Danebury Drive is in York and in York district. YO26 5EQ is located in the Acomb electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Central. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Danebury Drive, York, YO26 5EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO26 5FF, YO26 5PP, YO26 5PR, YO26 5EG, YO26 5LH, YO26 5LQ, YO26 5LJ, YO26 5BS, YO26 5EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO26 5EQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.1% | 50.5% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 43.9% | 49.5% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 26.1% | 35.1% | 9.0% | 37.9% | -2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 44.6% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 11.4% | 5.9% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 18.8% | 6.3% | -12.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 47.8% | 45.2% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 32.8% | 1.4% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 16.9% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 33% | 18.9% | -14.1% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 8.1% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 15.6% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 7.8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 17% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 30.7% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.9% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.2% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 97.6% | 94.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 94.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Danebury Drive was 30.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.3% lower than the Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Danebury Drive has the 9th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Acomb and the 223rd lowest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Danebury Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-02-14 | £229,062 |
| 13 Danebury Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-05-07 | £496,746 |
| 47A Danebury Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-02-29 | £297,023 |
| 9 Danebury Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2023-11-03 | £314,289 |
| 47 Danebury Drive, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2023-03-02 | £239,162 |
YO26 5EQ 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate 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 | 2,364 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 2out of 4 | 797 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Infant School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 821 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary Community School Askham Lane , Acomb YO24 3HP | 3out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Community Primary Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb Primary School West Bank , YO24 4ES | 3out of 4 | 1,369 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 | 1,097 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 4out of 4 | 2,139 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,844 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 3,220 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 3,247 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 | 3,308 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Askham Bryan College Askham Bryan , YO23 3FR | - not rated | 4,905 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 | 1,282 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount School (York) Dalton Terrace , YO24 4DD | - not rated | 2,605 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 3,088 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 3,378 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 3,933 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | 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 | 221 yd | |
| Indian Ocean | 37 The Green | 221 yd | |
| Brunches | 15 Beckfield Lane | 305 yd | |
| Rubys Coffee House | 43 Vyner House, Front Street | 468 yd | |
| Explore Acomb Library Cafe | Front Street | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crooked Tap | Unit 3, Greenside House, The Green | 160 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 35 The Green | 221 yd | |
| The Inn on the Green | 3 The Green | 221 yd | |
| Marcia Grey | 29 Front Street | 444 yd | |
| Acomb & District Conservative Club | 12A Front Street | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 39 The Green | 221 yd | |
| Chips N Things | 83 Front Street | 402 yd | |
| Kings Fish and Chips | 1A Front Street | 444 yd | |
| The Sandwich Hut | 25 Front Street | 444 yd | |
| Acomb Kebab House | 2 Front Street | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshgos | 17 Beckfield Lane | 305 yd | |
| Morrisons | Front Street | 473 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 127 Beckfield Lane | 606 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 10 Regent Buildings, York Road | 832 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Acomb Sports Club The Green | grass pitches | 383 yd |
| Former Lowfield School Site FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL DIJON AVENUE | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| York High School (Closed) Dijon Avenue | grass pitches | 748 yd |
| Carr Junior School OSTMAN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 767 yd |
| Old School Walk OLD SCHOOL WALK | grass pitches | 858 yd |
| Westfield Primary Community School ASKHAM LANE | grass pitches | 951 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 | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| 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 | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 202.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 89.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.