Navigation Road is in York and in York district. YO1 9UG is located in the Guildhall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Central. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Navigation Road, York, YO1 9UG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO1 9UW, YO1 9UF, YO1 9UD, YO1 9UQ, YO1 9UH, YO1 9UA, YO10 4XB, YO1 9TL, YO1 2TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO1 9UG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.6% | 51.9% | 5.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 53.4% | 48.1% | -5.3% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 9UG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 55.2% 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 | 58.6% | 55.2% | -3.4% | 37.9% | 17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20% | 19.7% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -24.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 8.1% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 5.9% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 14.3% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 | 48.5% | 45.1% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 32% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 13.1% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 7.1% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 24.1% | 26.9% | 2.8% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 7.2% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.3% | 8.1% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 7.2% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 10.3% | -6.1% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 35.4% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 7.3% | 4.9% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 3.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 79.9% | 75.1% | -4.8% | 81.4% | -6.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 11.9% | 12.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 12.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 2.4% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 82.2% 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 | 84% | 82.2% | -1.8% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| European Union | 7.8% | 7.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.1% | 6.4% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.8% | 83.1% | 0.3% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 6% | 7.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.6% | 76.7% | -15.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 5.4% | 1.3% | 4.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 3% | 0.1% | 2.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 45.5% | 46.2% | -0.7% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Navigation Road was 382.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.3% higher than the Guildhall average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Navigation Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 130 local areas in Guildhall and the 25th highest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 100.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Navigation Road, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2026-01-19 | £237,046 |
| 54 Navigation Road, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2020-09-17 | £195,825 |
| 30 Navigation Road, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-09-28 | £187,376 |
| 30 Navigation Road, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2012-02-10 | £181,698 |
| 30 Navigation Road, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £47,700 | 2000-03-03 | £183,740 |
YO1 9UG 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 9UG 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 | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Other | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Nursery School Kingsway North , YO30 6JA | 3out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fishergate Primary School Fishergate , YO10 4AP | 3out of 4 | 617 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Lawrence's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Heslington Road , YO10 5BW | - not rated | 671 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lawrence's Church of England Primary School Heslington Road , YO10 5BW | 3out of 4 | 671 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Roman Catholic Primary School, York 1 Winterscale Street , Fishergate YO10 4BT | - not rated | 702 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy 1 Winterscale Street , Fishergate YO10 4BT | 3out of 4 | 702 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 1,611 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | - not rated | 1,611 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic School York Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | - not rated | 1,739 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Anne School Queen Anne Road , YO30 7WA | - not rated | 1,826 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,957 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York Sixth Form College Sim Balk Lane , Tadcaster Road YO23 2UD | - not rated | 4,406 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real School York Environmental Community , Centre YO10 3EN | - not rated | 646 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| York College for Girls 62 Petergate , YO1 7HZ | - not rated | 871 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Minster School Deangate , YO1 7JA | - not rated | 882 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 1,161 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 1,484 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chef Lu's Chinese Restaurant | 40 Huby Court, Speculation Street | 93 yd | |
| Masala Craft | 72 Walmgate | 128 yd | |
| Oishii izakaya | 58 Walmgate | 128 yd | |
| Starbucks | Unit 5a, Foss Islands Retail Park, Foss Islands Road | 150 yd | |
| Noodle Lane | 74 Walmgate | 227 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yemen Heaven | 98 Walmgate | 128 yd | |
| Brown Cow | 36 Hope Street | 214 yd | |
| Waggon & Horses | 19 Lawrence Street | 260 yd | |
| Lawrence St WMC | 27 Lawrence Street | 260 yd | |
| The Rose and Crown | 13 Lawrence Street | 260 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vikings Pizza | 71 Walmgate | 189 yd | |
| Walmgate Sandwich Bar | 65 Walmgate | 189 yd | |
| The Biga+ | 67 Walmgate | 193 yd | |
| Dominic Pizza | 3 Lawrence Street | 260 yd | |
| Jennys Fish and Chips | 1 Lawrence Street | 260 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Warehouse | Unit 1, Foss Islands Retail Pa, Foss Islands Road | 150 yd | |
| Waitrose | Foss Islands Road | 150 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Store, James Street | 354 yd | |
| Co-op | Co-Op Store, Paragon Street | 398 yd | |
| Tesco | 34 Piccadilly | 419 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tramways Working Mens Club MILL STREET | 336 yd | |
| York Barbican Centre (Closed) Paragon Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 402 yd |
| Fishergate Primary School FISHERGATE | grass pitches | 605 yd |
| St Lawrences Ce Primary School Heslington Road | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Ultraflex York LAYERTHORPE | health and fitness suite | 680 yd |
| St Georges Rc Primary School WINTERSCALE STREET | grass pitches | 722 yd |
| Emperors Health & Fitness Club THE SAWMILL THE SAWMILL SKELDERGATE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 840 yd |
| The Retreat (York) HESLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 924 yd |
| Pace Health Club (York) (Closed) North Street | health and fitness suite | 999 yd |
| Hull Road Park Alcuin Avenue | tennis courts | 1,070 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.