Kentmere Drive is in York and in Ryedale district. YO30 5SY is located in the Rawcliffe & Clifton Without electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of York Outer. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kentmere Drive, York, YO30 5SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO30 5SX, YO30 5FB, YO30 5ST, YO30 5FD, YO30 5FA, YO30 5SH, YO30 5FE, YO30 5SU, YO30 5SR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO30 5SY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.3% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.7% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 23.8% | 28.4% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 50.6% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 9.6% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 10.7% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 | 42.5% | 42.9% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 34% | 36.5% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 17.8% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.7% | 22.3% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 8% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 10.9% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 10.2% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 18.2% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 27.4% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.6% | 95.5% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 95.2% | 91.5% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 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 | 93.9% | 91.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.4% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.5% | 13.5% | 3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kentmere Drive was 26.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 78.9% lower than the Clifton average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Kentmere Drive has the 12th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Clifton and the 198th lowest crime rate of 631 local areas in York .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Kentmere Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-08-29 | £272,055 |
| 1 Kentmere Drive, York, York Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-08-27 | £321,670 |
| 32 Kentmere Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2020-11-20 | £297,689 |
| 20 Kentmere Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2020-01-10 | £267,203 |
| 25 Kentmere Drive, York, York Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-10-30 | £251,485 |
YO30 5SY 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 YO30 5SY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 1,628 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton With Rawcliffe Primary School Eastholme Drive , Rawcliffe YO30 5TA | - not rated | 246 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton with Rawcliffe Federation: Infant School Eastholme Drive , Rawcliffe YO30 5TA | - not rated | 246 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton With Rawcliffe Primary School Eastholme Drive , Rawcliffe YO30 5TA | - not rated | 246 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Primary Academy Oakdale Road , Clifton Moor YO30 4YL | 3out of 4 | 567 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside Primary School Oakdale Road , Clifton Moor YO30 4YL | - not rated | 567 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | - not rated | 837 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vale of York Academy Rawcliffe Drive , Clifton Without YO30 6ZS | 3out of 4 | 837 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Voluntary Aided School, York Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PQ | - not rated | 2,064 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Academy Millfield Lane , Nether Poppleton YO26 6PA | 3out of 4 | 2,225 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Anne School Queen Anne Road , YO30 7WA | - not rated | 2,330 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Field Hospital School 31 Shipton Road , Clifton Without YO30 5RE | - not rated | 975 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boothan Junior School Rawcliffe Lane , YO30 6NP | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Preparatory School 13 the Avenue , Clifton YO30 6AS | - not rated | 1,910 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's School 2-18 Clifton , YO30 6AB | - not rated | 2,178 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lidgett Grove School Wheatlands Grove , Acomb YO26 5NH | - not rated | 2,472 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mulan Chinese Restaurant | 2 Tower Court, Oakdale Road | 695 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Hurricane Way | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dormouse | Clifton Park Avenue | 585 yd | |
| The Mitre | Shipton Road | 690 yd | |
| Lysander Arms | Village Street | 878 yd | |
| The Clifton Hotel | Water Lane | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastholme Drive Newsagents & Java Bar | 18 Eastholme Drive | 258 yd | |
| Oceans Fish and Chips | 22 Eastholme Drive | 258 yd | |
| Wing Lee | Shipton Road | 661 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 3 Tower Court, Oakdale Road | 695 yd | |
| LS Cakery at Baker Street Deli | 12 Clifton Moor Business Village | 802 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods | 2 Tower Court, Oakdale Road | 695 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | Water Lane | 963 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Hurricane Way | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Primary Academy OAKDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 567 yd |
| Rawcliffe Recreation Association RAWCLIFFE PAVILION RAWCLIFFE PAVILION ST. MARKS GROVE | grass pitches | 589 yd |
| Vale Of York Academy RAWCLIFFE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 835 yd |
| 1Gym (York) (Closed) Amy Johnson Way | 1,029 yd | |
| York Sports Club Shipton Road | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,058 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 | 33.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 195.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 105.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.