LS22 5HT is in Walshford, Wetherby and North Yorkshire district. LS22 5HT is located in the Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Selby and Ainsty. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Walshford, Wetherby, LS22 5HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding LS22 5HT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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% | 53.5% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 46.5% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of LS22 5HT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.8% | 28.6% | 11.8% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.9% | 61.7% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 6% | -3.2% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 3% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (94.4%) 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 | 49.4% | 61.3% | 11.9% | 48.4% | 12.9% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 33.1% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 4.9% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -7.8% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 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.
In the area around LS22 5HT this area, 5.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 55.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.6% | 5.1% | -15.5% | 18.2% | -13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 5.1% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 11.6% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5.1% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 17.4% | 9.0% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.2% | 55.8% | 14.6% | 33.8% | 22.0% |
| Other | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 100% | 97.9% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 96.8% | 94.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 94.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 62.5% | 46.2% | 16.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around LS22 5HT was 44.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.7% lower than the Boroughbridge & Claro average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
LS22 5HT has the 31st highest crime rate of 94 local areas in Boroughbridge & Claro and the 914th highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walshford House, Wetherby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2005-10-26 | £491,297 |
The percentage of retired residents living in LS22 5HT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 43 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deighton Gates Primary School Deighton Road , LS22 7XL | 3out of 4 | 4,368 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldsborough Church of England Primary School Goldsborough , HG5 8NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,763 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Wetherby Barley Fields Road , LS22 6PR | 4out of 4 | 5,285 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Hallfield Lane , LS22 6JS | 3out of 4 | 5,386 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 73.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 73.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 73.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 73.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 21.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 21.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 26.3% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 220.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 31 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.