Carr Lane is in York and in York district. YO26 5HL is located in the Holgate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Central. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carr Lane, York, YO26 5HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO26 5HY, YO26 5HJ, YO26 5HR, YO26 5JP, YO26 5JR, YO26 5JS, YO26 5JZ, YO26 5HS, YO26 5HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO26 5HL has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 47.9% | 49.3% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 52.1% | 50.7% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of YO26 5HL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.4% | 30.1% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.5% | 59% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -6.0% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 6.6% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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% | 47.7% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 36.5% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 12.2% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 19.8% | 16.8% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 6.6% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 14.8% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 6.3% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 17.2% | 2.0% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 36.3% | 7.8% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 93.1% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.4% | 94.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 96.1% | 93.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5.6% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Sikh | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carr Lane was 84.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.2% higher than the Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carr Lane has the 6th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Acomb and the 184th highest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 1.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 141 Carr Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2025-05-22 | £574,049 |
| 119 Carr Lane, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2025-03-14 | £490,298 |
| 121 Carr Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2024-09-30 | £516,853 |
| 123 Carr Lane, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £662,500 | 2023-03-08 | £663,837 |
| 133 Carr Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2022-11-23 | £354,093 |
YO26 5HL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in YO26 5HL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 1,857 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 | 350 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Infant School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 495 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppleton Road Primary School Poppleton Road , YO26 4UP | 3out of 4 | 648 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb Primary School West Bank , YO24 4ES | 3out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | 1out of 4 | 1,556 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 4out of 4 | 1,920 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,415 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 2,494 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 2,828 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 | 3,476 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 | 2,170 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 2,352 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 2,666 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 3,228 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sojo | 50a York Road | 583 yd | |
| The Hand | 55 York Road | 594 yd | |
| Danebury Drive Community Cafe | 108 Boroughbridge Road | 655 yd | |
| Town Coffee House | 5 Acomb Court, Front Street | 690 yd | |
| Laughing Llama Coffee & Bistro | 8a Acomb Court, Front Street | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ainsty | Boroughbridge Road | 422 yd | |
| Poppleton Road Working Mens Club | 132 Poppleton Road | 599 yd | |
| Carlton Tavern | 140 Acomb Road | 747 yd | |
| Marcia Grey | 29 Front Street | 766 yd | |
| Severus Social Club (Acomb) | 11 Milner Street | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zeera Spice | 211 Lindsey Avenue | 360 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 54 York Road | 558 yd | |
| Rocco’s | 109 Poppleton Road | 594 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 47 York Road | 615 yd | |
| The Crispy Duck | 122 Boroughbridge Road | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Late Shop | 10 Regent Buildings, York Road | 562 yd | |
| Co-op Service Station | 97 Boroughbridge Road | 657 yd | |
| Morrisons | Front Street | 835 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 127 Beckfield Lane | 858 yd | |
| Freshgos | 17 Beckfield Lane | 906 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carr Junior School OSTMAN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 448 yd |
| Poppleton Road Memorial Hall POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL OAK STREET | 728 yd | |
| Acomb Primary School WEST BANK | grass pitches | 1,045 yd |
| Former Lowfield School Site FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL FORMER LOWFIELD SCHOOL DIJON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,065 yd |
| York High School (Closed) Dijon Avenue | grass pitches | 1,065 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 | 900 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 607.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 515 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.