Askham Lane is in York and in York district. YO24 3HP 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 Askham Lane, York, YO24 3HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO24 3HD, YO26 5DR, YO24 3HE, YO26 5DU, YO24 3HR, YO26 5DN, YO24 3HG, YO24 3HB, YO26 5DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO24 3HP has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 52.9% | 48.9% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 47.1% | 51.1% | 4.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.3% | 39.6% | 8.3% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 41.9% | -0.6% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 8.1% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 12.6% | 8.1% | -4.5% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 41.3% | 50.2% | 8.9% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 31.9% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 21.1% | 15.1% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 2.9% | -5.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29% | 19.2% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 12.9% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 4.5% | -2.5% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 16.1% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 35.7% | 20.3% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.8% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.2% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 94.6% | 93.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 5% | 4.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 93.2% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 3.6% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Askham Lane was 97.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.6% lower than the Westfield average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Askham Lane has the 14th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Westfield and the 156th highest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 Askham Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-10-31 | £383,019 |
| 122 Askham Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-07-09 | £307,118 |
| 108 Askham Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2024-03-28 | £259,288 |
| 106 Askham Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-12-20 | £353,483 |
| 102 Askham Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2022-03-11 | £280,489 |
YO24 3HP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 2,809 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 | 69 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Community Primary Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb Primary School West Bank , YO24 4ES | 3out of 4 | 1,723 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 2out of 4 | 1,743 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Infant School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 1,766 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | 1out of 4 | 677 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 4out of 4 | 2,979 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,152 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 3,456 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 4,148 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 | 2,847 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Askham Bryan College Askham Bryan , YO23 3FR | - not rated | 3,958 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hob Moor Oaks Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount School (York) Dalton Terrace , YO24 4DD | - not rated | 2,943 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 3,819 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global York Campus Bishopthorpe Road , York YO23 2QA | - not rated | 4,021 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 4,051 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rubys Coffee House | 43 Vyner House, Front Street | 788 yd | |
| Tea On The Green | 37A The Green | 807 yd | |
| Indian Ocean | 37 The Green | 807 yd | |
| Explore Acomb Library Cafe | Front Street | 894 yd | |
| Chicken Lunch Box | Tote Bookmakers, 222 Gale Lane | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King William | Barkston Avenue | 311 yd | |
| The Crooked Tap | Unit 3, Greenside House, The Green | 797 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 35 The Green | 807 yd | |
| The Inn on the Green | 3 The Green | 807 yd | |
| Acomb & District Conservative Club | 12A Front Street | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saffron Spice | 87 Cornlands Road | 406 yd | |
| Magic Rainbow Takeaway | 85 Cornlands Road | 406 yd | |
| The Place | Sanderson Court Community House, Bramham Road | 535 yd | |
| Pizza Pan | 55a Gale Lane | 579 yd | |
| Chips N Things | 83 Front Street | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 6 Beagle Ridge Drive | 817 yd | |
| Morrisons | Front Street | 894 yd | |
| Freshgos | 17 Beckfield Lane | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westfield Primary Community School ASKHAM LANE | grass pitches | 71 yd |
| Westfield Place (Closed) Westfield Place | grass pitches | 519 yd |
| Acomb Sports Club The Green | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Energise Cornlands Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 679 yd |
| York High School Cornlands Road | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Former Lowfield School Site FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL DIJON AVENUE | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| York High School (Closed) Dijon Avenue | grass pitches | 871 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 | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 375.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 296.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.