Plimsoll Way is in Hull and in Kingston Upon Hull district. HU9 1PW is located in the Drypool electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingston upon Hull East. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Plimsoll Way, Hull, HU9 1PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU9 1PQ, HU9 1TR, HU9 1HD, HU9 1PR, HU9 1QG, HU9 1PN, HU9 1QH, HU9 1TG, HU9 1TH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding HU9 1PW is primarily male, with 64.3% of the population 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 | 34.2% | 35.7% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -15.3% |
| Male | 65.8% | 64.3% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 15.3% |
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 HU9 1PW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.9% 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 | 59.2% | 57.9% | -1.3% | 37.9% | 20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19.7% | 20% | 0.3% | 44.2% | -24.2% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 6.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 13.8% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.6% | 46.2% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 41.7% | 12.0% | 33.6% | 8.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 7.1% | -7.5% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.1% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.8% | 14.4% | 2.6% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 6.8% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 8.9% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 14.4% | 0.6% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.8% | 48.6% | 9.8% | 33.8% | 14.8% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.4% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 2.6% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 8.5% | 7.2% | 3.1% | 5.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 0.7% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 87.3% | 81% | -6.3% | 81.4% | -0.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
In this area, 74.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 74.7% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -8.5% |
| European Union | 8.2% | 11.7% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.7% | 12.3% | 6.6% | 5.6% | 6.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.3% | 74.7% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 5.7% | 3.9% | -1.8% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 7% | 11.7% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 9.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 5.2% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 76.7% | -4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.2% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 7.1% | 1.2% | 5.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 22.1% | 46.2% | -24.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 5.4% | 1.7% | 3.7% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Plimsoll Way was 197.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.4% higher than the Drypool average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Plimsoll Way has the 19th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Drypool and the 171st highest crime rate of 828 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Plimsoll Way, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-11-29 | £122,151 |
| 19 Plimsoll Way, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,250 | 2024-04-09 | £98,928 |
| 37 Plimsoll Way, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-10-12 | £113,670 |
| 25 Plimsoll Way, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-11-22 | £127,368 |
| 7 Plimsoll Way, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-09-06 | £139,926 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Retired | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Dock Primary School South Bridge Road , Victoria Dock HU9 1TL | - not rated | 186 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Craven Primary Academy New Bridge Road , HU9 2DR | 4out of 4 | 1,466 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckingham Primary Academy Buckingham Street , HU8 8UG | 2out of 4 | 1,718 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Estcourt Primary Academy Estcourt Street , HU9 2RP | 3out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Charles Voluntary Catholic Academy Norfolk Street , HU2 9AA | 2out of 4 | 1,932 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hull Trinity House Academy Charlotte Street Mews , HU1 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,110 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ron Dearing UTC Kingston Square , HU2 8BQ | - not rated | 1,277 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Boulevard Academy Massey Close , HU3 3QT | 2out of 4 | 3,493 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malet Lambert James Reckitt Avenue , HU8 0JD | 3out of 4 | 3,555 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Sentamu Academy 1 Bilton Grove , HU9 5YB | 2out of 4 | 3,615 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 | 874 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilberforce College Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HD | - not rated | 5,045 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyke Sixth Form College Bricknell Avenue , HU5 4NT | - not rated | 5,468 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLG Hull School Street , Hull HU1 3SR | - not rated | 1,398 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rise Academy Fountain Road , HU2 0LH | 3out of 4 | 2,128 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Boulevard Centre 172 Boulevard , Kingston-upon-Hull HU3 3EL | 4out of 4 | 3,140 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hymers College Hymers Avenue , Hull HU3 1LW | - not rated | 3,202 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Froebel House School 5 Marlborough Avenue , HU5 3JP | - not rated | 3,235 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Divide Cafe | 16-20 Hedon Road | 423 yd | |
| Smith & Nephew Staff Canteen | 101 Hessle Road | 494 yd | |
| Crack 'n Egg | 3-5 Church Street | 530 yd | |
| The Den | 42-43 High Street | 738 yd | |
| Hangout Artisan Bakehouse | 165 High Street | 756 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Crowns | The Goldcrest, Plimsoll Way | 191 yd | |
| Victoria Hotel | 36 Hedon Road | 397 yd | |
| Victoria Dock Tavern | Victoria Dock Tavern Public House, 48 Great Union Street | 439 yd | |
| Clarence Snooker Club | 60 Clarence Street | 628 yd | |
| Red Lion Inn | Red Lion Hotel Public House, Clarence Street | 646 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria City | Unit 4, Plimsoll Way | 2 yd | |
| Rooted in Hull | St Peter Street | 494 yd | |
| Eikona | 27-28 Scale Lane | 798 yd | |
| Crystal | 44 Holderness Road | 855 yd | |
| Jennys Pantry 2 | 11 Holderness Road | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Hedon Road | 781 yd | |
| Adams Food Service | 57 Great Union Street | 848 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Unit 3, King William House, Market Place | 885 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria Park (Hull) VICTORIA PARK VICTORIA PARK SOUTH BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 184 yd |
| South Bridge Road Playing Field SOUTH BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 186 yd |
| Victoria Dock Primary School SOUTH BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 276 yd |
| Bodyworld And Ladies Only Shape & Fitness Centre WILLIAMSON STREET | health and fitness suite | 872 yd |
| Peak Physique (Hull) 2-12 2-12 NEW CLEVELAND STREET | health and fitness suite | 958 yd |
| East Hull Pools & Sauna Suite (Closed) HOLDERNESS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,016 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 | 183.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 49.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 125 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.