Hillary Garth is in York and in York district. YO26 4QW is located in the Holgate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Central. This postcode has been in use since 2000-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillary Garth, York, YO26 4QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO26 4QY, YO26 4QP, YO26 4QR, YO26 4QN, YO26 4QT, YO26 4GN, YO26 4QX, YO26 4UL, YO26 4UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO26 4QW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 51.1% | -3.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 45.8% | 48.9% | 3.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 YO26 4QW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.5% 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 | 47.1% | 48.5% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.6% | 29.4% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -14.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 3.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 10% | 12.3% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 49.7% | 43.5% | -6.2% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 39.9% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 6.3% |
| Fair health | 12% | 11.4% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 17.1% | 15.2% | -1.9% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.8% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.9% | 18.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.7% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 15.9% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 30.7% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 94% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 97.1% | 94.5% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 94.2% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.4% | 37.2% | 13.2% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillary Garth was 53.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.2% lower than the Holgate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillary Garth has the 26th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Holgate and the 281st highest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Hillary Garth, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2018-08-10 | £285,019 |
| 13 Hillary Garth, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2009-04-24 | £280,214 |
| 12 Hillary Garth, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2004-12-17 | £116,782 |
| 12 Hillary Garth, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2002-09-20 | £116,272 |
| 17 Hillary Garth, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2002-08-05 | £233,596 |
| Full-Time Employee | 129 |
| Part-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 48 |
| Human health and social work activities | 38 |
| Education | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,848 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poppleton Road Primary School Poppleton Road , YO26 4UP | - not rated | 493 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppleton Road Primary School Poppleton Road , YO26 4UP | 3out of 4 | 493 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Barnabas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Jubilee Terrace , Leeman Road YO26 4YZ | - not rated | 740 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb Primary School West Bank , Acomb YO24 4ES | - not rated | 882 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb Primary School West Bank , YO24 4ES | 4out of 4 | 882 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Anne School Queen Anne Road , YO30 7WA | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowfield School Dijon Avenue , Acomb YO24 3DD | - not rated | 1,454 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Catholic School York Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | - not rated | 1,521 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 1,948 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 | 3,230 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York Sixth Form College Sim Balk Lane , Tadcaster Road YO23 2UD | - not rated | 3,671 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rathbone Choices Centre 6 Nursery Drive , Holgate YO24 4PE | - not rated | 948 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount School (York) Dalton Terrace , YO24 4DD | - not rated | 1,286 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Preparatory School 13 the Avenue , Clifton YO30 6AS | - not rated | 1,316 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks School Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | - not rated | 1,383 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunch Time | 2 Oak Street | 248 yd | |
| Pastelle Kitchen & Events | 22 Livingstone Street | 487 yd | |
| Goodwill Community Cafe | West Bank Park Bowls Club, James Backhouse Place | 845 yd | |
| Restaurant Associates | National Railway Museum, Leeman Road | 969 yd | |
| Baxterstorey | York Engineers Triangle, Leeman Road | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poppleton Road Working Mens Club | 132 Poppleton Road | 358 yd | |
| Leeman Hotel/Cafe Leemo | 47 Stamford Street East | 401 yd | |
| Holgate W M C & Institute | 6 New Lane | 670 yd | |
| Carlton Tavern | 140 Acomb Road | 682 yd | |
| Fox Inn | 168 Holgate Road | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocco’s | 109 Poppleton Road | 333 yd | |
| York Tasty House | 38 Stamford Street East | 442 yd | |
| Happy Chef | 8 Acomb Road | 537 yd | |
| Pizza Peppinas | 5 Acomb Road | 600 yd | |
| Zeera Spice | 211 Lindsey Avenue | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 10 Regent Buildings, York Road | 829 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Poppleton Road Memorial Hall POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL OAK STREET | 241 yd | |
| Holgate Working Mens Club NEW LANE | 624 yd | |
| Victoria Park (Leeman Road) Jubilee Terrace | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Acomb Primary School WEST BANK | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Shepherds Group Social Club (Closed) Holgate Road | 916 yd | |
| English Martyrs Rc Primary School (Closed) Hamilton Drive | grass pitches | 980 yd |
| Our Lady Queen Of Martyrs Rc Primary School HAMILTON DRIVE | 990 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 | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.