Waveney Road is in Hull and in City Of Kingston Upon Hull district. HU8 9ES is located in the Longhill & Bilton Grange 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 Waveney Road, Hull, HU8 9ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU8 9ET, HU8 9EU, HU8 9PP, HU8 9ED, HU8 9EH, HU8 9LS, HU8 9ER, HU8 9PL, HU8 9LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HU8 9ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents 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 | 51.9% | 52.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 47.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 9ES, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% 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 | 37.3% | 44.1% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.3% | 32.2% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -12.0% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 4.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 13.2% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 6.2% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 36.2% | 45% | 8.8% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 34.8% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 17% | 12.1% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.4% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
In the area around HU8 9ES this area, 32.6% 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 13.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.8% | 32.6% | -5.2% | 18.2% | 14.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 16.3% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 6.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 13.7% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 6.6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 14.1% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 6% | 13.2% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -20.6% |
| Other | 7.6% | 3.5% | -4.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 95.3% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 98.4% | 94.6% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 94.6% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 76.7% | -9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.6% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.3% | 37.2% | 25.1% |
| Christian | 33.5% | 46.2% | -12.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waveney Road was 177.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.5% higher than the Ings average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Waveney Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 98 local areas in Ings and the 200th highest crime rate of 825 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 122.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Waveney Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2025-03-31 | £97,380 |
| 43 Waveney Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2025-03-27 | £87,129 |
| 41 Waveney Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2022-12-09 | £98,558 |
| 42 Waveney Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-09-14 | £93,974 |
| 28 Waveney Road, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-01-08 | £98,405 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thanet Primary School Tedworth Road , Bilton Grange HU9 4AY | 3out of 4 | 661 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thanet Primary School Tedworth Road , HU9 4AY | - not rated | 661 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longhill Primary School Shannon Road , Longhill Estate HU8 9RW | - not rated | 674 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longhill Primary School Shannon Road , Longhill Estate HU8 9RW | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bellfield Primary School Saxby Road , Bellfield Avenue HU8 9DD | - not rated | 874 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Marvell College Barham Road , HU9 4EE | - not rated | 843 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Marvell College Barham Road , HU9 4EE | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Thurstan Church of England Voluntary Controlled School Hopewell Road , Bilton Grange Estate HU9 4HD | - not rated | 1,353 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Liberty Academy 1 Bilton Grove , HU9 5YB | 2out of 4 | 1,987 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Malet Lambert School Language College James Reckitt Avenue , HU8 0JD | - not rated | 2,269 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilberforce College Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HD | - not rated | 553 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield School Hopewell Road , HU9 4HD | - not rated | 1,265 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Hopewell Road , HU9 4HD | 3out of 4 | 1,265 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Euler Academy Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HJ | - not rated | 1,572 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Place 347 Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HR | - not rated | 1,911 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Place Safe Centre 347 Salthouse Road , HU8 9HR | - not rated | 1,911 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge Bar & Restaurant | 180 Saltshouse Road | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apollo | 1082 Holderness Road | 231 yd | |
| Crows Nest | 1 Douglas Road | 426 yd | |
| The Royal Charter | The Royal Charter, Western Gailes Way | 466 yd | |
| Four In Hand | Four In Hand Public House, 957 Holderness Road | 785 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Su Chinese Takeaway | 104 Shannon Road | 456 yd | |
| Jim's Plaice | 96 Shannon Road | 456 yd | |
| Quick Bite | 82 Shannon Road | 456 yd | |
| Top Taste | 62 Greenwich Avenue | 527 yd | |
| Scrumptious | 74 Greenwich Avenue | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 15 Greenwich Avenue | 435 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 82 Shannon Road | 456 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wilberforce Sixth Form College SALTSHOUSE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 554 yd |
| Longhill Primary School SHANNON ROAD | grass pitches | 668 yd |
| Eastmount Community Recreation Centre WAVENEY ROAD | 773 yd | |
| Eastmount And Longhill Playing Fields FROME ROAD | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Andrew Marvell Business And Enterprise College (Closed) Barham Road | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| The Marvell College BARHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 857 yd |
| Bellfield Primary School SAXBY ROAD | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Griffin Primary School BARHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Sutton Park Golf Club SALTSHOUSE ROAD | golf | 1,008 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 | 224.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 440 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 440 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 50.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.