Escrick Street is in York and in York district. YO10 4AW is located in the Fishergate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Central. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Escrick Street, York, YO10 4AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO10 4FJ, YO10 4AJ, YO10 4AN, YO10 5AQ, YO10 4AQ, YO10 4AP, YO10 4AE, YO10 5AS, YO10 4AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO10 4AW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 44.8% | 48.3% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 55.2% | 51.7% | -3.5% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 YO10 4AW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.6% 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 | 62.7% | 60.6% | -2.1% | 37.9% | 22.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.7% | 25.3% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -18.9% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 9.4% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.7% | 43.6% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 40.5% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 12.6% | 3.5% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 YO10 4AW this area, 6.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.5% | 6.3% | -1.2% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.8% | 5% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 6.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -6.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.7% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 30.8% | 31.7% | 0.9% | 16.9% | 14.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.3% | 43% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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 | 3.8% | 0.6% | -3.2% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 87% | 91.1% | 4.1% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 81.5% 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 | 82.3% | 81.5% | -0.8% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| European Union | 6.5% | 10.3% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 1.8% | -3.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82% | 81.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 7% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 3.4% | -1.6% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 3.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 1.9% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.5% | 37.2% | 18.3% |
| Christian | 33.6% | 46.2% | -12.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Escrick Street was 75.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.7% lower than the Fishergate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Escrick Street has the 14th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Fishergate and the 208th highest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Escrick Mews, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2024-06-06 | £229,609 |
| 5 Escrick Mews, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-10-16 | £200,202 |
| 6 Escrick Mews, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2023-08-25 | £135,000 |
| 12 Escrick Street, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-02-21 | £154,839 |
| 9 Escrick Mews, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £159,995 | 2021-02-26 | £190,720 |
YO10 4AW 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 YO10 4AW 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 | 73 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 65 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,758 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 | 81 yd | Community 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 | 227 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lawrence's Church of England Primary Academy Heslington Road , YO10 5BW | 1out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarcroft Primary School Moss Street , YO23 1BS | 4out of 4 | 996 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knavesmire Primary School Trafalgar Street , YO23 1HY | 4out of 4 | 1,373 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 | 1,110 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulford School Fulfordgate , Heslington Lane YO10 4FY | 4out of 4 | 2,058 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy Hull Road , YO10 5ZA | 4out of 4 | 2,504 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 3,383 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 | 3,402 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danesgate Community Danesgate , Fulford Cross YO10 4PB | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York Steiner School Danesmead , Fulford Cross YO10 4PB | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 1,533 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount School (York) Dalton Terrace , YO24 4DD | - not rated | 1,543 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 1,681 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toto’s York | 1 Fawcett Street | 175 yd | |
| The Garden of India | 5 Fawcett Street | 175 yd | |
| Shi Shang Restaurant | 2 Fawcett Street | 175 yd | |
| Mirchiz | 98 Fishergate | 209 yd | |
| York Barbican | Paragon Street | 213 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Arms | 25 Fishergate | 121 yd | |
| Sea Horses Hotel | 4 Fawcett Street | 175 yd | |
| Victoria Hotel | 1 Heslington Road | 225 yd | |
| The Masons Arms | 6 Fishergate | 238 yd | |
| The Phoenix | 75 George Street | 281 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul Grill | 102 Fishergate | 209 yd | |
| Shilin House | 108 Fishergate | 209 yd | |
| Maks Chinese Takeaway | 106 Fishergate | 209 yd | |
| Efe's Pizza | 26 Heslington Road | 225 yd | |
| Wawin Chinese Restaurant | 41 Heslington Road | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-Op Store, Paragon Street | 154 yd | |
| Tesco | 34 Piccadilly | 563 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Unit 1, Foss Islands Retail Pa, Foss Islands Road | 647 yd | |
| Waitrose | Foss Islands Road | 647 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 214 Fulford Road | 698 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fishergate Primary School FISHERGATE | grass pitches | 79 yd |
| York Barbican Centre (Closed) Paragon Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 149 yd |
| St Georges Rc Primary School WINTERSCALE STREET | grass pitches | 180 yd |
| Tramways Working Mens Club MILL STREET | 371 yd | |
| St Lawrences Ce Primary School Heslington Road | grass pitches | 658 yd |
| Rowntree Park Tennis Club ROWNTREE PARK ROWNTREE PARK TERRY AVENUE | tennis courts | 708 yd |
| Rowntree Park Terry Avenue | tennis courts | 726 yd |
| Emperors Health & Fitness Club THE SAWMILL THE SAWMILL SKELDERGATE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 730 yd |
| Ebor Fitness FULFORD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 789 yd |
| The Retreat (York) HESLINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 830 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 4.3% |
| Median download speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.25 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.