Portobello Street is in Hull and in City Of Kingston Upon Hull district. HU9 3JB is located in the Southcoates 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 Portobello Street, Hull, HU9 3JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: HU9 3JE, HU9 3JQ, HU9 3JS, HU9 3JR, HU9 3JU, HU9 3JJ, HU9 3LL, HU8 9AN, HU9 3JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding HU9 3JB 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% | 49.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 50% | 50.1% | 0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.9% | 36.4% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 45.6% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 1.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 8.5% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 6.4% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 50.3% | 41.4% | -8.9% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 40.2% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 13.3% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 4.7% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 13.7% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 15.4% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 15.8% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 9.1% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 19.6% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 23.2% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 4% | 3.2% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.5% | 93.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 92.9% | 93.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 92.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.7% | 37.2% | 12.5% |
| Christian | 37.7% | 46.2% | -8.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Portobello Street was 18.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.6% lower than the Holderness average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Portobello Street has the 10th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Holderness and the 54th lowest crime rate of 825 local areas in Kingston upon Hull, City of .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Portobello Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2024-08-09 | £158,942 |
| 5 Portobello Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-07-07 | £124,350 |
| 45 Portobello Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-10-06 | £157,730 |
| 25 Portobello Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Terraced, an established residential building | £76,000 | 2021-09-22 | £86,026 |
| 37 Portobello Street, Hull, City Of Kingston Upon Hull Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-09-06 | £141,241 |
HU9 3JB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton Children's Centre Burslem Street , Stafford Street HU2 9AP | - not rated | 4,113 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lambert Childrens Centre Lambert Street , HU5 2SG | - not rated | 4,841 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderman Cogan's CofE Primary School Whitworth Street , HU9 3HJ | - not rated | 429 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderman Cogan's Church of England Primary Academy Alderman Cogan Primary School, Whitworth Street , HU9 3HJ | 3out of 4 | 429 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ings Primary School Ings Road , HU8 0SL | - not rated | 757 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ings Primary School Ings Primary School , Ings Road HU8 0SL | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maybury Primary School Maybury Road , HU9 3LD | - not rated | 772 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malet Lambert School Language College James Reckitt Avenue , HU8 0JD | - not rated | 913 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malet Lambert James Reckitt Avenue , HU8 0JD | 3out of 4 | 913 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Liberty Academy 1 Bilton Grove , HU9 5YB | 2out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| David Lister School Rustenburg Street , HU9 2PR | - not rated | 1,428 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Thurstan Church of England Voluntary Controlled School Hopewell Road , Bilton Grange Estate HU9 4HD | - not rated | 2,016 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilberforce College Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HD | - not rated | 1,514 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hull College Queen's Gardens , Wilberforce Drive HU1 3DG | - not rated | 3,687 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Euler Academy Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HJ | - not rated | 1,720 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Place 347 Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HR | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Place Safe Centre 347 Salthouse Road , HU8 9HR | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Place Safe Cntr 347 Saltshouse Road , HU8 9HR | - not rated | 1,798 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield School Hopewell Road , HU9 4HD | - not rated | 1,887 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astoria Bingo & Social Club | 669 Holderness Road | 208 yd | |
| Eurasian (Hull) Ltd | 621 Holderness Road | 270 yd | |
| Yankys Place | 624 Holderness Road | 472 yd | |
| Chilli | 618 Holderness Road | 492 yd | |
| The Freedom Centre | The Freedom Centre, 97 Preston Road | 773 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willows Club | 695 Holderness Road | 152 yd | |
| Crooked Billet | 2 Ings Road | 348 yd | |
| The Mill | 602 Holderness Road | 568 yd | |
| Lenny's | 534 Holderness Road | 830 yd | |
| Savoy Hotel | Savoy Hotel Public House, Savoy Road | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masala | 693 Holderness Road | 153 yd | |
| New Mayflower | 691 Holderness Road | 154 yd | |
| Hot Pizza | 722 Holderness Road | 166 yd | |
| Raj Spice | 631 Holderness Road | 273 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 633 Holderness Road | 273 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | 740 Holderness Road | 93 yd | |
| Tesco | 832-836 Holderness Road | 110 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket | 716-718 Holderness Road | 166 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 4-6 Ings Centre | 820 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Supermarket, Ings Centre, Savoy Road | 820 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hull Dockers Rlfc HURLEY CLOSE | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| Alderman Cogans Ce Primary School WHITWORTH STREET | grass pitches | 430 yd |
| Charisma (Closed) Holderness Road | health and fitness suite | 472 yd |
| Woodford Leisure Centre Holderness Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 637 yd |
| Ings Primary School INGS ROAD | grass pitches | 787 yd |
| Maybury Primary School MAYBURY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 867 yd |
| East Park HOLDERNESS ROAD | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Malet Lambert School Language School JAMES RECKITT AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 896 yd |
| Bellfield Primary School SAXBY ROAD | grass pitches | 994 yd |
| Archbishop Sentamu Academy ARCHBISHOP SENTAMU ACADEMY ARCHBISHOP SENTAMU ACADEMY BILTON GROVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 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 | 212.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 424 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 53 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 52.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.