Marston Crescent is in York and in York district. YO26 5DQ 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 Marston Crescent, York, YO26 5DQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO26 5DF, YO26 5DG, YO26 5AP, YO26 5AG, YO26 5DE, YO26 5DB, YO26 5AR, YO26 5AE, YO26 5DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO26 5DQ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 56.9% | 56.3% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 43.1% | 43.7% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
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 5DQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52% 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 | 44.8% | 52% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.8% | 31% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -13.2% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11% | 11.8% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 4.8% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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% | 43.5% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 36.7% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 14.4% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.8% | 25% | -8.8% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 14.9% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 15.4% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 7.9% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 14% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.7% | 19.3% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 6.2% | 3.5% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.9% | 98.7% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 89.5% 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 | 92.4% | 89.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 8.6% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 90.4% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 5.8% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.3% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58% | 37.2% | 20.8% |
| Christian | 37.8% | 46.2% | -8.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marston Crescent was 217.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.7% higher than the Westfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marston Crescent has the 3rd highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Westfield and the 52nd highest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 110.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Marston Crescent, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2025-05-01 | £243,589 |
| 4 Marston Crescent, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-02-24 | £242,436 |
| 19 Marston Crescent, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-02-09 | £183,174 |
| 16 Marston Crescent, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-10-16 | £235,591 |
| 24 Marston Crescent, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,000 | 2019-08-02 | £206,270 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| 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 | 2,811 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 | 565 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Infant School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 1,340 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 2out of 4 | 1,347 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Community Primary Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,499 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb Primary School West Bank , YO24 4ES | 3out of 4 | 1,749 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,010 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 4out of 4 | 2,471 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,234 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 3,580 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 3,821 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 | 3,273 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Askham Bryan College Askham Bryan , YO23 3FR | - not rated | 4,408 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 | 1,499 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount School (York) Dalton Terrace , YO24 4DD | - not rated | 3,007 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 3,646 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 3,920 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global York Campus Bishopthorpe Road , York YO23 2QA | - not rated | 4,356 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tea On The Green | 37A The Green | 557 yd | |
| Indian Ocean | 37 The Green | 557 yd | |
| Brunches | 15 Beckfield Lane | 582 yd | |
| Rubys Coffee House | 43 Vyner House, Front Street | 706 yd | |
| Explore Acomb Library Cafe | Front Street | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King William | Barkston Avenue | 205 yd | |
| The Crooked Tap | Unit 3, Greenside House, The Green | 483 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 35 The Green | 557 yd | |
| The Inn on the Green | 3 The Green | 557 yd | |
| Acomb & District Conservative Club | 12A Front Street | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Place | Sanderson Court Community House, Bramham Road | 127 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 39 The Green | 557 yd | |
| Chips N Things | 83 Front Street | 647 yd | |
| Pizza Pan | 55a Gale Lane | 774 yd | |
| Acomb Kebab House | 2 Front Street | 792 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshgos | 17 Beckfield Lane | 582 yd | |
| Morrisons | Front Street | 792 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 127 Beckfield Lane | 946 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Acomb Sports Club The Green | grass pitches | 252 yd |
| Westfield Primary Community School ASKHAM LANE | grass pitches | 483 yd |
| Westfield Place (Closed) Westfield Place | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Former Lowfield School Site FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL DIJON AVENUE | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| York High School (Closed) Dijon Avenue | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| Energise Cornlands Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,030 yd |
| Old School Walk OLD SCHOOL WALK | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 268.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 207.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.