Moorgarth Avenue is in York and in York district. YO24 1DP 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 Moorgarth Avenue, York, YO24 1DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO24 1DW, YO24 1DR, YO24 1DN, YO24 1DT, YO24 1BY, YO24 1EH, YO24 1EA, YO24 4DX, YO24 4DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO24 1DP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 51.2% | 48.2% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 48.8% | 51.8% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 | 32.1% | 29% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 46.7% | 0.9% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 13.6% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 7.7% | 0.6% | 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 | 43.8% | 41.3% | -2.5% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 34.7% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 16.3% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19% | 13.2% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6% | 4.2% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.3% | 10.2% | 1.9% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 9.6% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% | 16.9% | -7.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.8% | 49.7% | 3.9% | 33.8% | 15.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 95% | 94.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 92.5% | 89.2% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 3.6% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 89.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 6.7% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 2.6% | -2.4% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Moorgarth Avenue was 84.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.8% higher than the Holgate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moorgarth Avenue has the 20th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Holgate and the 183rd highest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Moorgarth Avenue, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-11-30 | £340,051 |
| 10 Moorgarth Avenue, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2023-08-07 | £475,000 |
| 18 Moorgarth Avenue, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-07-19 | £337,997 |
| 33 Moorgarth Avenue, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £401,000 | 2022-05-18 | £422,653 |
| 13 Moorgarth Avenue, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2022-04-04 | £421,565 |
YO24 1DP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 YO24 1DP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 723 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Primary School - a Catholic Voluntary Academy Hamilton Drive , YO24 4JW | 3out of 4 | 379 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School St Paul's Terrace , Holgate YO24 4BJ | 3out of 4 | 732 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb Primary School West Bank , YO24 4ES | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarcroft Primary School Moss Street , YO23 1BS | 4out of 4 | 1,091 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Community Primary Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 721 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 995 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | 1out of 4 | 1,821 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fulford School Fulfordgate , Heslington Lane YO10 4FY | 4out of 4 | 3,126 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 3,233 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 | 2,028 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Askham Bryan College Askham Bryan , YO23 3FR | - not rated | 5,395 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mount School (York) Dalton Terrace , YO24 4DD | - not rated | 576 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Danesgate Community Danesgate , Fulford Cross YO10 4PB | 3out of 4 | 2,105 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York Steiner School Danesmead , Fulford Cross YO10 4PB | - not rated | 2,109 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 2,171 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prickly Pear | 40-42 Holgate Road | 755 yd | |
| EborCibus Pizza | 72 The Mount | 772 yd | |
| Jorvik Spice | 74 The Mount | 772 yd | |
| Valentinos | 78-80 The Mount | 772 yd | |
| La Terrazina | 64 Blossom Street | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volunteer Arms | Volunteer Arms, Watson Street | 659 yd | |
| Fox Inn | 168 Holgate Road | 669 yd | |
| Crystal Palace | 66 Holgate Road | 734 yd | |
| The Mount Public House | 72 The Mount | 772 yd | |
| The Knavesmire | 54 Albemarle Road | 807 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Peppinas | 5 Acomb Road | 791 yd | |
| Happy Chef | 8 Acomb Road | 862 yd | |
| Pizza Choice | 51 Blossom Street | 901 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 53 Blossom Street | 901 yd | |
| Blue Anchor | 49 Blossom Street | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 56-58 Blossom Street | 881 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Little Knavesmire (Hamilton Panthers) LITTLE KNAVESMIRE SPORTS PAVILION LITTLE KNAVESMIRE SPORTS PAVILION KNAVESMIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 383 yd |
| Our Lady Queen Of Martyrs Rc Primary School HAMILTON DRIVE | 438 yd | |
| English Martyrs Rc Primary School (Closed) Hamilton Drive | grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Mount School DALTON TERRACE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 501 yd |
| Shepherds Group Social Club (Closed) Holgate Road | 529 yd | |
| All Saints Roman Catholic High School MILL MOUNT LANE | 624 yd | |
| York Ri Cio YORK RAILWAY INSTITUTE CLUB YORK RAILWAY INSTITUTE CLUB HAMILTON DRIVE | grass pitches | 819 yd |
| Holgate Working Mens Club NEW LANE | 862 yd | |
| Millthorpe School NUNTHORPE AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 879 yd |
| Marriott Leisure Club (York) TADCASTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 934 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 | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 172.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 137.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.