Garbutt Grove is in York and in York district. YO26 5JE 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 Garbutt Grove, York, YO26 5JE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO26 5NX, YO26 5JD, YO26 5NY, YO26 5JB, YO26 5JF, YO26 5EA, YO26 5JA, YO26 5HZ, YO26 5ST.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO26 5JE has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 46.4% | 49% | 2.6% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 53.6% | 51% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 5JE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.8% 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 | 24.2% | 27.5% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 60.8% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 16.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 5.3% | -2.6% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 5.7% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.3% | 56.7% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 30.1% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 10.6% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 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 | 18.3% | 11.6% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 7.1% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 13.1% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.9% | 8.6% | -3.3% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 20.1% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 38.1% | 11.1% | 33.8% | 4.3% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.3% | 96% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 96.7% | 94.6% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garbutt Grove was 30.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.9% lower than the Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Garbutt Grove has the 10th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Acomb and the 224th lowest crime rate of 639 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 103.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Garbutt Grove, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £342,850 | 2024-08-29 | £338,844 |
| 19 Garbutt Grove, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £396,727 | 2024-03-08 | £399,482 |
| 6 Garbutt Grove, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2023-04-06 | £474,010 |
| 19 Garbutt Grove, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-11-09 | £362,500 |
| 4 Garbutt Grove, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2020-12-11 | £337,938 |
YO26 5JE 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 2,105 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 | 164 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Infant School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 259 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppleton Road Primary School Poppleton Road , YO26 4UP | 3out of 4 | 743 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acomb Primary School West Bank , YO24 4ES | 3out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Barnabas Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Jubilee Terrace , Leeman Road YO26 4YZ | 2out of 4 | 1,643 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 4out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | 1out of 4 | 1,877 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 1out of 4 | 2,326 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints RC School Mill Mount Lane , YO24 1BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,686 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millthorpe School Nunthorpe Avenue , YO23 1WF | 3out of 4 | 3,106 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 | 3,839 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 | 1,705 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 2,387 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mount School (York) Dalton Terrace , YO24 4DD | - not rated | 2,442 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bootham School 51 Bootham , YO30 7BU | - not rated | 2,736 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk , YO31 7EX | - not rated | 3,299 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danebury Drive Community Cafe | 108 Boroughbridge Road | 293 yd | |
| Brunch Time | 2 Oak Street | 851 yd | |
| Sojo | 50a York Road | 925 yd | |
| The Hand | 55 York Road | 944 yd | |
| Brunches | 15 Beckfield Lane | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ainsty | Boroughbridge Road | 300 yd | |
| The Green Tree | Beckfield Lane | 725 yd | |
| Poppleton Road Working Mens Club | 132 Poppleton Road | 741 yd | |
| Marcia Grey | 29 Front Street | 1,074 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 35 The Green | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crispy Duck | 122 Boroughbridge Road | 321 yd | |
| Bartons Fish and Chips | 134 Boroughbridge Road | 456 yd | |
| Papasito | 132 Boroughbridge Road | 456 yd | |
| Lucky Dragon | 165 Boroughbridge Road | 471 yd | |
| Zeera Spice | 211 Lindsey Avenue | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Service Station | 97 Boroughbridge Road | 295 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 127 Beckfield Lane | 776 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 10 Regent Buildings, York Road | 924 yd | |
| Freshgos | 17 Beckfield Lane | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carr Junior School OSTMAN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 259 yd |
| Poppleton Road Memorial Hall POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL OAK STREET | 872 yd | |
| Old School Walk OLD SCHOOL WALK | grass pitches | 1,010 yd |
| The Global Centre (Closed) Global Centre Global Centre Low Poppleton Lane | grass pitches | 1,042 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 | 350 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 443.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 262.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.