Main Street is in Great Ouseburn, York and in North Yorkshire district. YO26 9RG is located in the Ouseburn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Selby and Ainsty. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Main Street, Great Ouseburn, York, YO26 9RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO5 9RG, YO26 9RD, YO26 9SG, YO26 9RQ, YO26 9SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO26 9RG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.8% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.2% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 9RG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58% 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 | 18.1% | 20.8% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.3% | 58% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 13.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 8.8% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 9.6% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.7%) 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 | 53.8% | 61.8% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 13.4% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 30.9% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 5.3% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -7.4% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around YO26 9RG this area, 7.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 55.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.9% | 7.3% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6% | 3.6% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 11.7% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.9% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 15.4% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.8% | 55.1% | 4.3% | 33.8% | 21.3% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.1% | 98% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.8% | 97.3% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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 | 97.8% | 97.3% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94% | 76.7% | 17.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 61.8% | 46.2% | 15.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Street was 15.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.3% lower than the Boroughbridge & Claro average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Main Street has the 25th lowest crime rate of 94 local areas in Boroughbridge & Claro and the 324th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe Cottage Main Street, York, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-08-11 | £419,960 |
| Post Office Main Street, York, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £667,500 | 2023-05-25 | £678,488 |
| Rosecroft Main Street, York, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-07-28 | £324,091 |
| The Red Barn Main Street, York, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2022-03-15 | £334,117 |
| Starling Cottage Main Street, York, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-09-30 | £366,839 |
YO26 9RG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
YO26 9RG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 9RG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 83 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Ouseburn Community Primary School Main Street , Great Ouseburn YO26 9RG | 3out of 4 | 98 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marton-Cum-Grafton Church of England Primary School Reas Lane , Boroughbridge YO51 9QB | - not rated | 3,389 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Faculty of Queen Ethelburga's Undercroft Administration Centre , Thorpe Underwood Estate YO26 9SS | - not rated | 3,096 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Ethelburga's College Thorpe Underwood Hall , Thorpe Underwood Estate YO26 9SS | - not rated | 3,096 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Ouseburn Playing Field LIGHTMIRE LANE | grass pitches | 572 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 | 4.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 4.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 4.3% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.