Almsford Road is in York and in York district. YO26 5NU 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 Almsford Road, York, YO26 5NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO26 5NT, YO26 5NS, YO26 5NN, YO26 5HD, YO26 5NR, YO26 5NL, YO26 5HB, YO26 5QA, YO26 5JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO26 5NU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents 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 | 56.6% | 53.8% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 43.4% | 46.2% | 2.8% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 27% | 30.8% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 47.4% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 3.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 9.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 43.1% | 41.7% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 37.3% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 13.8% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 6.3% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 39.2% | 25.9% | -13.3% | 18.2% | 7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 9.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 13.3% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 7.8% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 14.9% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8% | 23.9% | 15.9% | 33.8% | -9.9% |
| Other | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 95.6% | 96.2% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 95.3% | 96.2% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Almsford Road was 61.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.3% higher than the Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Almsford Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Acomb and the 247th highest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143 Almsford Road, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2026-01-30 | £303,506 |
| 121 Almsford Road, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-08-06 | £311,626 |
| 71 Almsford Road, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-02-11 | £291,210 |
| 141 Almsford Road, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-06-30 | £308,049 |
| 47 Almsford Road, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-06-04 | £316,770 |
YO26 5NU 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 5NU 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%.
| Retired | 78 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Nursery School Kingsway North , YO30 6JA | 3out of 4 | 2,755 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 | 62 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | - not rated | 201 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 201 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppleton Road Primary School Poppleton Road , YO26 4UP | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppleton Road Primary School Poppleton Road , YO26 4UP | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Voluntary Aided School, York Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PQ | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowfield School Dijon Avenue , Acomb YO24 3DD | - not rated | 1,494 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | 3out of 4 | 1,902 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands School Cornlands Road , Acomb YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 1,902 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,968 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York Sixth Form College Sim Balk Lane , Tadcaster Road YO23 2UD | - not rated | 4,322 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lidgett Grove School Wheatlands Grove , Acomb YO26 5NH | - not rated | 307 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield School Beckfield Lane , Acomb YO26 5RQ | - not rated | 390 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks School Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | - not rated | 1,837 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,837 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rathbone Choices Centre 6 Nursery Drive , Holgate YO24 4PE | - not rated | 1,862 yd | Other independent school | 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 | 342 yd | |
| Brunches | 15 Beckfield Lane | 765 yd | |
| Tangerine Confectionary Staff Restaurant | Low Poppleton Lane | 889 yd | |
| Tea On The Green | 37A The Green | 1,065 yd | |
| Indian Ocean | 37 The Green | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Tree | Beckfield Lane | 338 yd | |
| The Ainsty | Boroughbridge Road | 694 yd | |
| The Crooked Tap | Unit 3, Greenside House, The Green | 1,027 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 35 The Green | 1,065 yd | |
| The Inn on the Green | 3 The Green | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Dragon | 165 Boroughbridge Road | 331 yd | |
| Pizza Base | 147 Beckfield Lane | 338 yd | |
| Golden City Chinese Takeaway | 149 Beckfield Lane | 338 yd | |
| Bartons Fish and Chips | 134 Boroughbridge Road | 385 yd | |
| Papasito | 132 Boroughbridge Road | 385 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Service Station | 97 Boroughbridge Road | 341 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 127 Beckfield Lane | 456 yd | |
| Freshgos | 17 Beckfield Lane | 765 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carr Junior School OSTMAN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 203 yd |
| Old School Walk OLD SCHOOL WALK | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| The Global Centre (Closed) Global Centre Global Centre Low Poppleton Lane | grass pitches | 800 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 | 279.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 154.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.