Courcey Grove is in York and in York district. YO26 5ET 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 Courcey Grove, York, YO26 5ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO26 5ES, YO26 5EW, YO26 5EU, YO26 5EX, YO26 5EL, YO26 5PL, YO26 5PE, YO26 5EH, YO26 5PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO26 5ET has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 44.2% | 49.1% | 4.9% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 55.8% | 50.9% | -4.9% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 29.2% | 36.6% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 43.8% | -10.4% | 44.2% | -0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 9.4% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 7.2% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 45% | 41.3% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 38.9% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 14.1% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5.3% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
In the area around YO26 5ET this area, 29.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 21.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.9% | 29.1% | -2.8% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 9% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 16.7% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.8% | 6% | -2.8% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.4% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 21.4% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -12.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.6% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.9% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 96.2% | 90.1% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 9.2% | 8.0% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 90.1% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 5% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.1% | 37.2% | 11.9% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Courcey Grove was 97.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 103.3% higher than the Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Courcey Grove has the highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Acomb and the 157th highest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 152.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Courcey Grove, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,250 | 2016-02-15 | £197,125 |
| 2 Courcey Grove, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,650 | 2016-01-29 | £209,101 |
| 4 Courcey Grove, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2007-01-15 | £228,635 |
| 5 Courcey Grove, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2006-06-07 | £201,899 |
YO26 5ET area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 2,481 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carr Infant School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 531 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 2out of 4 | 561 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary Community School Askham Lane , Acomb YO24 3HP | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppleton Road Primary School Poppleton Road , YO26 4UP | 3out of 4 | 1,333 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb Primary School West Bank , YO24 4ES | 3out of 4 | 1,573 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 | 1,453 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 4out of 4 | 1,782 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,002 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 3,049 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 3,397 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 | 3,645 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Askham Bryan College Askham Bryan , YO23 3FR | - not rated | 5,209 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 | 1,576 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount School (York) Dalton Terrace , YO24 4DD | - not rated | 2,758 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 3,036 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 3,356 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 3,918 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunches | 15 Beckfield Lane | 248 yd | |
| Tea On The Green | 37A The Green | 575 yd | |
| Indian Ocean | 37 The Green | 575 yd | |
| Town Coffee House | 5 Acomb Court, Front Street | 768 yd | |
| Laughing Llama Coffee & Bistro | 8a Acomb Court, Front Street | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Tree | Beckfield Lane | 462 yd | |
| The Crooked Tap | Unit 3, Greenside House, The Green | 513 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 35 The Green | 575 yd | |
| The Inn on the Green | 3 The Green | 575 yd | |
| Marcia Grey | 29 Front Street | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Doner | 4 Almsford House, Beckfield Lane | 363 yd | |
| Amanis | 3 Almsford House, Beckfield Lane | 363 yd | |
| New Hong Kong | 2 Almsford House, Beckfield Lane | 363 yd | |
| Pizza Base | 147 Beckfield Lane | 462 yd | |
| Golden City Chinese Takeaway | 149 Beckfield Lane | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshgos | 17 Beckfield Lane | 248 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 127 Beckfield Lane | 269 yd | |
| Morrisons | Front Street | 791 yd | |
| Co-op Service Station | 97 Boroughbridge Road | 843 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 10 Regent Buildings, York Road | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carr Junior School OSTMAN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 491 yd |
| Old School Walk OLD SCHOOL WALK | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Acomb Sports Club The Green | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Former Lowfield School Site FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL DIJON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,078 yd |
| York High School (Closed) Dijon Avenue | grass pitches | 1,078 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 | 49.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 232.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 208 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.