Minter Close is in York and in York district. YO24 3FA is located in the Westfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Central. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Minter Close, York, YO24 3FA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO24 3FB, YO24 3FD, YO24 3JP, YO24 3JA, YO24 3FE, YO24 3JR, YO24 3JB, YO24 3LJ, YO24 3JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO24 3FA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.4% | 53.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 46.6% | 46.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 YO24 3FA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.5% 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 | 39.9% | 46.5% | 6.6% | 37.9% | 8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 34.4% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 11.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.2%) 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 | 56.3% | 46.4% | -9.9% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 38.8% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 10.9% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 14.7% | 17.6% | 2.9% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 12.9% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.6% | 15% | -8.6% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.9% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 17.1% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 29.4% | -1.9% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 94.3% | 95.4% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 94.3% | 89.8% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 7.9% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 89.8% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49% | 37.2% | 11.8% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Minter Close was 135.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.8% higher than the Westfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Minter Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Westfield and the 110th highest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Minter Close, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2023-08-10 | £217,786 |
| 14 Minter Close, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-10-04 | £253,968 |
| 18 Minter Close, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2021-08-05 | £241,709 |
| 10 Minter Close, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2021-06-24 | £211,713 |
| 5 Minter Close, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2018-11-16 | £212,413 |
YO24 3FA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 163 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 53 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 21 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 4,608 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Primary Community School Askham Lane , Acomb YO24 3HP | 3out of 4 | 639 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Junior School Askham Lane , Acomb YO24 3HP | - not rated | 639 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Infant School Askham Lane , Acomb YO24 3HP | - not rated | 639 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodthorpe Primary School Summerfield Road , Woodthorpe YO24 2RU | - not rated | 1,231 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodthorpe Primary School Summerfield Road , Woodthorpe YO24 2RU | 4out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | 3out of 4 | 797 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands School Cornlands Road , Acomb YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 797 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 797 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowfield School Dijon Avenue , Acomb YO24 3DD | - not rated | 1,314 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic School York Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,249 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,393 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York Sixth Form College Sim Balk Lane , Tadcaster Road YO23 2UD | - not rated | 2,519 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Askham Bryan College Askham Bryan , YO23 3FR | - not rated | 3,343 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inspire Academy Cornlands Road , Acomb YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 850 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks School Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | - not rated | 1,499 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rathbone Choices Centre 6 Nursery Drive , Holgate YO24 4PE | - not rated | 2,060 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield School Beckfield Lane , Acomb YO26 5RQ | - not rated | 2,337 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwood Community Centre Hub | Foxwood Community Centre Hub, Bellhouse Way | 731 yd | |
| Chicken Lunch Box | Tote Bookmakers, 222 Gale Lane | 1,022 yd | |
| Buongiorno | Unit 3, Acomb Wood Shopping Centre, Acomb Wood Drive | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quakerwood | Acomb Wood Drive | 780 yd | |
| King William | Barkston Avenue | 976 yd | |
| The Beagle | 169 Foxwood Lane | 1,050 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron Spice | 87 Cornlands Road | 377 yd | |
| Magic Rainbow Takeaway | 85 Cornlands Road | 377 yd | |
| Dragon House | 45 Foxwood Lane | 639 yd | |
| Butlers Fish & Chips | 53 Foxwood Lane | 639 yd | |
| Salsa Pizza | 47 Foxwood Lane | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 6 Beagle Ridge Drive | 437 yd | |
| Tesco | Acomb Wood Shopping Centre, Acomb Wood Drive | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westfield Place (Closed) Westfield Place | grass pitches | 405 yd |
| Westfield Primary Community School ASKHAM LANE | grass pitches | 696 yd |
| Foxwood Community Centre CRANFIELD PLACE | 792 yd | |
| York High School Cornlands Road | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Energise Cornlands Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 849 yd |
| Chesney Field CHESNEY FIELD CHESNEY FIELD FOXWOOD LANE | grass pitches | 967 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 99.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.