Knapton Lane is in York and in York district. YO26 5PX 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 Knapton Lane, York, YO26 5PX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO26 5PU, YO26 5PT, YO26 5PS, YO26 5RP, YO26 5RL, YO26 5PN, YO26 5QL, YO26 5QN, YO26 5BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO26 5PX 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 | 51.6% | 49% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 48.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.3% | 30.4% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 48.6% | -10.2% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 9.1% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 7.5% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.4% | 45.1% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 38% | 9.6% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 14.1% | -4.1% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 12.6% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 7.9% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 11.1% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.7% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 14.6% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.8% | 43.9% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 5% | 1.2% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 95.3% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 93.3% | 94.9% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 93.3% | 94.9% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.8% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knapton Lane was 13.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.1% lower than the Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Knapton Lane has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Acomb and the 83rd lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Knapton Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £432,500 | 2024-02-02 | £443,411 |
| 1 Knapton Lane, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £574,000 | 2020-10-16 | £691,566 |
| 37 Knapton Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2017-09-22 | £685,397 |
| 33 Knapton Lane, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £462,500 | 2017-01-13 | £610,158 |
| 31 Knapton Lane, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2016-06-07 | £531,381 |
YO26 5PX 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 5PX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| 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 Kingsway North , YO30 6JA | 3out of 4 | 3,521 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 | 845 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | - not rated | 878 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 878 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Primary Community School Askham Lane , Acomb YO24 3HP | 3out of 4 | 1,067 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Junior School Askham Lane , Acomb YO24 3HP | - not rated | 1,067 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowfield School Dijon Avenue , Acomb YO24 3DD | - not rated | 1,144 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | 3out of 4 | 1,327 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands School Cornlands Road , Acomb YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 1,327 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York High School Cornlands Road , YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 1,327 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 3out of 4 | 1,974 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,578 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York Sixth Form College Sim Balk Lane , Tadcaster Road YO23 2UD | - not rated | 3,864 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Askham Bryan College Askham Bryan , YO23 3FR | - not rated | 4,927 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfield School Beckfield Lane , Acomb YO26 5RQ | - not rated | 648 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lidgett Grove School Wheatlands Grove , Acomb YO26 5NH | - not rated | 1,042 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Inspire Academy Cornlands Road , Acomb YO24 3WZ | - not rated | 1,314 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks School Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hob Moor Oaks Academy Green Lane , Acomb YO24 4PS | 3out of 4 | 1,597 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | 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 | 168 yd | |
| Tea On The Green | 37A The Green | 611 yd | |
| Indian Ocean | 37 The Green | 611 yd | |
| The Knapton Lion Pub | Main Street | 767 yd | |
| Rubys Coffee House | 43 Vyner House, Front Street | 862 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crooked Tap | Unit 3, Greenside House, The Green | 508 yd | |
| The Sun Inn | 35 The Green | 611 yd | |
| The Inn on the Green | 3 The Green | 611 yd | |
| The Green Tree | Beckfield Lane | 658 yd | |
| King William | Barkston Avenue | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Doner | 4 Almsford House, Beckfield Lane | 505 yd | |
| Amanis | 3 Almsford House, Beckfield Lane | 505 yd | |
| New Hong Kong | 2 Almsford House, Beckfield Lane | 505 yd | |
| The Place | Sanderson Court Community House, Bramham Road | 558 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 39 The Green | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshgos | 17 Beckfield Lane | 168 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 127 Beckfield Lane | 441 yd | |
| Morrisons | Front Street | 894 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Acomb Sports Club The Green | grass pitches | 525 yd |
| Old School Walk OLD SCHOOL WALK | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| Carr Junior School OSTMAN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 876 yd |
| Westfield Primary Community School ASKHAM LANE | grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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 | 64.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.