Hospital Road is in Malton and in North Yorkshire district. YO17 7NF is located in the Malton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thirsk and Malton. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hospital Road, Malton, YO17 7NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO17 7NE, YO17 7NA, YO17 7NN, YO17 7YU, YO17 7BW, YO17 7BP, YO17 7BD, YO17 7YX, YO17 7NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO17 7NF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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% | 48.5% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 50% | 51.5% | 1.5% | 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 YO17 7NF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70.8% 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 | 21.8% | 18.4% | -3.4% | 37.9% | -19.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.7% | 70.8% | 7.1% | 44.2% | 26.6% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 4.8% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 4.8% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) 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 | 46.5% | 55.2% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 6.8% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 31% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 11% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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.
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 52.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.5% | 13.3% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.1% | 3.1% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.7% | 11% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 12.2% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 52.5% | 8.1% | 33.8% | 18.7% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 95.1% | 96.8% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 85.4% 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 | 93% | 85.4% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 9.1% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 85.4% | -7.3% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 4.5% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hospital Road was 21.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.0% lower than the Malton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hospital Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Malton and the 546th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 84.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Hospital Road, Malton, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2007-12-12 | £457,900 |
YO17 7NF 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 retired residents living in YO17 7NF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Highfield Road , YO17 7DB | 4out of 4 | 1,480 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malton Community Primary School Highfield Road , YO17 7DB | 2out of 4 | 1,480 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton Community Primary School Grove Street , Norton YO17 9BG | 3out of 4 | 1,857 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Amotherby Community Primary School Meadowfield , Amotherby YO17 6TG | 3out of 4 | 3,877 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malton School Middlecave Road , YO17 7NH | 3out of 4 | 336 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton College Langton Road , Norton YO17 9PT | 3out of 4 | 2,324 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malton Montessori School Uplands House , Castle Howard Road YO17 6NJ | - not rated | 394 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Head | Amotherby, Malton | 390 yd | |
| Lutt And Turner | 12/14 Market Street, Malton | 590 yd | |
| FortySix | 46 Market Place, Malton | 595 yd | |
| The New Derwent Coffee Bar And Bistro | 57 Market Place, Malton | 599 yd | |
| Omni | 22 - 24 Market Place, Malton | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ball | 14 Newbiggin, Malton | 409 yd | |
| The Spotted Cow | Spotted Cow, Cattle Market | 505 yd | |
| Chapter Two Bar | 5 Market Place, Malton | 539 yd | |
| Milton Rooms | Market Place, Malton | 599 yd | |
| The New Globe | 3 Yorkersgate, Malton | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Half Time Hut | Malton Community Sports Centre, Broughton Road | 232 yd | |
| La Unica And The Hen House | 19 - 23 Newbiggin, Malton | 506 yd | |
| The Groovy Moo Ice Cream Co. Limited | 3 Talbot Yard, Yorkersgate | 564 yd | |
| Connies | Greengate, Malton | 651 yd | |
| Speedy Pepper | 26 Yorkersgate, Malton | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Castlegate, Malton | 887 yd | |
| Asda | Norton Road, Norton | 936 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 1 Milton Avenue, Malton | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Malton Community Sports Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 413 yd |
| The Workhouse Gym 7A 7A MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite | 587 yd |
| Body And Soul 41B 41B GREENGATE | health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Malton Squash Club Old Maltongate | squash courts, tennis courts | 889 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.