Smiddy Hill is in Pickering and in North Yorkshire district. YO18 7AN is located in the Pickering electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thirsk and Malton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Smiddy Hill, Pickering, YO18 7AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO18 7AL, YO18 7DG, YO18 7AW, YO18 7AS, YO18 7DL, YO18 7EZ, YO18 7JD, YO18 7AE, YO18 7AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO18 7AN has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% 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 | 57.5% | 47.9% | -9.6% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 42.5% | 52.1% | 9.6% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.8% | 33.1% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 44.2% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 12.7% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 7.7% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 37.7% | 39.9% | 2.2% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 41% | 34.7% | -6.3% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 19.2% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 7.5% | 5.2% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.6% | 16.8% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 7.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 14.7% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 8.2% | 6.7% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 10.3% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.1% | 41.8% | 3.7% | 33.8% | 8.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.9% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95.8% | 95.3% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.3% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Smiddy Hill was 120.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.5% higher than the Pickering average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Smiddy Hill has the 5th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Pickering and the 254th highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Smiddy Hill, Pickering, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-08-31 | £248,631 |
| 7 Smiddy Hill, Pickering, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £238,466 | 2023-02-07 | £237,265 |
| 7 Smiddy Hill, Pickering, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £197,200 | 2021-01-22 | £220,151 |
| 4 Smiddy Hill, Pickering, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2020-06-04 | £188,429 |
| 7 Smiddy Hill, Pickering, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2017-09-29 | £289,227 |
YO18 7AN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
YO18 7AN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 YO18 7AN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pickering Community Infant School Ruffa Lane , YO18 7AT | 3out of 4 | 303 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pickering Community Junior School Middleton Road , YO18 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 651 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Swainsea Lane , YO18 8AR | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Dale CofE Primary School Castle Close , Thornton Dale YO18 7TW | - not rated | 3,735 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lady Lumley's School Swainsea Lane , YO18 8NG | - not rated | 905 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Cocoa | 6 Smiddy Hill, Pickering | 4 yd | |
| The Black Swan Hotel | Black Swan Inn, Birdgate | 61 yd | |
| Pizza Figaro | 2 Birdgate, Pickering | 61 yd | |
| Spice 4U | 41 Hungate, Pickering | 72 yd | |
| Musical Memories Winter Warmers | 29 Hungate, Pickering | 72 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number Four Bar | Number 4, Market Place | 175 yd | |
| Bay Horse Inn | Market Place, Pickering | 179 yd | |
| The Rose Inn | Bridge Street, Pickering | 306 yd | |
| Pickering Recreation Club | Mill Lane, Pickering | 386 yd | |
| Sun Inn | 136 Westgate, Pickering | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chico's Pizzeria | El Chico's Pizzeria, 42A Hungate | 72 yd | |
| Country Crust | 16A Market Place, Pickering | 145 yd | |
| Bits & Pizzas | 7 Burgate, Pickering | 194 yd | |
| Lee's Chinese Takeaway | Lee's Takeaway, 18 Eastgate | 238 yd | |
| Potter Hill Fisheries | 13 Potter Hill, Pickering | 439 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co Op, Champley Mews | 262 yd | |
| Co-op | Co-Operative Lateshop, 99 Eastgate | 318 yd | |
| Lidl | Vivis Lane, Pickering | 465 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Lane Recreation Ground BEECHLAWN BEECHLAWN MILL LANE | grass pitches, indoor bowls | 303 yd |
| Ryedale Swim & Fitness Centre MILL LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 403 yd |
| Pickering Community Junior School Middleton Road | grass pitches | 739 yd |
| Fit For Life (Closed) Outgang Road | health and fitness suite | 777 yd |
| Lady Lumleys School Swainsea Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 926 yd |
| Ryedale Sports Centre RYEDALE SPORTS CENTRE RYEDALE SPORTS CENTRE SWAINSEA LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 986 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.