Boroughbridge Road is in York and in York district. YO26 5RU 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 Boroughbridge Road, York, YO26 5RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO26 5RT, YO26 5RX, YO26 5SE, YO26 5SU, YO26 4UW, YO26 4RT, YO26 5SQ, YO26 4TW, YO26 5RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO26 5RU is primarily male, with 53.6% of the population 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 | 44.8% | 46.4% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 55.2% | 53.6% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around YO26 5RU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.3% | 42.6% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 44.6% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.2% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 8.1% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 3.5% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 43.5% | 41.8% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -6.6% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 42.1% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 8.5% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 13.7% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 18.5% | 13.9% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 7.7% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 18.5% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 7.3% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 19.7% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 32.4% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 93.8% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 12.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
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 | 92.6% | 90.1% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 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 | 92.3% | 90.7% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 3.4% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 1.7% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Boroughbridge Road was 78.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.3% higher than the Acomb average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Boroughbridge Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Acomb and the 198th highest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Boroughbridge Road, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-04-23 | £236,646 |
| 14 Boroughbridge Road, York, York Other, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-04-01 | £293,849 |
| 2A Boroughbridge Road, York, York Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-07-05 | £193,282 |
| 8A Boroughbridge Road, York, York Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-10-02 | £397,934 |
| 12 Boroughbridge Road, York, York Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2004-10-01 | £388,092 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Nursery School Kingsway North , YO30 6JA | 3out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poppleton Road Primary School Poppleton Road , YO26 4UP | - not rated | 149 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poppleton Road Primary School Poppleton Road , YO26 4UP | 3out of 4 | 149 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | - not rated | 767 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Junior School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 767 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carr Infant School Ostman Road , Acomb YO26 5QA | 3out of 4 | 890 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,498 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Anne School Queen Anne Road , YO30 7WA | - not rated | 1,664 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | - not rated | 1,927 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 3out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 3out of 4 | 2,007 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 | 3,667 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| York Sixth Form College Sim Balk Lane , Tadcaster Road YO23 2UD | - not rated | 4,081 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 | 1,114 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfield School Beckfield Lane , Acomb YO26 5RQ | - not rated | 1,297 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rathbone Choices Centre 6 Nursery Drive , Holgate YO24 4PE | - not rated | 1,367 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Field Hospital School 31 Shipton Road , Clifton Without YO30 5RE | - not rated | 1,450 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Preparatory School 13 the Avenue , Clifton YO30 6AS | - not rated | 1,530 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunch Time | 2 Oak Street | 394 yd | |
| Pastelle Kitchen & Events | 22 Livingstone Street | 656 yd | |
| Danebury Drive Community Cafe | 108 Boroughbridge Road | 698 yd | |
| The Hand | 55 York Road | 1,017 yd | |
| Sojo | 50a York Road | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ainsty | Boroughbridge Road | 225 yd | |
| Poppleton Road Working Mens Club | 132 Poppleton Road | 292 yd | |
| Leeman Hotel/Cafe Leemo | 47 Stamford Street East | 670 yd | |
| Carlton Tavern | 140 Acomb Road | 923 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocco’s | 109 Poppleton Road | 336 yd | |
| Zeera Spice | 211 Lindsey Avenue | 575 yd | |
| The Crispy Duck | 122 Boroughbridge Road | 693 yd | |
| York Tasty House | 38 Stamford Street East | 698 yd | |
| Bartons Fish and Chips | 134 Boroughbridge Road | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Service Station | 97 Boroughbridge Road | 699 yd | |
| Co-op Late Shop | 10 Regent Buildings, York Road | 877 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Poppleton Road Memorial Hall POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL POPPLETON ROAD MEMORIAL HALL OAK STREET | 398 yd | |
| Carr Junior School OSTMAN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 767 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 5.6% |
| Median download speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.