Primary Academy Buckingham Street , HU8 8UG | 2out of 4 | 862 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoneferry Primary School Stoneferry Road , HU7 0BA | 3out of 4 | 1,160 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcott Primary School Westcott Street , HU8 8NB | 3out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Craven Primary Academy New Bridge Road , HU9 2DR | 4out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ron Dearing UTC Kingston Square , HU2 8BQ | - not rated | 1,504 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull Trinity House Academy Charlotte Street Mews , HU1 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,523 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Malet Lambert James Reckitt Avenue , HU8 0JD | 3out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winifred Holtby Academy Midmere Avenue , Leads Road HU7 4PW | 2out of 4 | 3,024 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Sentamu Academy 1 Bilton Grove , HU9 5YB | 2out of 4 | 3,139 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,464 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilberforce College Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HD | - not rated | 3,874 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyke Sixth Form College Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4NT | - not rated | 4,713 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Academy Fountain Road , HU2 0LH | 3out of 4 | 1,089 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TLG Hull School Street , Hull HU1 3SR | - not rated | 1,872 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Froebel House School 5 Marlborough Avenue , HU5 3JP | - not rated | 2,705 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tweendykes School Midmere Avenue, Leads Road , HU7 4PW | 4out of 4 | 2,729 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hymers College Hymers Avenue , Hull HU3 1LW | - not rated | 3,100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tru Cafe | 177 Cleveland Street | 401 yd | |
| Snak Shak Cafe | 181 Cleveland Street | 407 yd | |
| Kingston Cafe | Unit 100, Hull Microfirms Centre, 266-290 Wincolmlee | 607 yd | |
| Bankside Cafe also T/A The Bankside Brownie Co Ltd | 330-338 Wincolmlee | 662 yd | |
| Garden Village Catering and Tearoom | The Club House, Elm Avenue | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punch Bowl | James Reckitt Avenue | 251 yd | |
| Jesmond Arms | 328 Holderness Road | 971 yd | |
| Ritz Cabaret Show Bar | 17 Holderness Road | 996 yd | |
| The Whalebone | 165 Wincolmlee | 1,002 yd | |
| The Vault | 51-53 Witham | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza City | 4-6 James Reckitt Avenue | 233 yd | |
| Royal Fisheries | 12 James Reckitt Avenue | 233 yd | |
| Papa John's | 171 Holderness Road | 750 yd | |
| The Frying Pan | 279 Holderness Road | 781 yd | |
| Hull Kebab and Pizza | 281 Holderness Road | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | The Mount Retail Park, Mount Pleasant | 864 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 280-284 Holderness Road | 868 yd | |
| Iceland | 324 Holderness Road | 960 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Village Community Centre Elm Avenue | 713 yd | |
| Simpson Crescent Park Simpson Crescent | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Hull) THE MOUNT RETAIL PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 807 yd |
| Brooklands Sport & Social Club (Closed) Chamberlain Road | grass pitches | 891 yd |
| East Hull Pools & Sauna Suite (Closed) HOLDERNESS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 915 yd |
| Bodyworld And Ladies Only Shape & Fitness Centre WILLIAMSON STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,022 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 | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| 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 | 318 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 236.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.