Micklegate is in York and in York district. YO1 6LF is located in the Micklegate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Central. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Micklegate, York, YO1 6LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO1 6LJ, YO1 6JP, YO1 6LN, YO1 1LN, YO1 6JL, YO1 6JR, YO1 6LL, YO1 6LQ, YO1 6LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO1 6LF is primarily male, with 54.5% 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 | 46.4% | 45.5% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -5.5% |
| Male | 53.6% | 54.5% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 5.5% |
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 YO1 6LF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 72.3% 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 | 61.6% | 72.3% | 10.7% | 37.9% | 34.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.1% | 19.9% | -1.2% | 44.2% | -24.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 3.1% | -11.0% | 9.1% | -6.0% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 (89.7%) 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 | 53.1% | 49.4% | -3.7% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 40.3% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 7.2% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 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 YO1 6LF this area, 3.8% 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 56.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.9% | 3.8% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -14.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.5% | 3.8% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 5% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -8.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 27.6% | 13.0% | 16.9% | 10.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 53% | 56.7% | 3.7% | 33.8% | 22.9% |
| Other | 6.5% | 0.8% | -5.7% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 4.6% | 1.1% | -3.5% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 84.7% | 81.5% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 3.7% |
In this area, 77.8% 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 | 77% | 77.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 9.2% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 10.2% | 8% | -2.2% | 5.6% | 2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76% | 76.9% | 0.9% | 83.2% | -6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 8.2% | 2.7% | -5.5% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.7% | 3.8% | -3.9% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 6.8% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 4.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 9.8% | 5.2% | 1.9% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Portugal | 3.4% | 0.5% | 2.9% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 1.9% | 13.5% | -11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.5% | 37.2% | 15.3% |
| Christian | 30.6% | 46.2% | -15.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Micklegate was 1508.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 377.5% higher than the Guildhall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Micklegate has the 5th highest crime rate of 130 local areas in Guildhall and the 5th highest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 724.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 37.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 4 40A Micklegate, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2023-07-07 | £120,198 |
| 42E Micklegate, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2023-04-17 | £136,413 |
| 42D Micklegate, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2023-03-31 | £136,551 |
| 56 Micklegate, York, York Other, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2023-03-24 | £471,903 |
| 56 Micklegate, York, York Other, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2022-07-08 | £404,798 |
YO1 6LF 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.
The percentage of student residents living in YO1 6LF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 69 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Nursery School 12 St Paul's Square , YO24 4BD | 3out of 4 | 837 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarcroft Primary School Moss Street , YO23 1BS | 4out of 4 | 599 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School St Paul's Terrace , Holgate YO24 4BJ | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy Monkgate , YO31 7PB | 4out of 4 | 1,147 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fishergate Primary School Fishergate , YO10 4AP | 3out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Barnabas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Jubilee Terrace , Leeman Road YO26 4YZ | 2out of 4 | 1,243 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 854 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 2,384 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulford School Fulfordgate , Heslington Lane YO10 4FY | 4out of 4 | 3,055 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | 1out of 4 | 3,086 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York College Sim Balk Lane , YO23 2BB | - not rated | 3,331 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 840 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount School (York) Dalton Terrace , YO24 4DD | - not rated | 880 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 1,119 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Danesgate Community Danesgate , Fulford Cross YO10 4PB | 3out of 4 | 1,945 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Coffee Roasters | 74 Micklegate | 14 yd | |
| No 84 Deli & Cafe | 84 Micklegate | 14 yd | |
| Cafe 42 | 42 Micklegate | 28 yd | |
| Red Chilli York | 25 George Hudson Street | 80 yd | |
| Hai Zhong Lao Hot Pot & BBQ | 10-12 George Hudson Street | 97 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ziggy's | 53-55 Micklegate | 52 yd | |
| Artful Dodger | 47 Micklegate | 52 yd | |
| Club Salvation | 25 Tanner Row | 59 yd | |
| The Ackhorne | 9 St Martins Lane | 76 yd | |
| Popworld | George Hudson Street | 80 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Plus | 36 Micklegate | 14 yd | |
| Micklegate Traditional Fish & Chips | 93 Micklegate | 156 yd | |
| Teajuanas Cocina | 91 Micklegate | 156 yd | |
| Salt and Pepper | 19 Tanner Row | 160 yd | |
| Krunchy's Sandwich Bar | 17 Rougier Street | 173 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Supermarket | Ground Floor, 2-4 George Hudson Street | 101 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 3, Queens House, Micklegate | 121 yd | |
| Tesco | 9-11 Low Ousegate | 352 yd | |
| Sainsburys | York Railway Station, Station Road | 384 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer, 9 Pavement | 555 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spa At The Grand STATION RISE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 139 yd |
| Pace Health Club (York) (Closed) North Street | health and fitness suite | 202 yd |
| Principal York Hotel Health Club STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 320 yd |
| Emperors Health & Fitness Club THE SAWMILL THE SAWMILL SKELDERGATE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 429 yd |
| York Ri Sports Centre YORK RAILWAY INSTITUTE GYMNASIUM YORK RAILWAY INSTITUTE GYMNASIUM QUEEN STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 448 yd |
| Bootham School Bootham | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 851 yd |
| All Saints Roman Catholic High School MILL MOUNT LANE | 887 yd | |
| Tramways Working Mens Club MILL STREET | 892 yd | |
| Mount School DALTON TERRACE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 946 yd |
| Bootham Park Hospital Recreation Field BOOTHAM PARK HOSPITAL BOOTHAM PARK HOSPITAL BOOTHAM | grass pitches | 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 | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 7.1% |
| Median download speed | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.92 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.